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Deep DiveCan Barnes & Noble be saved?
A revolving door of CEOs and failed attempts to boost stores with restaurants have plagued the retailer's turnaround efforts. Some say that's because there's no place left for big-box book retailing.
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SponsoredWhy retailers such as INDOCHINO & Sobeys are betting big on hyperlocal
Tailoring physical stores to individual locations and communities is the new way to go.
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Rent-A-Center shareholders approve Vintage Capital merger
The overwhelming yes vote comes after the Federal Trade Commission filed a "second request" over antitrust concerns.
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Deep DiveOne year later: Toys R Us' fatal journey through Chapter 11
On the anniversary of the toy seller's disastrous bankruptcy, here is a look back at all the twists and turns in one of the largest and most dramatic Chapter 11s in retail history.
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Amazon's use of seller data subject of EU competition probe
EU Competition Commissioner Margrethe Vestager is looking into whether the e-commerce giant uses transaction data collected from sellers on its third-party platform to squelch competition.
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CommerceHub debuts last-mile delivery solution for big ticket items
Active Delivery Management is expected to streamline last-mile delivery of large merchandise for the supply chain platform and its retailer clients.
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From DTC to IRL: Why Dirty Lemon is taking the retail plunge
The Instagram darling has thrived online, but CEO Zak Normandin believes the brand’s new cashierless "Drug Store" will yield stronger customer relationships — and better shopper data.
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Retailers decry proposed swipe fee settlement
A $6.2 billion settlement over a long-standing antitrust lawsuit that merchants brought against Visa and Mastercard awaits court approval — but retailers say it won't fix the problem.
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Zola registers Crate & Barrel collection
Ahead of engagement season — not to mention the holidays — the wedding registry business will add 3,500 Crate & Barrel products to its assortment.
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Amazon reportedly plotting 8 new Alexa devices this year
New voice assistant-enabled devices could be unveiled before the month is over, CNBC reports.
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Bonobos founder hands off CEO role
Andy Dunn, who is still SVP of digital consumer brands at Walmart, will now assume the role of "voice for the customer" and guide at the brand he built.
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ColumnRetail Therapy: Amazon's prickly plan to box up Christmas cheer
Why enjoy the fresh air and pick out your own Christmas tree when Amazon can ship you a genuine, living pine tree in the confines of a cute 7-foot box?
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Banana Republic unveils Kevin Love capsule collection
The limited-edition collection is boosted by an online advertising campaign, further evidence that Gap Inc. hasn't given up on Banana Republic.
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BJ's expands toy selection for the holidays
The club retailer is joining other mass merchants in taking advantage of the downfall of Toys R Us.
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Why L Brands is giving up on Henri Bendel
With the company struggling amid the downturn at its flagship Victoria's Secret banner, the iconic fashion label had to go. But did it ever have a chance?
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Victoria's Secret's Pink revamps loyalty with mobile app
The app's redesign includes links to Campus Rep brand ambassadors, first looks at new products, games and member-only shopping events.
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Amazon gets exclusive on premium diaper line
The new line seems positioned to compete with sustainable diapers from the likes of The Honest Co. while beating them on price.
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Deep DiveIs NYC's garment district unraveling?
City officials have a plan to revitalize Manhattan's struggling Garment District. But as some brands decamp to the outer boroughs, and still others shift their manufacturing overseas, fashion may have to cede its stronghold.
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4 Walmart execs to join e-commerce acquisition Flipkart
India is the hottest country in retail and Walmart doesn't want to be left behind. It is installing new leaders months after it bought the e-commerce marketplace.
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Tariffs on $200B worth of imports from China start Sept. 24
The duties will start at 10% and rise to 25% at the beginning of 2019.
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How a record store is beating the odds
New England chain Bull Moose is growing — despite offering goods widely available through digital streaming — by focusing on experience.
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Claire's lenders come to truce in bankruptcy fight
The teen retailer's main dissenter over its bankruptcy plan finally relented, agreeing to sign on to Claire's reorganization plan and setting the stage for its exit from Chapter 11.
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The Market @ Macy's debuts ahead of the holidays
The department store retailer is also rolling out VR experiences in the furniture department and AR ones in beauty, CEO Jeff Gennette said at Code Commerce Monday.
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Deep DiveVC money is pouring into e-commerce — but are women getting a fair share?
Last year, female-founded retail businesses raised only about half the funding male founders did. Investors are realizing they may be leaving money on the table.
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Staples buys workplace vendor Essendant for $996M
Like rival Office Depot, Staples is fortifying its ability to cater to business customers through acquisitions.
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