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  • An illuminated Nike Style store in Seoul, South Korea, at night.
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    Nike CEO: ‘The inventory peak is behind us’

    The company has worked with Foot Locker CEO Mary Dillon, in addition to other wholesale partners, as it plans its channel strategy.

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  • Mannequins grouped together wearing winter clothes in fake snow.
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    Consumers are hitting the brakes on apparel purchases: UBS

    Department stores and other retailers dependent on clothing sales face a gloomy 2023 and may shutter more locations, according to the analysts.

  • Three Amazon workers in a warehouse prepare orders.
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    US agency cites Amazon for recordkeeping violations on worker injuries, illnesses

    The e-commerce giant has faced various safety complaints over the years, and an investigation at six warehouses in five states is ongoing.

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    Small, midsize retailers search more for nearby suppliers: report

    Learning from larger chains facing inventory issues, small and midsize businesses are working to better predict what they need.

  • An Adidas store stands in Manhattan on October 25, 2022 in New York City.
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    Survey: Inflation is slowing consumer spending on footwear

    Consumers choose online shopping for more product options and will switch brands or retailers to save money.

  • Leah Daniels is behind a counter at her Hill's Kitchen store.
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    How small businesses are navigating the holiday season

    With the impact of the pandemic ongoing and inflation adding pressure, neighborhood stores are facing similar challenges as their big-box counterparts.

  • Party City faces NYSE delisting

    The troubled retailer has six months to regain compliance with the New York Stock Exchange’s minimum share price requirement. 

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    Skincare brands The Ordinary, Dr. Dennis Gross to raise prices

    In social posts giving a heads-up to shoppers, the brands cited the costs of raw ingredients and supply chain logistics as reasons for the change.

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  • Two paper bags with the Amazon Prime logo sit on a mat outside of a door.
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    European Union pries open Amazon Prime for marketplace sellers

    Sellers can use outside carriers for Prime deliveries and their data is shielded from the e-commerce giant, among other rules effective next June.

  • A pair of cream color athletic shoes is propped up on a neutral color wall.
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    Allyson Felix’s Saysh expands to Canada

    Following its northward expansion, the direct-to-consumer brand wants to widen its global footprint further.

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  • Front entrance of Ulta store with white and orange colored displays
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    How Ulta is approaching its new store layout and the holidays

    Chief Merchandising Officer Monica Arnaudo spoke with Retail Dive about store navigation, pricing options, and bringing mass and prestige together.

  • A FedEx Express courier handles an electric cart.
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    FedEx Express expands New York City pilot of electric delivery carts

    The carrier is building upon tests from last year that saw couriers increase package deliveries by 15% per hour.

  • Two people hiking single file toward massive rock formations, seen from the back, with a backpack on the person behind.
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    VF Corp mulling JanSport sale: Bloomberg

    Wedbush analysts threw cold water on the company's reported estimate that it could get $500 million for the backpack brand.

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    Nearly 80% of US adults have never participated in a live shopping event: report

    The live commerce industry has blossomed in China, but it has a long way to go in terms of U.S. adoption, according to Morning Consult data.

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    DSW parent acquires footwear maker Topo Athletic

    The acquisition expands Designer Brands' portfolio of exclusive and private label brands.

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    L Catterton invests in plus-size DTC brand BloomChic

    The private equity firm, which has steadily grown its portfolio of direct-to-consumer companies, will help the brand during its next stage of growth.

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    Is self-checkout worth the investment?

    While the tech can speed up shopping trips and let employees take on new tasks, it doesn’t come without its frustrations, experts say.

  • A collection of makeup products displayed on Roblox.
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    Courtesy of NYX Professional Makeup

    NYX launches new makeup collection on Roblox

    The beauty brand set up shop in iHeartLand, allowing consumers to interact virtually with its latest shades and products. 

  • An "H&M" sign with red letters juts out from a building against a dramatic blue sky.
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    H&M releases metaverse-inspired collection

    Encompassing both the physical and digital worlds, the launch will include augmented reality filters, a metaverse experience and real-life products.

  • Buildings, cars and a pedestrian are reflected in a store window that says "Black Friday, up to 70% off" in orange letters.
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    November retail sales show the holidays mean heavy promotions this year

    Consumers are spending, but they are keen on getting deals, and retailers are slashing prices as the holiday season winds down.

  • A DroneUp pilot overseeing drone delivery at Walmart store
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    Courtesy of Walmart press kit DroneUp announcement

    Walmart drone delivery service launches in Arizona, Florida and Texas

    The offering with DroneUp is part of a wider plan to offer the same-day option in six states by the end of this year.

  • Fragrance sales spike for the holidays: NPD

    The category outperformed overall discretionary general merchandise spending during key weeks, including Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

  • Back of shopper reaching toward a refillable food container in a store.
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    FTC hints at updating environmental claim guidelines

    The agency acknowledged that consumer interest in more sustainable retail products has risen since it last updated its “Green Guides” in 2012.

  • Hasbro livestreaming holiday event
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    Courtesy of Hasbro

    Toy retailers turn to discounts to drive holiday sales, clear inventory

    Themed Lego sets and movie-related action figures are selling well, while board games and Nerf products are down, according to Jefferies analysts.

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    November retail sales up 4.5% as consumers stay somewhat resilient

    Black Friday couldn’t prevent a muted result last month, however, as holiday shoppers remain careful about buying discretionary goods.

    Updated Dec. 15, 2022