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At Michaels, taking Party City and Joann’s market share was priority No. 1
CEO David Boone, who joined the craft retailer about a year ago, said the company’s efforts in fabric and party supplies have “powered the business.”
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Sponsored by Talon.OneTop loyalty trends for 2026: Driving profit, not just participation
How brands are rethinking loyalty to drive real growth, not just member sign-ups.
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Amazon targets pop-up retail with upgraded Just Walk Out tech
The latest changes to its RFID-enabled checkout lanes are aimed at making it easier to use in settings like festivals and temporary stores.
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Cautious consumers shunned big-ticket items last year
Higher tax refunds could lift discretionary spending in 2026, but the labor market is the biggest factor, according to Bank of America Institute research.
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What Saks Global’s bankruptcy means for vendors
Big names like Chanel and Kering are owed substantial sums and are likely to be paid well before smaller brands’ past-due invoices.
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Birkenstock warns tariffs will hurt more in 2026
The footwear maker expects selective price hikes, supply chain efficiencies and growth in the Asia-Pacific region to soften the impact.
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Quince collaborates with A$AP Rocky on exclusive products for ‘Don’t be Dumb’ album release
The online retailer launched a limited-edition vinyl and T-shirt ahead of the artist’s first studio album release in over seven years.
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The Weekly Closeout: Hilma Running, Inkbox shut down
The running shoe company is shuttering due to an inventory issue, while Bic is closing the semi-permanent tattoo brand nearly four years after its acquisition.
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Levi’s wants to teach young consumers how to repair their clothes
The Wear Longer Project aims to connect high school students with the tools and knowledge on how to repair and refresh the clothing they already own.
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Walmart Marketplace expands into musical instruments
The mass retailer debuted a curated digital storefront with products for all skill levels, setting it up to compete with well-known music retailers.
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For retail brands, TikTok Shop’s rise brings viral success — and disruption
At NRF, executives described major sales wins while acknowledging the social commerce feature is shaking up several retail fundamentals.
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Macy’s to lay off nearly 1,000 at Connecticut fulfillment center
The retailer is shuttering operations at two Cheshire sites, starting March 14.
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Sephora to dedicate curated spaces to K-beauty rival Olive Young
The effort is part of the Korean beauty retailer’s global expansion, which includes opening its first U.S. stores later this year.
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Walmart: This year, AI tinkering ‘becomes transformation’
A year from now, customers will look back and realize just how much has changed about the shopping experience, Walmart’s Daniel Danker predicts.
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Longtime Neiman Marcus merchant heads to Bloomingdale’s
Russ Patrick left the luxury retailer a few years ago and returns to the department store sector as general merchandise manager of home at the Macy’s Inc. banner.
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Walmart’s John Furner overhauls leadership
The soon-to-be CEO of Walmart Inc. announced a slew of executive changes, including his own successor to lead the U.S. business.
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What 10 retail executives have to say about AI
Executives from Dick’s Sporting Goods to Macy’s offered insights as the industry grapples with integrating the new tech into their operations.
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Gap Inc. hires Paramount exec for ‘fashiontainment’ role in quest to boost relevance and revenue
Pam Kaufman takes the newly created job in early February, reporting to CEO Richard Dickson.
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Under Armour elevates Americas president to chief merchant
Kara Trent will take on the position next month, as Chief Product Officer Yassine Saidi transitions to a senior adviser role.
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3 DTC brands on why good old-fashioned retail still works
Executives from Beyond Yoga, Mejuri and Coterie discussed the undeniable value of brick and mortar in an increasingly digital world.
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Macy’s closes remaining units at Connecticut distribution center
The facility will cease all operations after the retailer completes layoffs, which are set to begin March 14.
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Coach expands gaming footprint with The Sims virtual fashions
Wearable items with 65 print and color variations are available for free to players, allowing for the creation of hundreds of different looks.
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November retail sales grew nearly 4%
The data from the U.S. Commerce Department showed consumers continued to spend on apparel but pulled back on home goods.
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Amazon says its Saks Global investment is ‘worthless’
The e-commerce giant’s complaints could signal a long and contentious bankruptcy process for the luxury company.
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Target, Jeremiah Brent team on bedding collection
The “Queer Eye” star’s line aims to provide affordable, stylish bedding options to suit the retailer’s budget-conscious customers.
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‘You have to be willing to challenge everything’: VF Corp leaders discuss turnaround progress
Executives from Vans, The North Face and Timberland laid out their plans for evolution while maintaining each brand’s heritage.
