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Retail roulette: How Trump’s tariffs altered buying
Ever-changing tariff rates have introduced uncertainty and confusion for retail buyers. But could they also present an opportunity for new supply chain strategies?
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Sponsored by LevitonPowering the new retail experience: Integrated infrastructure for seamless in-store customer experiences
Shoppers expect a retail experience that is social, immersive and omnichannel, combining the best of online and in-person shopping.
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Levi’s picks Microsoft to deploy ‘super-agent’
The apparel giant said it will launch a "complex agentic framework" in 2026 that will integrate several sub-agents across IT, HR and operations.
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E.l.f. bets on power of sound for kinder social media algorithms
A campaign timed to World Kindness Day includes audiovisual stories designed to interrupt consumers’ feeds and combat doomscrolling.
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CFO exits Calvin Klein parent amid longrunning turnaround
PVH, which also runs Tommy Hilfiger, has launched a global search to replace Zac Coughlin, who arrived nearly four years ago.
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Old Navy taps DoorDash for same-day deliveries
The effort, which comes amid increased interest in on-demand apparel deliveries, allows shoppers to order denim, holiday-themed pajamas and more.
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Dollar General taps new operations, merchandising chiefs
Emily Taylor continues her 25-year career at the retailer by taking on the COO position. The company also eliminated its executive vice president of strategy and development role.
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How Walmart is deploying the Grinch to boost holiday marketing
The Dr. Seuss icon, played by Walton Goggins, appears in new ads and a Times Square takeover showcasing deals on products like the Switch 2.
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Nuuly subscribers can now return items at Urban Outfitters stores
Subscribers to the apparel rental company can see faster processing and instant updates as part of the new service.
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Crocs promotes Adidas vet to lead Heydude
Rupert Campbell arrived at the brand in March and now takes on new responsibilities, following the promotion of former brand chief Terence Reilly.
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From comfort to court: Skechers’ quest to become a performance brand
Best known for its slip-on shoes, the footwear retailer has moved decidedly into everything from golf to basketball in its search for more share.
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Rhone names chief operating officer
Matthew Wallace joins the DTC activewear brand with over three decades of experience, including with Walmart and PVH Corp.
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ColumnThe Weekly Closeout: Spirit Christmas opens and Revlon develops first Champion fragrance
The sister brand of Spirit Halloween opened locations across the Northeast and Great Lakes regions, while Champion's scent collection will debut in 2027.
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Under Armour breaks with Steph Curry as restructuring program expands
After more than a decade of working together, the NBA star and his Curry Brand will separate from Under Armour.
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How consumers will get through the holidays
Inflation, tariffs and unemployment are taking a toll on shoppers, affecting how they will spend this year.
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Cybercrime groups team with organized crime in massive cargo theft campaigns
Financially motivated hackers are using remote monitoring and access tools against trucking and freight companies, Proofpoint warns.
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Walmart CEO Doug McMillon to retire, John Furner to succeed
McMillon will step down from the top position in January after more than four decades at the company. He will remain as an adviser through fiscal 2027.
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In an AI world, Nordstrom is leaning into human care
AI has a role to play, but when customers "really want the face-to-face, eye-to-eye, voice-to-voice connection,” the retailer is there to meet the need, Nordstrom’s Heather Bissell said.
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On says tariff-driven price increases have been ‘very well received’
The athletics brand plans to sell at full price this holiday season and stressed that its affluent customer base is “not price sensitive.”
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Shoe Carnival to rebrand as Shoe Station Group
The change, subject to shareholder approval, comes as 90% of its fleet is expected to operate as Shoe Station stores by the end of fiscal 2028.
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Visa, Mastercard reach legal pact with merchants
The legal agreement, if approved by a federal court, could end two decades of litigation between the two biggest U.S. card networks and their merchant clients over credit card interchange fees.
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Retail basics propel Dillard’s in Q3
The department store’s strength across categories is less about artificial intelligence and more about merchandising, loyalty and well-run stores.
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Amazon brings back early Black Friday sale
The 12-day event features “millions” of deals on categories like home, electronics, beauty and apparel.
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ColumnThe Weekly Closeout: Nike vet joins Reebok and could AI boost the mall?
Daniel Schachne, who also has a history with Jordan, will oversee the brand’s growth strategy. Meanwhile, David Simon sees at least one potential benefit from the AI shift.
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Skims valued at $5B as it plans store expansion
The Kim Kardashian-founded brand raised $225 million in a new funding round and hopes to be a mostly physical business in the near future.
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Columbia Sportswear names co-presidents as part of long-term succession plan
Peter Bragdon and Joe Boyle will take on the roles, though founding family member Tim Boyle will remain chairman and CEO.
