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As Levi’s pivots to DTC, Dockers may be sold
CEO Michelle Gass said the khakis business “has underperformed for some time” and the company wants to focus on its denim and Beyond Yoga brands.
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Sponsored by Onport
How Tall Size became the go-to destination for tall women fashion
Curated marketplaces are the future of e-commerce because they foster a sense of community and personalization by addressing specific consumer demands.
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Genesco taps Tupperware vet as CFO
Sandra Harris will oversee the company’s accounting, financial planning and analysis, investor relations, treasury, procurement and tax functions.
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Top retail conferences in 2025
Topics this year include AI, consumer trends and brand loyalty.
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The North Face expands secondhand program
The brand’s Renewed program now allows customers to return used items online and in stores in exchange for credit.
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Amazon launches suite of visual search features
The e-commerce giant added five new tech features so shoppers can conduct faster and more precise product searches.
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5 of the biggest CEO moves to hit retail this year
From longtime company veteran departures to executives switching sectors, here’s a look at some of the retailers that have shuffled the top spot in 2024.
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Patagonia lays off 41 following corporate restructuring
CEO Ryan Gellert said “some parts of our company need to be shaped differently” to position the business for the future.
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Bath & Body Works teams up with ‘Emily in Paris’ for the holidays
A limited-time collection of 50 products inspired by the Netflix series will debut in stores and online in November.
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Here’s how retailers are staffing up for the 2024 holiday season
With e-commerce expected to surge once again, extra fulfillment center workers are just as critical as store staff for many.
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Nike CFO notes that ‘a comeback at this scale takes time’ as revenue falls 10%
With a new CEO set to take over, the sportswear giant pulled its guidance for the year and stressed the actions it’s already taking to reset the business.
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Fear of God, Pacsun veteran to lead Everlane
Alfred Chang will take over as chief executive nearly a year after Andrea O’Donnell left the post to join footwear retailer Designer Brands.
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Column
The Weekly Closeout: L’Occitane CEO departs and Crocs partners with Squishmallows
The beauty retailer created an office of the CEO to lead in the interim, while the footwear collab features three shoe designs and several Jibbitz charms.
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J.C. Penney names consulting chief marketing officer to bolster turnaround plan
Veteran marketer Marisa Thalberg describes the 122-year-old retailer as “ripe for brand reinvigoration.”
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ILA strike begins, disrupting East and Gulf Coast ports
Without a new port labor deal, the International Longshoremen’s Association instructed its members to halt work after midnight Tuesday.
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Podcast
The Backroom: The state of the art of couponing
The team discusses a recent deep dive into the movement, led by deal-hunting influencers, and what it means for consumers and retailers alike.
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Estée Lauder shuffles North America leadership
Group President Mark Loomis will retire, with Tara Simon and Amber English succeeding him in the region as president and president of digital and online, respectively.
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PetSmart CEO steps down to lead Signet Jewelers
J.K. Symancyk left the pet retailer on Monday, and was announced as the chief executive of Signet on Tuesday.
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What to know about privacy laws when collecting personal data on shoppers
Retailers have moved away from collecting identifiable information from consumers, but need to be aware of requirements for the personal data they do gather, an Albertsons privacy official said.
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CVS to lay off 2,900 employees amid reports of strategic review
CVS is cutting 1% of its workforce as the healthcare behemoth pursues a massive cost-cutting plan — including a potential breakup of its businesses, according to reports.
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Ashley, Samsung partner on smart home experience
The furniture retailer’s Brentwood, Tennessee, store is the first to showcase the interactive showroom, with plans for expansion underway.
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Temu and Shein can weather de minimis changes. Others may struggle.
The e-commerce giants are already diversifying their supply chains in the wake of the White House’s proposal to limit the exemption, but smaller businesses may have a tough time doing the same.
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Circle K adds e-commerce tools to 800 franchised stores
Lula Commerce also named a new president and chief revenue officer as demand for c-store delivery grows.
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Simon taps influencers to draw Gen Z to the mall
A new campaign celebrates mall culture and invites people to be part of the experience, according to Simon's chief marketing officer.
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Deep Dive
No, not all companies are abandoning diversity, equity and inclusion. Here’s why.
Amid a high-profile backlash, many businesses are scrutinizing their policies. But the vast majority end up sticking with DEI, in part because it’s key to growth.
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PwC expects 7% bump in average holiday spending, increased traffic to stores
Despite easing inflation, however, consumers remain selective and motivated by price.