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    The Weekly Closeout: Toys R Us launches NFTs and David’s Bridal debuts loyalty program for teens

    The toy company is releasing 10,000 digital collectibles, featuring its iconic mascot, and the bridal retailer launches a prom loyalty program.

    By Retail Dive Staff • Dec. 9, 2022
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    Chewy beats on revenue estimates, swings to a profit in Q3

    While the online pet retailer’s net sales increased 14.5%, analysts remain concerned over the company’s rising customer acquisition costs.

    By • Dec. 9, 2022
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    Trendline

    The state of retail operations

    Daily operations have changed tremendously over the past few years, as retailers re-examine topics including shrink and pricing. 

    By Retail Dive staff
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    Amazon pilots returns at Staples stores

    With a relatively small store footprint, the e-commerce giant has forged partnerships with rivals and others to facilitate returns.

    By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 9, 2022
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    Birkenstock opens fourth US store in California

    With a new private equity owner guiding the company, the footwear brand is widening its global footprint.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 9, 2022
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    Report: Seasonal hires in November hit lowest level since 2008

    Despite major brands’ holiday hiring announcements, the sector hasn’t added as many jobs as in years past.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 8, 2022
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    Toys R Us owner takes stake in Express for $260M

    Brand management firm WHP Global and the struggling apparel retailer will form a joint venture to scale and license the brand and expand it internationally.

    By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 8, 2022
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    Shein to invest $15M in supplier factories

    After a critical documentary looked at labor practices in its supply chain, the fast fashion giant also said it is doubling what it spends on audits.

    By • Dec. 8, 2022
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    GameStop lays off employees — again

    Multiple LinkedIn posts from GameStop employees, including engineers, say they were let go by the company this week.

    By • Dec. 7, 2022
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    Sephora selects 7 beauty brands for accelerator program

    Participants will receive mentorship, merchandising support, grants, investor introductions and the opportunity to sell in Sephora’s North America stores.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 7, 2022
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    Gartner: Uncertainty clouds chief marketer prospects for 2023

    Marketers might need to defend their independence internally as a cross-functional focus eats away at budgets that have struggled to bounce back.

    By Peter Adams • Dec. 7, 2022
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    A look at Bed Bath & Beyond’s tumultuous year

    The distressed home retailer experienced a C-suite shakeout, strategy pivot and a board refresh as it continues to work on turning the business around.

    By • Dec. 7, 2022
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    Former LVMH exec to be named CEO of Prada

    Andrea Guerra will step into the role as Miuccia Prada and Patrizio Bertelli plan their succession.

    By • Dec. 6, 2022
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    Dollar General takes $40M hit from delays in temporary warehouse openings

    The company had to use suboptimal distribution networks and pay more in fees due to slowdowns in returning shipping containers. 

    By Max Garland • Dec. 6, 2022
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    Gap reaps benefits from lower air freight rates

    Retailers are growing more optimistic about freight-related tailwinds as rates become more favorable heading into the new year.

    By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 6, 2022
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    Instacart adds holiday tree same-day delivery

    The company is using its recently launched Big & Bulky fulfillment service to bring live and artificial trees to customers’ homes. 

    By Catherine Douglas Moran • Dec. 6, 2022
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    WHSmith swipes Neiman Marcus CFO

    Kevin Gotthard pivots to the convenience store space after a little over a decade at luxury retail brands Neiman Marcus and Ralph Lauren.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Dec. 5, 2022
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    Dick’s Sporting Goods hires EVP of stores

    The former Best Buy exec has experience managing human resources and store operations.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 5, 2022
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    VF Corp. CEO departs unexpectedly

    The conglomerate is seeking a replacement for Steve Rendle, who was chief executive for nearly six years and at the company for nearly 25.

    By • Dec. 5, 2022
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    LVMH, Glossier latest to sign charter to end racial bias in retail

    Now 42 retailers and brands have joined the Open to All initiative, which combats discrimination in shopping and at work in the industry.

    By • Dec. 5, 2022
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    Burlington navigates higher sourcing costs after ‘desirable’ closeout buys

    Product sourcing costs grew 13% from the previous quarter as the off-price retailer took advantage of excess supply.

    By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 5, 2022
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    Deep Dive

    Is Amazon done disrupting retail?

    The e-commerce giant is looking past the industry to expand its reach, and rivals have figured out ways to compete.

    By • Dec. 5, 2022
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    3 ways to use AI to drive significant ecommerce profits

    Can AI and machine learning boost sales and margins? The answer is absolutely "yes." Find out how.

    By Nicolas Darveau-Garneau, Chief Growth and Strategy Officer at Coveo • Dec. 5, 2022
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    Amazon launches supply chain visibility tool to help users pool data

    The cloud application, now in use by Whole Foods and Lifetime Brands, aims to help companies more quickly respond to changing market conditions.

    By Kelly Stroh • Dec. 2, 2022
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    Aviator Nation unveils first pop-up shop in New York

    More DTC brands are turning to physical storefronts to increase sales and market themselves to new customers.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 2, 2022
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    Ulta ‘uniquely positioned’ to weather inflation

    CEO Dave Kimbell said the retailer has seen no evidence of trading down and is benefiting from its wide array of price points.

    By • Dec. 2, 2022