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Hollister launches 'Social Tourist' with teen influencers
Developed with Charli and Dixie D'Amelio, the sub-brand begins an exclusive, multi-year agreement between the sisters and parent Abercrombie & Fitch Co.
By Daphne Howland • May 6, 2021 -
J.C. Penney cuts 650 jobs under new owners
The layoffs came after an operational review by Simon Property Group and Brookfield Asset Management.
By Ben Unglesbee • May 6, 2021 -
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Digital innovation and technology trends in retail
Generative AI and TikTok Shop have replaced the metaverse and NFTs as the hot topics of the day — here’s a look at how brands are using them.
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Office Depot parent plans to break up its retail and B2B businesses
The office supplies retailer intends to split itself into two separate companies shortly after rebuffing an offer from Staples and its backer, Sycamore Partners.
By Ben Unglesbee • May 6, 2021 -
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Uber and Gopuff link up on 'everyday essentials' e-shop
Gopuff will power the white-label platform for Uber Eats, which will launch in 95 cities this June and expand nationwide in the summer.
By Jeff Wells • May 6, 2021 -
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Deep DiveRFID's e-commerce growth spurt
The need for visibility drove companies to invest in solutions for their complete supply chain while Adidas is using the technology to verify provenance.
By Deborah Abrams Kaplan • May 5, 2021 -
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Walgreens rolls out 2-hour delivery nationwide
The retailer, which already partners with several third-party firms for on-demand delivery, is adding the option to reach more online shoppers.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • May 5, 2021 -
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Gap Inc. to sell Intermix to private equity firm
The boutique opened in New York nearly 30 years ago and was acquired by the conglomerate in 2012, but as a retailer of other brands, it never quite fit.
By Daphne Howland • May 5, 2021 -
David's Bridal takes on $70M loan as it preps for the return of weddings
After last year's slump in ceremonies, the retailer is raising capital to speed up its growth and ride the anticipated wave as couples return to the aisle.
By Ben Unglesbee • May 4, 2021 -
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Tailored Brands taps retail veterans for uphill turnaround
The apparel company, still struggling financially after emerging from bankruptcy, faces an especially volatile menswear market.
By Daphne Howland • May 4, 2021 -
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Deep DiveWhat's next for Destination XL after last year's calamity in menswear?
The big-and-tall specialist's sales shrank by nearly a third in 2020 as offices went dark and events were nixed. Executives discuss how they navigated the turmoil.
By Ben Unglesbee • May 4, 2021 -
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Macy's workers win battle over mobile app purchases
The retailer can no longer use its Scan and Pay app in departments where employees make commissions, a labor arbitrator has ruled.
By Daphne Howland • May 3, 2021 -
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Amazon poised to overtake Walmart as largest retailer by 2025: report
As e-commerce keeps up a blistering pace, the online specialist with its vast marketplace is forecast to exceed more than $630 billion in U.S. sales.
By Ben Unglesbee • May 3, 2021 -
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Sponsored by FedEx OfficeAnticipating retailers' needs: How FedEx Office helps customers manage through change
When the pandemic hit, retailers had only a few days to react in order to get critical signs for their stores. Read about the lessons learned and plans for the future.
May 3, 2021 -
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Sponsored by LumenThe coming retail renaissance
To excel, retailers must look to new technologies to enliven experiences and compete for the future beyond the pandemic, beyond shiny objects and act now to survive and thrive.
By Brian Solis, Lumen • May 3, 2021 -
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Columbia Sportswear hires SVP of omni-planning and fulfillment
Emily Rompala will lead the global omni-planning team in a newly created role, as the retailer invests in digital and DTC.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 30, 2021 -
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Best Buy COO steps down following banner 2020
After 17 change-packed years at the electronics retailer, Mike Mohan is leaving the company and won't be replaced.
By Ben Unglesbee • April 30, 2021 -
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Amazon marketplace dominates in blockbuster Q1
The e-commerce giant said that Prime Day will be early this year, taking place at some point in the current quarter.
By Daphne Howland • April 30, 2021 -
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Tapestry names VF Corp veteran as CFO
Scott Roe, who recently left VF Corp after 25 years, will take the post as the luxury conglomerate continues to firm up its C-suite.
By Daphne Howland • April 30, 2021 -
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Retail organizations sue Fed over debit law enforcement
Two North Dakota retail associations allege in a new federal lawsuit the Fed hasn't properly fulfilled its duty to determine "reasonable" debit card processing fees under a 2010 law.
By Lynne Marek • April 30, 2021 -
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Good news on vaccines, economy drives a sunnier view of retail at Moody's
Profits will likely spike as pandemic pressure eases, with apparel and off-price players gaining the most. But a return to normal could also have a downside.
By Ben Unglesbee • April 29, 2021 -
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Amazon to raise wages for more than 500K workers
The news comes amid a report that the National Labor Relations Board ruled a union's evidence could overturn the failed vote at the company's Bessemer, Alabama, warehouse.
By Daphne Howland • April 29, 2021 -
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Deep DiveAlgorithms vs. humans: Who’s better at predicting fashion trends?
These days data is plentiful, useful and fast. But some in the industry warn that old fashioned merchants are undervalued at a crucial time.
By Daphne Howland • April 29, 2021 -
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Best Buy facility obtains zero waste certification
The retailer's Chino, California, logistics center diverted over 99.67% of its solid waste from landfills in the past year.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 29, 2021 -
VF Corp strikes deal to sell 9 workwear labels
The apparel conglomerate put a "for sale" sign on its workwear segment last year, part of a years-long effort to forge a more retail-centric portfolio.
By Daphne Howland • April 28, 2021 -
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Gap to launch eyewear collection next year
A tie-up with Italian optical manufacturer De Rigo is the first deal inked under the brand's licensing agreement with IMG.
By Daphne Howland • Updated April 27, 2021
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