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The big switch: Why Shoe Carnival is flipping some of its stores into Shoe Stations
In a few test locations, stores that were rebannered as Shoe Stations performed “exceptionally well,” according to CEO Mark Worden.
By Kaarin Moore • Sept. 11, 2024 -
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Backcountry acquired by CSC Generation Enterprise
The outdoor gear retailer will continue to operate under its own name and recently moved to expand into wholesale.
By Nate Delesline III • Sept. 10, 2024 -
Trendline
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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Under Armour to close California distribution center amid restructuring plan
The decision to exit one of its primary distribution facilities will cost the athletics retailer an additional $70 million in restructuring charges.
By Cara Salpini • Sept. 10, 2024 -
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Probiotic brand Seed launches at Target nationwide
The move marks the brand’s first partnership with a big-box retailer and follows its debut on Amazon earlier this year.
By Howard Ruben • Sept. 10, 2024 -
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Family Dollar implements AI tech for category management, merchandising
The discount chain has selected Dunnhumby to power a platform aimed at localizing product assortment to better meet shoppers’ needs.
By Peyton Bigora • Sept. 9, 2024 -
"Lumber Liquidators store, 2321 Ellsworth Road, Ypsilanti Township, Michigan." by Dwight Burdette is licensed under CC BY 3.0
Private equity firm sweeps up LL Flooring, which will stay in business after all
The bankrupt home improvement company, previously Lumber Liquidators, has inked a deal to be acquired by F9 Investments, its largest shareholder.
By Daphne Howland • Sept. 9, 2024 -
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Inside a closing Sam Ash Music store
The family-run company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in May and the liquidation of its 42 retail stores began. Here’s what that looked like at one location.
By Nate Delesline III • Sept. 9, 2024 -
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Nordstrom pulls back on Pacific Northwest omnichannel center plans
The retailer said its current network will suffice following supply chain improvements made over the last few years.
By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 9, 2024 -
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Sponsored by ShipAccel4 keys to getting shipping right for e-commerce SMBs
Small-to-medium-sized e-commerce businesses benefit from partnering with a shipping solution that can support their growth.
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Arc’teryx opens largest flagship to date
The 14,164-square-foot store is located at 580 Broadway in New York City and will feature both new and refurbished products.
By Howard Ruben • Sept. 6, 2024 -
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Retail workers hail New York’s new panic-button law
But the bill signed by Gov. Kathy Hochul, which requires a host of safety measures to address store-based crime, was opposed by key trade groups.
By Daphne Howland • Sept. 6, 2024 -
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ColumnThe Weekly Closeout: Under Armour hires (another) Adidas vet and Bluemercury turns 25
The athletics retailer appointed a new leader in its Europe, the Middle East and Africa division, while the beauty company refreshed its online presence.
By Retail Dive Staff • Sept. 6, 2024 -
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Simon expands, rebrands online outlet marketplace as ShopSimon
The digital marketplace is adding sale and discounted merchandise to its outlet offering of over 360 retailers.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 6, 2024 -
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DTC rug brand Ernesta opens second showroom
The company has opened a location in Bethesda, Maryland, in an area that has increasingly become popular for other DTC brands opening stores.
By Howard Ruben • Sept. 5, 2024 -
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Walmart expands marketplace offerings with StockX sneaker deal
The big-box retailer executive Manish Joneja said the broadened assortment should draw more buyers.
By Nate Delesline III • Sept. 5, 2024 -
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Dollar Tree delivers weak Q2, cuts full-year guidance
Family Dollar customers are leaving for other stores like Walmart, according to analysts, as the banner shrinks its footprint.
By Nate Delesline III • Sept. 4, 2024 -
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Amazon tech to automate 10 new campus c-stores
The company said it expects to put its technology in more stores in 2024 than in any previous year.
By Jessica Loder • Sept. 4, 2024 -
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While others falter, Dick’s stays strong with 8% sales growth
CEO Lauren Hobart said the retailer continues to thrive thanks to long-term investments in product assortment, customer experience and stores.
By Cara Salpini • Sept. 4, 2024 -
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Bath & Body Works’ semi-annual sale ‘fell short of our expectations’
As a result, the company is evaluating its approach to the event, including the timing, marketing and messaging.
By Kaarin Moore • Sept. 4, 2024 -
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Rite Aid exits bankruptcy, sheds $2B in debt
Chief Financial Officer Matt Schroeder will take over the CEO post from restructuring officer Jeffrey Stein.
By Daphne Howland • Sept. 4, 2024 -
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Mango extends e-commerce operations to 12 new markets
The company also named Marlies Hersbach as its new e-commerce executive director as its online business accelerates.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 4, 2024 -
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After a puzzling past few months, Foxtrot returns
The retailer, which abruptly ceased operations earlier this year, will reopen its store in Chicago’s Gold Coast neighborhood.
By Brett Dworski • Sept. 4, 2024 -
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Nordstrom family group offers $3.8B to go private
In pursuit of a takeover, CEO Erik Nordstrom and his brother, President Pete Nordstrom, have teamed up with other family members as well as retail conglomerate El Puerto de Liverpool.
By Daphne Howland • Sept. 4, 2024 -
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Deep DiveTemu and Shein packages are flooding delivery networks. Will the surge persist?
Parcel carriers are counting on the e-commerce companies to adapt to any potential de minimis changes, as many have come to rely on the added volume.
By Max Garland • Sept. 4, 2024 -
ODP Corp. develops AI assistant for Office Depot, Office Max associates
The ODP Personal Assistant gives workers the ability to provide faster and more accurate responses to customers.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 3, 2024
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