Operations: Page 36


  • A storefront is seen at an angle, with "T.J. Maxx" in bright red letters, against a blue sky streaked with light clouds.
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    TJX to expand into Mexico

    Both analysts and the off-pricer itself, which runs TJ Maxx, HomeGoods and other retailers in the U.S., see opportunity in international expansion.

    By June 10, 2024
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    Walmart to bring electronic shelf labels to thousands of stores

    The retailer expects to deploy the technology to 2,300 locations by 2026 in a bid to improve efficiency and customer service.

    By Sam Silverstein • June 10, 2024
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    Trendline

    How retailers are deploying in-store technology

    Payment systems, self-checkout stations and home visualization tech are just a few of the areas getting attention from retailers as they rethink the store experience.

    By Retail Dive staff
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    Function of Beauty expands to Amazon

    In addition to the new partnership, the beauty and skin brand is now offering both its Target and Pro line from Sephora on its own website.

    By Howard Ruben • June 10, 2024
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    HanesBrands sells Champion to Authentic Brands Group

    The proceeds of the $1.2 billion sale will be used to pay down debt.

    By Laurel Deppen • June 10, 2024
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    Sponsored by SheerID

    New data reveals 3 ways retailers can optimize back-to-school campaigns

    The genius behind irresistible summer community deals.

    By Bill Schneider, VP of Product Marketing, SheerID • June 10, 2024
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    The role of strategic partnership management and rebadging in transformation and enhanced CX

    The retail industry saw a drop in new global in-house centers last year. See why strategic business process services partnerships may be more appealing, and how to use them to unlock long-term value.

    By Mike Lytle, North America CEO, Teleperformance • June 10, 2024
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    GameStop Q1 sales drop 29% as it issues new stock offering

    The video game-focused retailer plans to capitalize again on meme stock interest by selling 75 million more shares.

    By Nate Delesline III • June 7, 2024
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    Landlords close in on acquisition of Express

    With private equity-backed WHP Global, Brookfield and Simon Property Group have put up a stalking horse bid of some $160 million in cash and $38 million in assumed liabilities.

    By June 7, 2024
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    The Weekly Closeout: Kirkland’s explores strategic alternatives as Claire’s celebrates Hello Kitty

    The home retailer is also instituting a cost-savings plan as sales fell 5% in Q1. Meanwhile, the tween brand is honoring the iconic character’s 50th anniversary.

    By Retail Dive Staff • June 7, 2024
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    The Container Store introduces Decor+ by Elfa

    The retailer seeks to grow its Custom Spaces business amid declining sales. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 7, 2024
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    Hoka opens New York City flagship store

    The Fifth Avenue location marks the popular running brand’s second store in New York City and eighth store in the U.S.

    By Howard Ruben • June 7, 2024
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    Sam’s Club looks to members to bolster private label offerings

    In a new initiative, the Walmart-owned club retailer is enlisting the help of 50,000 shoppers to help co-create products for its Member’s Mark line. 

    By Peyton Bigora • June 7, 2024
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    Big Lots may be making more turnaround progress than it seems

    Despite double digit sales declines and rising debt levels, one analyst says the bad consumer backdrop is masking its improvements.

    By Nate Delesline III • June 6, 2024
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    VF names global brand president of North Face

    Caroline Brown, former CEO of Donna Karan International, is taking on the role after a few months on the apparel conglomerate’s board of directors.

    By Laurel Deppen • June 6, 2024
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    Banana Republic unveils refreshed New York City flagship

    The revamped SoHo location features concierge, styling and tailoring services, along with the first BR Home showroom in the city.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 6, 2024
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    Why Abercrombie & Fitch isn’t complaining about the weather

    A merchandising-first mindset is behind the once-troubled brand’s transformation into one of the best performers in retail, analysts say.

    By June 6, 2024
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    6 Foxtrot stores leased to Further Point Enterprises

    The holding company that acquired the non-real-estate assets from 15 Foxtrot locations last month is now the official tenant for half a dozen of its locations.

    By Brett Dworski • June 5, 2024
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    Fair Harbor taps Mizzen+Main vet as president

    Bethany Muths steps into the newly created role after holding leadership positions at Mizzen+Main, Ivory Ella and footwear brand Schutz.

    By Howard Ruben • June 5, 2024
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    Shinola, Filson parent appoints CEO, chief marketer

    Steve Katzman will oversee operations at both brands in the top spot at Bedrock, while Kevin Wertz, formerly of SmileDirectClub, takes the lead marketing role.

    By Lara Ewen • June 5, 2024
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    Dollar Tree to explore spinoff or sale of Family Dollar

    The underperforming banner has been a drag on operations since its acquisition.

    By Nate Delesline III • June 5, 2024
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    Liquid Death names former PepsiCo, Keurig Dr Pepper exec as CFO

    The fast-growing startup, known for its canned water, has entered new beverage categories while adding experienced executives to its C-suite.

    By Christopher Doering • June 5, 2024
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    Global online retail sales to hit $6.8 trillion by 2028

    In the U.S. alone, online sales will reach $1.6 trillion by that period, up from $1 trillion in 2023, according to a recent report from Forrester.

    By Howard Ruben • June 4, 2024
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    After abruptly shuttering its stores, Outdoor Voices has a new owner

    Consortium Brand Partners, which also owns Draper James, plans to open new stores next year and expand into adjacent product categories.

    By June 4, 2024
  • Children’s Place CEO Jane Elfers out after 14 years

    Muhammad Umair, who joined as a board member in February when Mithaq Capital bought a majority stake in the company, will serve as interim chief.

    By Nate Delesline III • June 3, 2024
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    DTC activewear brand Halara opens first pop-up shop

    The company, which says it releases hundreds of new styles per week, is testing the New York City market as one of a series of planned pop-ups.

    By Howard Ruben • June 3, 2024