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Walmart announces second class of beauty accelerator program
The retailer is also investing in beauty in other ways, including bringing back a Beauty Glow Up savings event and expanding virtual try-on.
By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • April 1, 2024 -
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Mercari ends selling fees, debuts new returns policy
The no-fee structure became effective on all new listings earlier this week and will roll out to the rest of the site in the weeks to come.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 29, 2024 -
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Though some of the problems of the pandemic have waned, retail continues to reel from C-suite turnover and layoffs.
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Perfect Corp. improves 3D modeling for virtual jewelry try-on
The latest update allows brands to use Graphics Library Transmission Format 2.0 files, which offer more detailed textures and lighting.
By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • March 29, 2024 -
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Amazon says it removed over 7M fake goods in 2023
The e-commerce giant, which has long faced scrutiny over counterfeits, said it invested more than $1 billion into fighting fakes last year.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 28, 2024 -
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Dr. Martens launches recycled leather collection and resale platform
The footwear company is promoting both launches as part of its sustainability commitments.
By Laurel Deppen • March 26, 2024 -
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Deep DiveWhy the latest TikTok ban attempt is different — and what it means for marketers
A ban could benefit Meta, weakening competition and options for advertisers, while a potential suitor will need to be well-versed in data management.
By Jessica Deyo • March 26, 2024 -
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Sponsored by PaylocityHow to overcome 5 retail industry challenges
Discover tips and tricks to help you tackle some of the top HR pain points for stores and wholesale businesses.
March 25, 2024 -
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Most retail leaders say AI plays an important role in search strategies: survey
Retail leaders cited improved accuracy and relevance as the two biggest roles AI can play, according to Algolia and Coleman Parkes Research.
By Bryan Wassel • March 22, 2024 -
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Five Below scales back self-checkout to fight shrink
Hiring more store associates will improve customer service and help fight what executives said was an unexpectedly high level of inventory loss.
By Daphne Howland • March 21, 2024 -
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Meta’s payment plays may pay off this year: report
A partnership between Meta and Amazon “could represent the tipping point of transforming social media into a transaction platform,” Mizuho Securities analysts said in a report.
By James Pothen • March 21, 2024 -
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Walmart pilots 3D weaving machines to produce garments for private label
The retailer has partnered with fashion tech company Unspun in an effort to reduce apparel manufacturing waste.
By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • March 20, 2024 -
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Sephora to exit Korea this spring
The beauty retailer will wind down its online, mobile app and store operations in the country beginning May 6.
By Cara Salpini • March 20, 2024 -
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Target limits self-checkout to 10 items or fewer at most stores
In addition to rolling out the express lanes, the retailer is giving managers more leeway to open and shut self-service lanes throughout the day.
By Bryan Wassel • March 18, 2024 -
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Pacsun unites commerce channels with first-party data solution
The retailer is the first consumer brand to take advantage of a partnership between SoundCommerce and Cordial that unites data and personalization.
By Chris Kelly • March 18, 2024 -
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Sponsored by The Ibotta Performance NetworkSummer outlook 2024: Seasonal CPG trends to build your marketing strategy
Uncover summer seasonality trends for your category and tactics to maximize incremental sales.
March 18, 2024 -
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Afterpay expands merchant partners as it looks past apparel
In addition to Kendra Scott and Diane von Furstenberg, the installment payments provider is bringing on brands like Made In Cookware.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 15, 2024 -
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Hugo Boss lands on Roblox to promote new denim-inspired clothing line
Planet Hugo carries interactive experiences such as a fashion match game that lets players style different looks.
By Peter Adams • March 14, 2024 -
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Generation Tux steps into physical retail
The online suit and tuxedo rental company’s showroom will feature tech that uses data and AI to understand a customer’s measurements and desired fit.
By Howard Ruben • March 12, 2024 -
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Michaels promotes online MakerPlace with ‘Respect the Handmade’
A new brand campaign and an in-store pilot of the marketplace further position the company as an alternative to Etsy.
By Jessica Deyo • March 11, 2024 -
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Walmart piloted an RFID receipt check. It didn’t work out.
The retailer confirmed it has ended a recent test of the checkout technology at a Neighborhood Market store in Bentonville, Arkansas.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 11, 2024 -
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Sponsored by The Hershey CompanyProduct innovation meets tech innovation with the launch of Reese’s Caramel Big Cup
Hershey’s Retail Team is using augmented reality to help retail partners visualize merchandise displays in their stores.
By Stephanie Berman, Vice President of Retail, The Hershey Company • March 11, 2024 -
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Ōura launches on Amazon
The tie-up with the e-commerce giant follows a partnership with Best Buy formed last year as the wearable tech brand builds out its wholesale presence.
By Howard Ruben • March 8, 2024 -
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Walmart adds early morning delivery option
As operational competition with Target and Amazon heats up, the big-box retailer is expanding on-demand delivery to start at 6 a.m.
By Tatiana Walker-Morris • March 8, 2024 -
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Basma now sells its TikTok-approved cosmetics at Sephora
The beauty brand entered the color category with a cream blush its social media community helped “co-create.”
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 7, 2024 -
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1 in 3 Sam’s Club members use scan-and-go technology regularly
The club retailer is expanding the digital capability’s reach after customer usage surged last year.
By Peyton Bigora • March 6, 2024
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