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Amazon debuts text-to-shop AI agent feature
Select U.S. customers can now text Alexa for Shopping, with the company planning to debut the functionality more broadly in the coming weeks.
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ThredUp revenue growth slows despite record number of buyers
The fashion resale platform is approaching the holiday season with lowered expectations amid stiff competition in an increasingly crowded sector.
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US government aims to prevent cyberattacks on refrigeration systems
In response to cyberattacks targeting supermarkets in Europe, the U.S. is urging businesses to implement measures to protect internet-linked systems.
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ColumnThe Weekly Closeout: What’s next for CVS retail and Canada Goose net loss widens
The separation of CVS Health could present an opportunity for its retail pharmacies. Meanwhile, higher costs are impacting the luxury apparel brand.
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Levi’s claymation holiday campaign celebrates handmade craft amid AI bloat
The nostalgic effort follows a back-to-school campaign that CEO Michelle Gass said failed to generate the expected demand and traffic.
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Amazon deploys thousands of smart glasses to delivery drivers
The glasses provide navigation and drop-off instructions within drivers' field of view, part of the company's effort to boost delivery efficiency.
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Bed Bath & Beyond’s new concept takes a page from original format
The store, with familiar elements like the towel wall and coupons, comes as its parent company reported strong revenue gains driven by recent acquisitions.
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Under Armour to sell more full-price product at outlet stores
The move is part of a broader store revamp and comes as the athletics brand tries to increase its premium positioning in the market.
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The Children’s Place shakes up leadership amid bankruptcy rumors
With various executives and directors out, including the CEO, the children’s apparel retailer’s CFO has taken over as principal executive officer.
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As Barbie stumbles, Mattel cuts forecast ahead of the holidays
When asked if he had a catchphrase or mission statement, CEO Roger Lynch on his first earnings call said, “Oh give me a break, I just got here.”
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Holiday shoppers only want a dash of AI for the gift hunt
Price comparisons and narrowing down gift ideas are some of the ways consumers are using AI this season. But maintaining autonomy in the buying process remains important to shoppers.
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Reformation implements new AI planning tool, helping in-stock rates
The apparel brand's Q3 net revenue jumped 19% and analysts remarked on its strong performance as a newly public company.
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Ethan Allen CEO out as chair after activist board shakeup
Financier Doug Bergeron, who will be one of the furniture retailer’s new directors, has slammed the company’s leadership for months.
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‘This will normalize’: What Adidas’ Q3 reveals about the broader footwear market
CEO Bjørn Gulden acknowledged difficulties in the lifestyle footwear market but said growth won’t happen until “the market is clean.”
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Revolve points to stores’ strengths but won’t rush to expand its fleet
At the apparel retailer’s three locations, its private labels thrive and margins are higher, but it’s “years away” from having an extensive global footprint, co-founder Michael Mente said Tuesday.
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Hydro Flask owner rejects ‘opportunistic’ takeover proposal
Helen of Troy said Empower Brands’ unsolicited offer was timed to exploit a low stock price, which has been partly impacted by U.S. tariff policies.
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Bed Bath & Beyond’s strategy needs a reset
The company, now known as Neighborhood Intelligence, relied on acquisitions to expand its business beyond retail. With two deals called off, where does that leave its turnaround?
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E.l.f. Beauty growth driven by innovation, not just pricing power
The company’s Q2 net sales jumped 51%, with industry analysts in awe of its go-to-market capabilities and Rhode brand strength.
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Amazon adds over 100 Alexa for Shopping functions
New capabilities include managing subscriptions, resolving billing questions, and creating and editing lists and registries.
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Google makes big plans for wallet
The tech giant thinks a digital wallet should act as a repository for receipts, track online orders and arrange refunds, among other tasks.
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Ikea leans into events for the holidays
Two locations will feature outdoor markets, while all stores will host holiday events this month. The furniture retailer also expanded its assortment.
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Wayfair notches ‘strongest quarter of growth’ since the pandemic
The retailer posted nearly 10% revenue gains and 4.7% growth in active customers in Q3, even as consumer spending habits change in the home category.
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Why J.C. Penney is taking on deal fatigue for its holiday campaign
Marisa Thalberg, chief customer and marketing officer at parent Catalyst Brands, explains the retailer’s latest push with agency Mischief.
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Walmart ramps up Sparky features in time for the holidays
New visual recognition and cart generation capabilities for the AI assistant aim to ease the pain of holiday shopping, both online and in stores.
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Hydro Flask, Osprey owner receives acquisition proposal valued at $1.6B
Empower Brands made an unsolicited offer to purchase all outstanding common stock at $37 per share, alleging Helen of Troy's board destroyed shareholder value.
