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Holiday hiring looks different this year. Here’s why.
From retailers pulling back on large hiring announcements to the creation of more part-time roles, here’s why 2026 might be a tipping point for seasonal staffing.
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Sponsored by GlanceBeyond the AI shortlist: How brands can inspire the next purchase
Inspiration comes before the search. Check out how you can drive discovery and desire before intent.
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BNPL bolsters holiday budgets
Younger shoppers favor buy now, pay later more than older generations, but BNPL companies draw consumers across income brackets, a survey finds.
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Bed Bath & Beyond parent to close Maryland distribution center
Neighborhood Intelligence is aiming “to rip out big chunks of costs” by reworking its supply chain, CEO Marcus Lemonis said.
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Target vs. Walmart: Holiday marketing’s stakes feel higher this year
Walmart’s brand platform focused on reappraisal and Target’s turnaround strategy are in the spotlight during a make-or-break moment for retail.
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Ethan Allen CEO out after four decades
Former Neiman Marcus Group executive Stefanie Tsen Ward takes over for Farooq Kathwari in the interim as the struggling furniture retailer searches for his permanent replacement.
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The Children’s Place, in search of new ownership, files for bankruptcy
The specialty apparel retailer, which initiated store-closing sales last week, aims to sell itself by the end of the year, and bids are due in just a month.
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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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On surprises with wholesale growth
The brand’s DTC gains in Q3 missed many analysts’ expectations, though wholesale results quelled some longstanding concerns.
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Dick’s Sporting Goods signs Caitlin Clark
The exclusive deal includes both Dick’s and Foot Locker, and is the first time either company has signed an athlete as a brand partner.
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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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Lululemon fills 2 of 4 open roles with new brand, strategy chiefs
The athletics retailer is still searching for technology and communications chiefs after those executives left their positions a few months ago.
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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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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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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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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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‘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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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.
