The Latest
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Deep Dive
DTC is dead. Long live DTC.
As a channel, it remains key to growth for many retailers. But the era of the DTC brand as we know it is over.
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Sponsored by Dell Technologies
The invisible secret behind retail’s modernization journey
As retailers evolve their businesses to be data-informed and better utilize AI technologies, it will become more important to modernize their IT infrastructure.
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De minimis overhaul will start before next president: former Biden official
A rulemaking proposal being issued by early December is very likely, according to former White House COVID-19 supply coordinator Tim Manning.
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Amazon’s holiday campaign spotlights classic song, acts of kindness
“What the World Needs Now Is Love” features heavily in the effort that extends Amazon's focus on music around the holidays.
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Lowe’s launches home maintenance support tool for loyalty members
With the Lowe’s Digital Home Platform members can access personalized info about their products, including warranties and manuals.
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Vitamin Shoppe owner files for bankruptcy
Franchise Group, which also runs Pet Supplies Plus and Buddy’s Home Furnishings, will shut down American Freight starting this week.
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Column
The Weekly Closeout: Brooks Running hits revenue record and Ollie’s Bargain Outlet acquires former Big Lots stores
The running brand surpassed $1 billion in global revenue year to date, while Ollie’s acquired more leases from the bankrupt discounter.
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Sheetz accepting crypto at all locations
After a limited trial run, customers can now use several popular digital currencies to buy items at all of the retailer’s 750-plus locations.
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Dollar Tree CEO steps down
Rick Dreiling’s departure due to health concerns comes as the company is navigating several challenges, including a possible spin off or sale of its Family Dollar banner.
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Podcast
The Backroom: Retailers creeping it real
Halloween will drive $11.6 billion in spending this year. Plus, it’s fun!
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Skin care brand Dieux names CEO
Ryan Scott, who was formerly president and chief people officer of beauty brand Tatcha, succeeds Dieux’s co-founder Charlotte Palermino.
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Amazon, Google sue over ‘fake review website’
The dual complaints in federal court target sellers of fake reviews for retailers and local businesses that market on the web giants.
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5 retail horror stories of 2024
From Youthforia’s problematic foundation shade range to Foxtrot’s abrupt shuttering, retailers have been the subject of some scary stories.
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Peloton targets millennial men with first part of multiphase campaign
The friendly rivalry between football-playing brothers T.J. and J.J. Watt is the focus of “Find your push. Find your power.”
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Etsy focuses on personalized gifts in sprawling holiday campaign
Waldo, of “Where’s Waldo?” fame, travels the world but only feels seen upon returning home and receiving a thoughtful gift in the platform’s campaign.
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Why some retail has been resilient against Amazon
It's about the products — and the people.
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Casper finds new owners through Carpenter Co. deal
The brand, which was acquired in 2022 by Durational Capital Management, has become a subsidiary of the polyurethane foams manufacturer.
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The Children’s Place launches Shein storefront
The deal allows the youth apparel company to distribute its products through the fast-fashion giant’s platform and diversify its omnichannel strategy.
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Column
The Weekly Closeout: Kate Spade launches M&M’S collection and Nike extends partnership with NBA, WNBA
The fashion company announced a sweet collaboration, while the athletics brand is signing on for another 12 years with the basketball associations.
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Target touts early Black Friday sale
This week, the retailer will hold a pre-Thanksgiving sale and has also begun offering daily and weekly deals.
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Amazon’s inbound fulfillment process is getting a makeover
CEO Andy Jassy said initial efforts to improve inventory placement are bearing fruit while more investments are underway.
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Let the ghoul times roll: Why retailers love Halloween
Companies are engaging with the fall holiday earlier than ever. Because, as it turns out, Halloween is a big moneymaker.
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True Religion to open 3 new stores in November
The brand is opening locations in New York, Texas and Illinois — markets where it has seen increased shopping on its website.
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Wayfair narrows losses even as revenue falls 2% in Q3
The retailer continues to face softened demand, but has been launching initiatives it hopes will drive long-term growth, CEO Niraj Shah said.
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Deep Dive
Why apparel companies embrace supplier scorecards
The tool can help build more transparent sourcing relationships and better measure supply chain metrics.
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Nike shakes up senior leadership
Ann Miller will lead global sports marketing, and Chief Supply Chain Officer Venkatesh Alagirisamy will be elevated to the team. Both are 18-year company veterans.