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    The Weekly Closeout: Puma eyes ‘efficiency program,’ Adidas could cut jobs

    Puma wants to improve operations and cut costs in the name of profitability, while Adidas said its operating model is too complex.

    By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 24, 2025
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    Serta Simmons completes Beautyrest brand portfolio with 2 launches

    The company is introducing collections to a portfolio that is meant to support customers at a variety of price points. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 24, 2025
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    What's shaping the e-commerce landscape?

    From recent statistics on e-commerce growth to the Federal Trade Commission’s lawsuit against Amazon, here are some of the forces impacting online retail.

    By Retail Dive staff
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    Private label sales hit record in 2024

    Store brand sales increased nearly 4% to $271 billion, according to a new report from the Private Label Manufacturers Association.

    By Catherine Douglas Moran • Jan. 23, 2025
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    Adidas sales surge 24% in preliminary Q4 results

    For the full year revenue was also up double-digits, though CEO Bjørn Gulden said the brand is “not yet where we want to be long term.”

    By • Jan. 22, 2025
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    Lola launches postpartum care products at Walmart

    The brand, known for its period care products, said it plans to grow its postpartum collection by launching new items at Target in March.

    By Howard Ruben • Updated Jan. 21, 2025
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    9 brands to watch in 2025

    From skin care companies like Prequel and Dieux to footwear brand Kizik, these retailers are separating themselves from the rest.

    By • Updated Jan. 21, 2025
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    The Weekly Closeout: Foot Locker taps Sonia Syngal for board and New Balance sales hit a record

    Also joining the footwear retailer’s board is Ace Hardware CEO John Venhuizen. Meanwhile, New Balance landed $7.8 billion in global sales last year.

    By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 17, 2025
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    Hydro Flask maker builds inventory, bracing for tariff impact

    Helen of Troy is continuing to pursue diversified sourcing despite uncertainty around U.S. trade policies.

    By Kelly Stroh • Jan. 16, 2025
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    A.k.a. Brands names CEO

    Ciaran Long, chief financial officer since 2021, takes on the top spot, while the company’s global controller, Kevin Grant, has been named CFO.

    By Howard Ruben • Jan. 16, 2025
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    Anthropologie launches resortwear line

    The Urban Outfitters, Inc.-owned brand is positioning its new label as a response to increased consumer interest in travel.

    By Laurel Deppen • Jan. 15, 2025
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    Campaign Trail: Dollar Shave Club gets back to its disruptive roots

    The direct-to-consumer trailblazer is updating its irreverent streak after a period at Unilever that “neutered” the brand’s edginess, per CEO Larry Bodner.

    By Chris Kelly • Jan. 13, 2025
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    Consortium Brand Partners acquires Jonathan Adler

    This is the private equity firm’s third acquisition in 18 months, following previously announced deals with Draper James and Outdoor Voices.

    By Lara Ewen • Jan. 9, 2025
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    Perfect Moment seeks global expansion through agency partnerships

    The luxury ski brand is working to grow its international wholesale presence as it faces a potential delisting from the New York Stock Exchange.

    By Howard Ruben • Jan. 8, 2025
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    8 retail trends to watch in 2025

    Each year brings unique headwinds and tailwinds. From increased attention on DEI efforts to the shifting nature of DTC, this is what we’ll be following in 2025.

    By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 7, 2025
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    With latest launch, Fine’ry targets the men’s fragrance market

    The move was “a natural next step for Fine’ry,” according to Nadia Khan, senior vice president of brand marketing at parent company Maesa.

    By • Jan. 7, 2025
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    Dr. Martens creative director steps down after a decade

    Darren McKoy said he was ready to embrace new opportunities and creative challenges, and the footwear company hasn’t named a replacement.

    By Laurel Deppen • Jan. 7, 2025
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    Inside Athletic Brewing’s marketing as reach expands for nonalcoholic beer

    Chief Marketing Officer Andrew Katz explains how a new multimillion-dollar campaign is part of the brand’s efforts as the “big guys” enter the nonalcoholic beer category.

    By Chris Kelly • Jan. 7, 2025
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    Nike CEO: Wholesale partners ‘feel we’ve turned our back on them’

    Elliott Hill, who just took over the top spot in October, vowed a return to stronger relationships with its partners as sales fell 8% in Q2.

    By • Dec. 20, 2024
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    The Weekly Closeout: Walmart to invest $1.3B in Chile and what Nike’s stumble means for Foot Locker

    The big-box retailer’s plans include 70 new stores across Chile, while the sportswear giant’s DTC about-face could be a boon to Foot Locker.

    By Retail Dive Staff • Dec. 20, 2024
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    Birkenstock closes out its fiscal year on a high note

    The German footwear brand is carefully calibrating its wholesale and direct-to-consumer strategies, with plans to grow its store count by 50% next year.

    By • Dec. 19, 2024
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    Perfect Moment opens third seasonal store in the Austrian Alps

    The location at the Kitzbühel ski resort will feature best-selling products, as well as host in-store events.

    By Howard Ruben • Dec. 18, 2024
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    Bloomingdale’s adds fulfillment option for luxury DTC brands

    Shoppers can check on the availability of products via a DTC company’s website and pick up their order at a nearby Bloomingdale’s store.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 18, 2024
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    True Classic launches at Target

    The brand will be sold in 460 of the mass merchant’s stores after testing out a small selection of products on Target’s website in the fall.

    By Howard Ruben • Dec. 16, 2024
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    Under Armour holds first investor day in 6 years

    Capping off a difficult year, CEO Kevin Plank outlined the brand’s strategy to get back to growth through marketing reinvestment and product innovation.

    By • Dec. 13, 2024
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    The Weekly Closeout: Adidas headquarters searched, Amazon starts selling cars

    The activewear brand is under investigation for tax and customs compliance, while the e-commerce giant is offering Hyundai cars through Amazon Autos.

    By Retail Dive Staff • Dec. 13, 2024