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75K stores could shutter by 2026
Expect more store closures as retail sales growth slows and e-commerce takes a greater share, according to a note from UBS analysts.
By Daphne Howland • April 9, 2019 -
Wayfair to launch livestreaming service on Way Day
It is the company's second year hosting the sales event, which points to a larger trend of retailers creating shopping holidays.
By Caroline Jansen • April 8, 2019 -
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TrendlineWhat's shaping the e-commerce landscape?
From pivots in digital strategies to challenges retailers must overcome with reverse logistics, here are some of the forces shaping online retail.
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If March Madness had a retail bracket
We would need a much bigger bracket to account for all the retailers we cover, but here are a few rankings of major companies we're watching and where they might get seeded.
By Cara Salpini • April 8, 2019 -
Rent the Runway expands into kids
The company also announced the launch of "Extra Spots," allowing the unlimited addition of items to members' Unlimited and Update accounts.
By Daphne Howland • April 5, 2019 -
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More than half of consumers shop online and offline equally
Mobile is becoming the medium of choice for online shoppers, according to a March Periscope by McKinsey report.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 5, 2019 -
CNBC: Amazon demotes private label ads
The change to the private label product ads comes as major tech companies face regulatory scrutiny by public officials and rival brands.
By Erica Sweeney • April 5, 2019 -
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Reebok
'It was embarrassing': Why Reebok's digital strategy changed
Global Head of Digital Matt Blonder took over a website that was "angry," "dark" and "hyper masculine." Now, the retailer is addressing those problems.
By Cara Salpini • April 4, 2019 -
Amazon partnership delivering returns for Kohl's
Providing a service to Amazon customers may be bringing sales and shoppers to Kohl's stores, according to Earnest Research.
By Daphne Howland • April 4, 2019 -
Reebok
Reebok kicks up 1st loyalty program
The athletics brand also announced a new digital strategy, which includes a complete website redesign in the next month.
By Cara Salpini • April 3, 2019 -
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Charlotte Russe sells off its brands as all stores shutter
New owner Mamiye will sell the Peek Kids label online and through wholesale, while fashion company YM takes over its flagship.
By Daphne Howland • April 1, 2019 -
Christian bookseller LifeWay shuttering all locations
The organization in January decided to shrink its brick-and-mortar footprint, but more recently chose to eliminate it entirely to focus on digital sales.
By Daphne Howland • April 1, 2019 -
Bed Bath & Beyond reportedly lays off almost 150
As the home goods retailer this week also sparred with three activist investors, it said that the layoffs reflect a new focus on e-commerce.
By Daphne Howland • March 29, 2019 -
SImon Property Group
Simon adds e-commerce site to its portfolio
While not even CEO David Simon seems to expect many sales through the mall developer's fifth platform, experts say it's nevertheless an innovative move.
By Daphne Howland • March 27, 2019 -
Square challenges Shopify with e-commerce tools for small businesses
The point-of-sale platform is putting its Weebly acquisition to use by revamping its Square Online Store and Square for Retail products.
By Daphne Howland • March 26, 2019 -
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Rent the Runway sashays to unicorn status
The startup's latest investment round raised $125 million, pushing the company to a $1 billion valuation.
By Daphne Howland • March 22, 2019 -
Grayson
Grayson launches as DTC and wholesale brand
The women's shirts brand debuted online and in Anthropologie and Nordstrom stores last week.
By Corinne Ruff • March 21, 2019 -
West Elm emerges as Williams-Sonoma's best growth option
E-commerce is also growing fast, and accounted for over half of the company's total revenues last year.
By Caroline Jansen • March 21, 2019 -
Amazon launches private label skincare line
With its penchant for developing its own brands, it's no surprise the e-commerce player would get into the heated beauty category.
By Daphne Howland • March 20, 2019 -
73% of online shoppers click on Amazon product ads while browsing
Nearly 90% of all consumers and 96% of Prime members are more likely to purchase from the e-commerce giant than other sites, according to a new report by Feedvisor.
By Erica Sweeney • March 20, 2019 -
Nordstrom's Trunk Club adds Your Picks basics to boxes
The styling service's move follows rival Stitch Fix's similar introduction last year of add-ons like underwear, basics and accessories.
By Daphne Howland • March 20, 2019 -
With private brands, Amazon plays the long game
Contrary to recent reports, competitors probably shouldn't count on the idea that the e-retailer's private and exclusive labels are struggling.
By Daphne Howland • March 19, 2019 -
Webgility
Only 7% of retailers offer a shared cart across channels
Omnichannel is evolving toward real-time shopping experiences, but most retailers are hesitating, according to a study by BRP.
By Dan O'Shea • March 19, 2019 -
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Bold Metrics debuts Smart Size Chart to reduce online returns
Amid new thinking about sizing practices, the company is using technology to help shoppers find the best fit.
By Dan O'Shea • March 19, 2019 -
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Sponsored by StackAdapt/CuebiqLeverage key events to drive shoppers in-store
Are you leveraging key events to drive your customers in-store? Learn how to win at retail, all year.
March 18, 2019
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