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https://www.marketingdive.com/news/Best-Buy-Roku-retail-media-networks-CTV/644698/
A new partnership will allow Roku advertisers to target, measure and optimize campaigns based on first-party shopper insights from the retailer.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/nikes-womens-business-grows-by-double-digits-in-2019/557887/
"It's hard to overstate how important this year has been to the evolution of the women's offense at Nike," CEO Mark Parker...
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/retailers-at-risk-of-bankruptcy-2023/694548/
From Joann and Rite Aid to Petco and The Container Store, here’s who’s most at risk in the next 12 months.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/tiktok-shop-drives-social-commerce-growth/807665/
The platform’s sales are forecast to surpass $20 billion next year, and reach over $30 billion in 2028, according to Emarketer.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/rei-vice-president-stores-operations-mary-farrel-tarbox/634485/
Mary-Farrel Tarbox joins REI with more than 30 years of retail experience, including at Crate and Barrel and Bed Bath & Beyond.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/pacsun-opens-first-stores-twenty-years-foot-traffic-growth/808369/
The apparel retailer, which is also expanding abroad for the first time next year, sees its physical locations as “cultural touchpoints.”
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/coty-procter-gamble-vet-executive-chair-interim-ceo-sue-nabi-exits/808487/
Markus Strobel’s appointment comes days after the beauty giant sold its remaining stake in hair care brand Wella for $750 million.
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https://www.marketingdive.com/news/retail-brands-tiktok-shops-rise-brings-viral-success-disruption/809436/
At NRF, executives described major sales wins while acknowledging the social commerce feature is shaking up several retail fundamentals.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/sports-retailers-struggle-with-systemic-culture-problems/542088/
Allegations against several companies — including Nike, Under Armour and Adidas — raise questions about the root causes of a spate of recent claims.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/lululemon-creative-director-phil-dickinson-dies/650377/
Dickinson, who arrived at the retailer last year as global creative director, was “nothing short of brilliant,” Chief Product Officer Sun Choe wrote.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/target-debuts-ai-holiday-gift-finder/805249/
Shoppers can enter details like age and interests to generate unique recommendations — just one of several tech updates during the season.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/consumer-joy-deficit-holiday-season-retail-marketing/807615/
Prices are high, shoppers are stressed out and anxiety-inducing marketing doesn’t help. Here’s what retailers can do instead.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/amazon-returns-returnless-resolutions-dashboard/806886/
The e-commerce giant introduced another way for sellers to determine "keep it" returns eligibility and launched a dashboard with returns...
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/pandoras-ceo-berta-de-pablos-barbier/808246/
Chief Marketing Officer Berta de Pablos-Barbier, who was originally set to start the chief executive position in March, will now take on the role Jan. 1.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/3-trends-that-pushed-beauty-retailers-to-new-heights-in-2018/543600/
As a category, beauty is often highlighted for its fresh retail approach, and this year was a big one for renovations and revamps.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/target-adds-nike-innovation-chief-john-hoke-board-directors/810358/
The mass retailer — which is undergoing a turnaround effort — also appointed the former CEO of HanesBrands to the board of directors.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/burlington-store-refresh-initiative/757878/
The off-price retailer is halfway done refreshing its fleet with an open layout, organized aisles and bold signage.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/zales-debuts-next-gen-retail-concept-the-edit/808595/
The locations feature customization areas, consultations and a digital companion tool that connects customers to the jewelry brand’s full in-store assortment.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/nrf-expects-record-number-super-saturday-shoppers-christmas/808130/
Of those who plan to shop, nearly half will do so both online and in stores, with department stores and discount retailers among the top destinations.
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https://resources.industrydive.com/how-ugc-helped-boost-conversions-for-dole-packaged-foods?utm_source=SMT&utm_medium=Library&utm_campaign=Bazaarvoice
This playbook explores how Dole Packaged Foods thoughtfully crafted a review program that lead to a 64% conversion rate lift among shoppers who engaged with...
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/ulta-beauty-chief-marketing-officer-michelle-crossan-matos-exits/738162/
Michelle Crossan-Matos is the latest executive to announce a departure, after CEO Dave Kimbell stepped down earlier this month and Chief Merchandising...
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/allbirds-delisting-notice-nasdaq-stock-market/712669/
The footwear brand’s stock traded at less than $1 for 30 consecutive days and the company has until Sept. 30 to regain compliance.
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https://www.marketingdive.com/news/how-rising-retail-brands-use-influencers-to-combat-digital-overload/809305/
At NRF’s Big Show, execs from Mejuri, Coterie and Beyond Yoga emphasized the power of community in amplifying brand messages and viral moments.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/adidas-names-new-hr-chief/586675/
The previous head of HR, Karen Parkin, left in June after employees reportedly asked the company to investigate her approach to workplace racial issues.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/whp-global-acquires-controlling-stake-lands-end/810469/
The apparel brand, which has explored strategic options since March, will continue to be in charge of its operations.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/saks-global-stuck-is-bankruptcy-inevitable/760454/
The fourth quarter is pivotal for almost any retailer, but especially one that has a lot to prove to vendors, investors and customers. Some observers see a...
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/vuori-investment-profitability-sales-gains/733793/
A recent $825 million fundraise from General Atlantic and Stripes tipped the brand into the $5 billion valuation range. Investor Jon Kossow says the company...
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/scan-and-go-extended-costco-experience/808108/
The company is working to strengthen its fundamentals with its membership card scanners, CEO Ron Vachris said. “This isn’t about technology for...
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/sephora-reveals-the-next-big-thing/559167/
New end caps will feature up-and-coming makeup brands, and should be fully rolled out by the holidays.
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https://www.cstoredive.com/news/lula-convenience-joins-gilbarcos-passport-retail-platform/642362/
The partnership lets retailers update items in their POS system and sync those updates across delivery channels automatically.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/dicks-sporting-goods-names-foot-locker-leadership-team-acquisition-closes/759491/
Among them, a 26-year Nike veteran will be president of Foot Locker North America and PepsiCo’s chief sports officer will be chief of marketing.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/ulta-promotes-4-high-level-execs/569337/
Reorganization at the beauty retailer has led to a new chief marketing officer, chief merchandising officer, chief digital officer and head of international.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/gen-z-reshaping-holiday-marketing/805979/
The cohort’s reliance on social media and influencers for product discovery remains, while new levels of comfort with retail media and AI take shape.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/thred-up-tests-peer-to-peer-resale-marketplace-growth-opportunity/804629/
CEO James Reinhart believes he has the answers to the model’s oft-repeated challenges, including low-quality items, unverified sellers and difficult returns.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/70-of-brands-use-instagram-influencers/506164/
Although the ROI of influencers has been hotly debated, L2 found they drive much higher engagement rates than do brand accounts.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/report-nike-shutting-down-9-wholesale-accounts-in-shift-to-dtc/584106/
Among those closing are Belk, Dillard's and Zappos, according to an analyst note from Susquehanna Financial Group.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/adidas-raises-guidance-yeezy-kanye-west-sales/696972/
The athletics retailer, which now projects an operating loss of 100 million euros for the year, said its core business also did better than expected in Q3.
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https://www.grocerydive.com/news/kroger-svp-retail-divisions-victor-smith-grocery-supermarkets/809597/
Victor Smith, who joined Kroger in 1983 as a courtesy clerk, is moving up to the role after serving as president of the grocer’s Atlanta Division.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/vietnam-factory-closures-cause-nike-to-cancel-130m-units/616419/
Those factories are now operational and Nike has returned to 80% of its weekly production volume pre-closure, executives said.
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https://www.cfodive.com/news/retail-sales-fall-adding-signs-economy-cooling-hot-q3-growth-inflation-recession-Target-Home-Depot/699970/
Gradual declines in consumer spending, hiring and inflation suggest that the Federal Reserve may achieve a “soft landing” for the economy.
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https://www.digitalshelfinstitute.org/a-retail-media/pdp-silo-busting
As long listeners of this podcast know, there’s few things that tick us off more than the retail media team and ecommerce team, and even supply chain, not...
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/secondhand-sales-growth-miscellaneous-retail-segment/808063/
Wells Fargo economists suspect that sales of used items helped push sales at “miscellaneous retailers” up more than 8% in the last 10 months.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/home-depot-ecommerce-distribution-delivery-speed-strategy/808361/
The home improvement retailer has built an expansive network of distribution centers for faster deliveries. It's now looking to maximize the potential...
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/rei-shutters-experiences-business-cuts-hundreds-jobs-layoffs/736901/
More than 400 employees will be let go as part of the decision. CEO Eric Artz said the 40-year-old experiences division was unprofitable.
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https://globest-resources.globest.com/free/w_defa9687/prgm.cgi?a=1
Free Report to Discretionary Spending in 2025: A Deep Dive into Retail Trends. Economic headwinds are shaping consumer choices. This report uses foot traffic...
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/ulta-beauty-lost-market-share-sales-decline-turnaround/742560/
As part of a wide-ranging turnaround, the beauty retailer is launching a marketplace, expanding its wellness offering and fixing up stores.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/clarks-store-concept-cloudsteppers/808021/
Cloudsteppers, known for its flip-flops for women, is expanding to become lifestyle-focused with more store openings on the way.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/amazon-agentic-ai-seller-assistant-inventory-management-shipments/760501/
An enhanced version of the e-commerce giant’s Seller Assistant tool can flag slow-moving products, product safety violations and compliance requirements.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/the-bare-truth-why-meundies-grew-its-sizing-and-style-options/559775/
Founder and CEO Jonathan Shokrian hopes to address customer feedback on fit with extended sizing and a new female-focused line.
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https://www.paymentsdive.com/news/cfpb-consumer-financial-protection-bureau-credit-card-rewards/735904/
The federal agency warned companies issuing credit cards about illegal tactics, specifically calling out promotions that turn into “bait-and-switch”...
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/walmart-ceo-doug-mcmillon-retail-legacy-leaves-behind/806043/
Digital sales jumped 27% globally in Q3 and the U.S. channel is poised to turn a profit this year, demonstrating a core aspect of the exiting...
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/sephora-to-open-850-kohls-shop-in-shops-in-break-with-jc-penney/589896/
By 2023, the beauty retailer will be winding down its partnership with one department store and ramping up its deal with another.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/dollar-tree-attracts-high-income-consumers-sales-growth-q3/806885/
The discount retailer attracted even more wealthy shoppers in Q3, though overall store traffic declined for the first time since fiscal year 2022.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/podcast-the-backroom-doug-stephens-2026-predictions-ai-malls/808252/
The retail strategy adviser talks about trust in the age of emerging AI and the industry’s potential to shape our society.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/google-delivers-new-ai-shopping-tools-in-time-for-the-holidays/805683/
The features include price tracking and the ability for AI to call stores to ask if products are in-stock.
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https://www.retaildive.com/trendline/state-retail-operations/500/?utm_source=RD&utm_medium=Library&utm_campaign=Ericsson
Retail industry news, voices and jobs. Optimized for your mobile phone.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/adidas-aims-for-dtc-to-be-50-of-sales-by-2025/596509/
A new four-year strategy is predicated on doubling e-commerce sales, building up an athleisure offering and refocusing on women, among other things.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/in-reversal-aways-steph-korey-to-take-on-co-ceo-role/570317/
Former Lululemon executive Stuart Haselden was previously tapped to take over as CEO, but he will now share that responsibility with Korey.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/foot-locker-nike-jordan-home-court-basketball-revamped-store-concept-new-york-city/724836/
The “Home Court” space is the result of a “shared vision” between the athletics retailer and Nike, but it still features other major brands.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/nike-sales-fall-rebuild-wholesale-partnerships/736175/
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.
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https://www.grocerydive.com/news/ahold-delhaize-usa-new-retail-media-senior-vice-president-/692580/
Bobby Watts will step into the newly created role overseeing the retail media team’s growth. Bernadette Van Osdal also joined the team as vice president...
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/chicago-marathon-retail-brand-activations-nike-on/805325/
Over 54,000 runners recently participated in the Chicago Marathon, with some 1.7 million spectators lining the streets. They came to race — and to shop.
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https://www.grocerydive.com/news/retail-tech-provider-swiftly-raises-100m/620094/
The company, which helps drive digital shoppers to grocery stores, plans to expand its workforce by about 50%, said Chief Technology Officer Sean Turner.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/walmart-grinch-whoknewville-holiday-marketing-campaign/805729/
The Dr. Seuss icon, played by Walton Goggins, appears in new ads and a Times Square takeover showcasing deals on products like the Switch 2.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/ulta-lowers-guidance-on-weak-cosmetics-market/562046/
CEO Mary Dillon said cosmetics, which makes up about 50% of the retailer's business, has been "challenged" in the U.S. market...
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/macys-flagship-chicago-turnaround-progress-state-street-loop/808236/
Merchandising and customer service at the State Street flagship are the best they’ve been in 15 years, Evercore ISI analysts report.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/apparel-sales-rebound-despite-tariffs-consumer-anxiety/807642/
Several clothing retailers beat expectations in Q3, possibly fueled by consumers’ ongoing shift away from their pandemic-era wardrobes.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/surveillance-pricing-ripping-off-loyalty-program-customers/808109/
If customers thought “that loyalty data were being consumed for that purpose, they would opt out of loyalty,” said Brierley loyalty consultant Don Smith.
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https://resources.industrydive.com/take-control-of-returns?utm_source=RD&utm_medium=Library&utm_campaign=PitneyBowes
This essential webinar will walk retailers through the opportunities available to them to take greater control of returns, prevent fraud, and save costs while...
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/beauty-brands-files-chapter-11/545535/
Absolute Beauty's bid, for $4.65 million, would keep 23 stores open and is one of the preferred choices by the retailer's unsecured creditors.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/williams-sonoma-tests-ads-chatgpt-generative-ai-product-discovery/812107/
The home retailer is partnering with OpenAI to reach customers at decision-making moments and enhance product discovery.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/walmart-back-to-school-pricing-2025/753070/
The retailer brought back its one-click school lunch basket and also announced the launch of private label tween brand Weekend Academy.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/lululemon-enters-six-international-markets-greece-austria-india-2026/808480/
The athletics retailer is expanding its international presence as it executes on a turnaround plan, which includes finding its next leader.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/sephora-names-nike-veteran-xia-ding-managing-director-greater-china/713304/
Xia Ding spent five years at the activewear giant and also brings experience from HanesBrands and JD.com.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/lululemon-black-friday-revenue-sales-grow/638426/
The brand is already outpacing its five-year growth expectations and appears untouched by inflation.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/adidas-talks-puma-bjorn-gulden-chief-executive-officer/635914/
Kasper Rorsted is set to step down from the position in 2023, and Puma has already named Gulden’s replacement come January.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/target-price-cuts-three-thousand-groceries-essentials/805293/
The price cuts come as food affordability remains a top concern for consumers, especially with the holiday season nearing.
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https://www.retaildive.com/news/sporting-goods-athletics-inflation-inventory-level-challenges/705965/
2024 will be a mixed year for the athletics sector, according to the World Federation of the Sporting Goods Industry and McKinsey & Company.
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