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Mosaic Brands unlikely to repay suppliers and landlords

Inside Retail

Mosaic Brands will unlikely be able to pay its creditors, including suppliers and landlords, for goods and services supplied before October 28 last year, when the fashion retailer entered administration and receivership. Even secured creditors look to be out of pocket. “There is not expected to be sufficient funds from the realisation of assets to pay amounts owed to secured creditors in full,” said FTI Consulting, the voluntary administrators of Mosaic Brands.

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Scaling Store Experiences: 4 Lessons from Rekon Retail

Retail TouchPoints

For Rebekah Kondrat, retail is magic. A great experience, like a physical retail environment, can change someones day, she said in an interview with Retail TouchPoints. Thats why Kondrat and the entire team at Rekon Retail focus on creating this retail magic for consumers by helping growing brands develop the vision for their brick-and-mortar experiences.

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In-N-Out Burger Announces Closure of Orange County Headquarters After 30 Years Amidst Tennessee Expansion

Retail Wire

In-N-Out Burger has announced that it is closing its Orange County headquarters after 30 years amidst reports that the Southern California fast-food favorite is making its mark in Tennessee.

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Virtual and Augmented Reality will be the most adopted technologies by B2B manufacturers as they target growth in 2025, Akeneo data reveals

Retail Focus

Nearly half (48%) of British B2B manufacturers will prioritise strategic investment in Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR / VR) technologies in 2025 in order to meet demands from Business-to-Business (B2B) buyers seeking digital buying journeys that mimic Business-to-Consumer (B2C) experiences, according to research by Akeneo , the Product Experience (PX) Company.

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🚀Future-Proof Your Salesforce B2C Commerce: Modernization Strategies Inside!

Outdated platforms are costing you sales. Legacy platforms like Salesforce SiteGenesis and SFRA can slow innovation, increase maintenance costs, and frustrate customers. This playbook provides a strategic roadmap to modernizing your Salesforce B2C Commerce platform using a composable approach to transition to faster, scalable, and flexible e-commerce solutions —without disrupting your business.

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In-Store Retail Media for Private-Label Brands

Tokinomo

Private-label brands are reshaping the retail landscape. Known for affordability and quality, these brands are thriving, driven by shifting consumer priorities and economic considerations. As private-label sales continue to rise, in-store retail media is emerging as a key tool for retailers to connect with shoppers, highlight their unique offerings, and drive engagement in both physical and digital environments.

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Chevron Layoffs: Workforce Reduction of Up to 20%

Retail Wire

Chevron is laying off roughly 8,000 workers.

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Dupe Culture Goes Mainstream Even as Brands Seek to Differentiate the ‘Real’ Thing

Retail TouchPoints

Copies of branded items, particularly those with higher price tags, have been around for scores (possibly hundreds) of years, but until fairly recently they carried a whiff of shame that was reflected in one of their names: knockoffs. Traditionally, consumers bought them to get the benefit of wearing a near-enough copy of a luxury item they desired without having to sell a kidney to pay for it.

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Underwear brand Step One launches in John Lewis stores across the UK

Retail Focus

Step One, the innovative and sustainable underwear brand renowned for its comfort, breathability, and eco-friendly materials, is expanding into John Lewis stores across the UK. Following Step Ones rapid growth in popularity worldwide, this exciting new retail partnership will continue to solidify the brands position as reshaping the future of underwear.

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Valentine’s Day 2025 trends: Consumers shift from traditional lingerie to practical and creative gifting

A1 Retail

Less traditional gifting sectors seeing surge as DIY grows 329 percent Sales of lingerie dropped 40 percent Arts and crafts AOV up 36 percent as Brits get crafty Valentines Day shopping in 2025 has seen a dramatic shift in consumer behaviour, with traditional lingerie purchases plummeting while practical, arts, and experience-driven gifts surge. According to data from eCommerce provider Visualsoft , shoppers are moving away from conventional romantic gifting and prioritising DIY, home furnishing

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Waste Management Reducing 5,000 Jobs by 2026, Will Lean on Technology

Retail Wire

Waste Management is investing in AI and other technology to automate some jobs.

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Protect Your Businesss Online Reputation with These Expert Tips

In today's digital world, your online reputation can make or break your business. Protecting it requires proactive strategies, from monitoring customer reviews and social media mentions to responding professionally and showcasing positive feedback. This guide will help you establish a strong online presence, address negative comments effectively, and leverage SEO to highlight your best qualities.

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Logan SuperCentre in Brisbane sold for $115 million

Inside Retail

Centuria Capital Group has acquired the Logan SuperCentre in Brisbane’s south for $115 million, which CBRE says is the biggest large format retail (LFR) deal in Australia in more than two years. “This transaction demonstrates the continued demand and ready liquidity for well-located, LFR assets that provide in-built fixed annual rental income in addition to strategic landholdings,” said Simon Rooney from CBRE.

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Steve Madden Buys Kurt Geiger for $364.1 Million

Retail TouchPoints

Steve Madden has entered a definitive agreement to purchase UK-based Kurt Geiger footwear and accessories brand for 289 million ($364.1 million ) in cash from a group led by private equity firm Cinven. Kurt Geiger is on an expansion path in North America; the company opened its fourth U.S. store last month , with another five in development and plans to eventually operate 50 locations in the region.

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High-flying favourite: Breitling lands City debut at Liverpool ONE

Retail Focus

Liverpool ONE has announced that luxury Swiss watchmaker, Breitling , has made its city debut at Liverpool ONE, launching in a showcase space alongside Paradise Streets line-up of flagship stores from leading international retailers. The newly opened Breitling showcases the global watchmakers refined selection of timepieces in a 3,200 sq ft, double-height unit, joining Liverpool ONEs selection of luxury jewellery retailers including Goldsmiths, David M Robinson, and Swarovski.

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Joann to close more than 500 stores

Retail Dive

The crafts retailer, which received no buyer interest in the locations, could liquidate entirely if a sale to Gordon Brothers comes to fruition.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.

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Denny’s Is Closing Dozens More Restaurants in 2025. Here’s What We Know

Retail Wire

Denny's is planning more closures than previously thought.

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Adore Beauty’s trading profit doubles on small sales increase

Inside Retail

Adore Beauty Group posted higher earnings before interest and taxes in the fiscal first half ended December 31. The beauty retailer’s EBIT soared 98 per cent year over year to $4.7 million, with an EBITDA margin of 4.5 per cent. Sales rose 2.3 per cent to $103 million, and the company achieved a record gross margin of 36.2 per cent. However, its net profit attributable to shareholders declined 36.6 per cent to $628,000 after including one-off restructuring and acquisition costs of $2.2 mil

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Digital PR: Where Beauty Challengers can Steal the Spotlight from Established Brands

Retail TouchPoints

Whether big or small in scale, influencer campaigns have had proven success in raising a beauty brands profile and driving sales, especially among younger generations scrolling through TikTok for the lowdown on the latest aesthetic. However, for challenger brands, these pay-to-play’ spaces are dominated by household names with bigger budgets that ensure them (and their products) a larger share of voice.

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Delivery management platform, Scurri, increased its total shipments processed by +33% YOY to €16.5 billion Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) in 2024

Retail Focus

Delivery management platform and post-purchase experience provider, Scurri , today reported a record-breaking performance in 2024, announcing it had processed 154 million shipments through its platform last year, increasing from 115 million in 2023. Scurri facilitated a Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) of total shipments of 16.5 billion, up from 12.35 billion the previous year.

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The Evolving Retailers Fulfillment Strategy: Meeting Demands with Agility

Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja

Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever

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Nike launches brand with Kim Kardashian’s Skims

Retail Dive

NikeSkims will be available this spring with an assortment of training apparel, footwear and accessories.

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Americans Are Struggling To Pay Their Debt

Retail Wire

American consumer debt reached an all-time high of $18.04 trillion.

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New products help propel Baby Bunting profit surge

Inside Retail

Baby Bunting’s net profit surged amid higher revenue in the first half as a new product range lifted the average selling price and gross margin. The baby products retailer saw statutory net profit soar 45.3 per cent to $3.9 million and revenue rise 2.4 per cent to $254.4 million with comparable sales growth of 2.2 per cent. Gross margin improved to 39.8 per cent, and the company said it is on track to reach 40 per cent for the full year.

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Nike Partners with Skims to Produce Sculpting Activewear

Retail TouchPoints

Nike and Kim Kardashians Skims have teamed up to launch the NikeSKIMS line of sculpting performance activewear. The first NikeSKIMS collection will debut in the U.S. this spring, available online and in select retail locations, with a global rollout that also will include footwear and accessories planned for 2026. The new brand merges Nikes embrace of innovation, sport science and athlete insights with Skims obsession with the female form and pioneering approach to creating solutions for all typ

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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C4 Performance energy unveils new flavour addition to its Millions range

Retail Focus

C4 Energy, the fastest growing energy brand in the UK* , has expanded its range with leading confectionary brand, Millions Sweets, and launched a brand new flavour, Millions Apple. After over 3 million consumers experienced the flavourful explosion of C4 Energy and Millions Sweets in 2024, Millions Apple marks the next wave of the partnership. Building on the success of Bubblegum and Strawberry flavours, the new refreshingly crisp Apple flavour continues to revolutionise the performance energy d

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Trademark Property Co. Plans to Break Ground on Mixed-Use Development in Cypress, Texas

Shopping Center

Cypress, Texas Fort Worth-based Trademark Property Co. plans to break ground on a mixed-use retail and restaurant district in the Dunham Pointe Development, a 1,300-acre master-planned community in the… The post Trademark Property Co. Plans to Break Ground on Mixed-Use Development in Cypress, Texas appeared first on Shopping Center Business.

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Elon Musk Announces Launch of Grok 3 Chatbot: ‘Smartest AI on Earth,’ ‘Scary Smart’

Retail Wire

Elon Musk recently announced the launch of Grok 3, a new LLM / GenAI model.

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Vietnamese coffee chain Trung Nguyen to launch first store in Australia 

Inside Retail

Vietnamese coffee chain Trung Nguyen is continuing its global expansion, opening its first store in Australia next month. The 400sqm store on Melbourne’s Courtney Street will feature a retail corner, a coffee-tasting area, and a cafe space. In addition, customers can experience the three coffee cultures the company has identified and showcases in its flagship Vietnam stores: Ottoman, Roman and Zen.

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Modernizing the Frontend Experience on Salesforce Commerce Cloud

Unlock agility, boost performance, and gain control over your Salesforce frontend with the latest masterclass from Composable.com : Modernizing the Frontend Experience on Salesforce Commerce Cloud Featuring experts from Algolia, Ember, Netlify, and Stripe, this masterclass focuses on practical strategies for optimizing your Salesforce Commerce Cloud storefronts using modern composable commerce integrations.

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Leveraging Voice-Directed Picking to Optimize Multichannel Fulfillment

Retail TouchPoints

The pressures on retailers to seamlessly fulfill orders across physical stores, online platforms and mobile apps continue to intensify. Whether shipping directly to customers’ homes, enabling curbside pickup or restocking store shelves, consistently improving speed, accuracy and adaptability is crucial for meeting shopper expectations and maintaining market share.

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Wi-Fi 7’s Multi-Link Operation (MLO) Dissection—from Packets to Performance

Cisco Retail

Wi-Fi 7s STR MLO mode allows devices to transmit and receive data across multiple bands simultaneously. Learn how this improves throughput to make Wi-Fi 7 ideal for bandwidth-intensive applications.

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Tesco axes 150 items from Aldi price match campaign

Retail Gazette

Tesco has cut 150 products from its Aldi price match campaign as part of changes to its verification process. The number of products covered by the grocer’s price match dropped from 790 in August 2024 to around 645 this week, according to data from IPLC partner Paul Stainton. The UK’s biggest supermarket attributed the drop to a recent change to its methodology used to decide if an item can be included, The Grocer reported.

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Carnival Cruise Line Announces New Weekly Cruise for Wanderlust Passengers. Here Are the Details

Retail Wire

Carnival Cruise Line passengers can now sign up for a weekly cruise out of Norfolk, Virginia.

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5 Tips to Build a Strong Web Presence for Your Small Business

Creating a solid web presence is crucial for small business success in today's digital world. This blog covers five essential tips to help you build and strengthen your online presence. Learn how to create a professional website, optimize it for search engines, and leverage social media to engage with your audience. We'll also guide you on the importance of local listings and how to maintain a consistent brand across all platforms.