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Scarred by the 2008 Recession and COVID, 48% of Gen Z Frequently Shops at Discount Stores

Retail TouchPoints

That sense of unease is to be expected from a cohort shaped by both the 2008-2009 Great Recession and the COVID pandemic, and it’s had a big impact on their shopping choices: nearly half ( 48% ) say they shop the most often at discount/off-price retailers, and 25% frequently patronize dollar stores.

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Wrangler, M&S, Anthropologie and More Mark Earth Day with New Sustainability Initiatives

Retail TouchPoints

Anthropologie customers will be able to participate in the giving through roundup at checkout donations in all stores worldwide throughout the month of April. In 2008, we launched Shwopping to support customers to give a second home to their preloved clothing, and we’re now expanding [through this new] partnership with Oxfam.”

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Former Coles CEO Ian McLeod reflects on a transformative career in retail

Inside Retail

McLeod drove change at UK supermarket group Asda in the UK ahead of its sale to Walmart, was chief merchandise officer and board member of Walmart Germany from 2000-01, led the turnaround of Halfords, the UK auto parts chain prior to its float – and then took the helm of Coles in Australia for five years from 2008.

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Decjuba: From effortless, accessible fashion to effortless, accessible delivery

Inside Retail

When Decjuba was born in 2008, it was with a mission to make effortless fashion accessible. Moreover, half of shoppers won’t return to a brand if they experience poor delivery. As it grew, it was essential to never lose sight of its mission. For example, delivery options and shipping fees are crucial in shoppers’ decisions.

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The Future of Brick-and-Mortar Stores in 2025

Retail Bound

For major retailers, physical stores serve as hubs for customer engagement, offering services like in-store pickups and returns. Smart shelves, RFID technology, and cashier-less checkout systems streamline operations and enhance customer convenience. Have you considered launching your product brand in retail?

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Jason & Scot Show Episode 314 – Lovesac Founder and CEO Shawn Nelson

Retail Geek

TV is dead, headline from 2008. Like, and so like when you’re thinking about like a time horizon for LTV, and you guys have a very good return on your CAC, but compared to most companies, your CAC still is really high, right?

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Asda workers ‘on the cusp of justice’ after landmark equal pay ruling

Retail Gazette

A recent decision by the Manchester Employment Tribunal has concluded that many roles typically held by women including checkout assistants, customer service representatives, and shop floor assistants are of “equal value” to the better-paid warehouse positions, largely staffed by men.