5 shipping myths, busted
Retail Dive
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Think one carrier is enough? These five shipping myths might be costing you time, money, and customers.
Retail Dive
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Think one carrier is enough? These five shipping myths might be costing you time, money, and customers.
Retail TouchPoints
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Following a year when Skechers generated record sales of $8.97 billion , a 12.5% increase over 2023, the footwear brand plans to continue its aggressive store expansion in 2025 by opening 180 to 200 locations. Skechers opened its 5,000 th store in Bogot, Colombia in February 2024 , at which time Skechers President Michael Greenberg said the brand was on its way to a total of 10,000 stores.
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Inside Retail
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
New Zealand’s Commerce Commission is seeking opinions to help it decide whether or not to grant clearance to Woolworths proposed acquisition of Beak & Johnston. In its preliminary statement, the Commerce Commission outlines the key competition issues it considers important in making the decision. At this stage, we consider our investigation will likely focus on whether the Proposed Acquisition would be likely to substantially lessen competition in the relevant market (or markets) due t
Retail TouchPoints
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Cybercriminals are increasingly employing social engineering tactics to catch people when theyre exercising what psychologist Daniel Kahneman calls System 1 thinking : A mode of cognitive processing characterized by making quick decisions and judgments based on patterns and experiences. Many of us have shared the following experience: Youre going about your day when you receive a text saying your package from Amazon couldnt be delivered and you need to log into your account to resolve the issue.
Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar
Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.
Inside Retail
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Yum China Holdings, the operator of KFC and Pizza Hut in China, defied economic headwinds, delivering record-breaking revenue and significant expansion last year. The companys strong performance led to a 5.1 per cent rise in its Hong Kong-listed shares to HKD382.80 (US$49.15) last Friday, while its New York-listed stock soared 9.1 per cent to $49.65.
Retail TouchPoints
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
A consortium of private investors led by the current CEO and President of Southeastern Grocers Inc. , along with C&S Wholesale Grocers , has acquired Southeastern Grocers and its Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket banners. Southeastern Grocers (SEG) had been sold to Aldi in August 2023 , an acquisition that was completed in March 2024. Financial terms of the current deal were not disclosed.
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Retail Gazette
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Lidl has announced a market-leading pay increase for 28,000 of its hourly-paid colleagues, with the new rates coming into effect in March 2025. Entry-level pay at the German discounter will rise to 12.75 nationally, up from 12.40 and increasing to 13.65 with length of service. Meanwhile, in London, new starters will see pay rates go up to 14.00, increasing to 14.35 over time.
Retail Wire
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Taco Bell keeps the flavor coming.
Retail Gazette
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
JD Sports has earned a place on the CDP Climate A list for 2024 as a result of its environmental efforts. CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project) is a global non-profit organisation that monitors the environmental performance, and in particular the carbon emissions, of companies. The sportswear retailer earned its place on the Climate A list in recognition of its status as a leader in environmental transparency and action.
Retail Wire
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
The FDA's donut recall affects more than 2 million pastries across the U.S. and Canada.
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AI agents already analyze trends, draft content, and trigger actions across leading commerce platforms. Yet most organizations still rely on workflows built for human‑only teams, losing speed, margin, and customer loyalty. Humans + Agents: Rethinking Enterprise Commerce in the Age of AI Collaboration shows how to close that gap. In one concise read you’ll see where agent gains surface first, how early adopters prove ROI, and which lean controls keep innovation moving without risking data or bran
A1 Retail
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
IKEA is creating 150 jobs to steward its most innovative city store to date, opening Spring 2025 In an overwhelming response, IKEA has received 3,730 applications in just six days for its highly anticipated Oxford Street store. The exceptional interest in the 150 available positions marks the largest-ever response the home furnishing retailer has seen in the UK, shattering all previous recruitment records.
Retail Wire
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Sonic Drive-In has released a whole new line of Valentine's themed clothing.
LS Retail
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
iStock/David Johnson What's affecting me, my clients, my colleagues and other global small business owners: This week before Valentine's Day, put your heart health first. Stressed out? Put these skills to work to boost mood and reduce anxiety. Quote of the week: We all want things we can't have. Being a decent human being is accepting that." John Fowles Just a few hours of yoga can greatly reduce stress.
Wiser
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
When competing in today’s retail landscape, understanding the subtleties of pricing strategies across major retailers is not just importantit’s essential for staying ahead. Our latest report, “Pricing Strategies Unveiled,” provides an in-depth analysis of in-store and online pricing across major US retailers that could transform the way you approach pricing within your organization.
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Category Management is a cornerstone of a successful retail strategy. While it promotes collaboration between manufacturers and retailers to optimize category performance, challenges persist in its effective implementation due to hurdles in communication and collaboration across teams and partners, and more. In this guide, we outline five essential strategies for success in 2025 that will touch on all the essential pieces of a successful strategy and implementation.
365 Retail
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Lidl has announced a market-leading pay increase for 28,000 hourly-paid colleagues, with new rates coming into effect in March 2025. Entry-level pay will rise to 12.75 nationally, up from 12.40 and increasing to 13.65 with length of service. Meanwhile, in London, new starters will see pay rates go up to 14.00, increasing to 14.35 over time. These new hourly rates come in ahead of the governments updated National Living Wage (NLW) in April, exceeding it by over 50p.
A1 Retail
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Iceland Foods has been awarded the Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award, recognising its ongoing commitment to delivering world-class customer experience. The Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award is an independent seal of excellence, granted only to businesses that consistently exceed customer expectations. This accolade reflects Iceland Foods dedication to providing exceptional value, service, and customer benefits.
Retail Wire
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Amazon allegedly used driver tips to pay base wages, which violated a 2015 stated compensation policy.
365 Retail
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Serial entrepreneur, retail magnate and former Dragons Den star, Theo Paphitis, is confirmed to headline at the 2025 Retail Technology Show (RTS), the annual event that connects Europes most forward-thinking retailers and leading tech innovators. Debuting in its new home, ExCeL London, RTS will welcome 15,000 retail professionals to explore its retail carnival on 02 & 03 April 2025 , bringing the wonder of retail to life at the industrys flagship event that celebrates innovation and fast-for
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Late deliveries. Split shipments. Spiraling freight costs. For home, furniture, and DIY brands, fulfillment has never been more complex—or more critical. This report outlines how a smarter, AI-ready order management system (OMS) helps you reduce shipping costs, streamline project-based fulfillment, and ensure accurate inventory across every channel.
Retail Wire
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Applebee's coveted Date Night Pass is back. But getting one isn't easy.
Cisco Retail
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Empowering Automation Developers, Elevating Solutions Automation Developer Days is back in Stockholm, May 2022, 2025! Register Now! Automation Developer Days is the go-to event for network automation practitioners. Here, you can learn about the latest innovations, connect with experts, and sharpen your skills in a rapidly evolving field.
365 Retail
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Queensgate Peterborough has announced that Goldsmiths will be significantly expanding its presence within the shopping centre, increasing its store size by 139%. The jeweller will launch a 6,674 sq ft unit adjacent to Skechers, providing more access to luxury brand collections. The new store, made possible by the amalgamation of two units, is set to open this summer following landlord investment.
Shopping Center
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Lake Grove, N.Y. Mall giant Simon Property Group has unveiled plans for a multimillion-dollar transformation of Smith Haven Mall in the Long Island village of Lake Grove. The redevelopment… The post Simon Unveils Plans for Multimillion-Dollar Transformation of Smith Haven Mall on Long Island appeared first on Shopping Center Business.
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365 Retail
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Outlet Shopping at The O2 has announced that global lifestyle brand kate spade new york will open a 2,408 sq ft store at the retail destination this spring. Located on the outlets upper level, this will be the brands first outlet store in London. New York-Inspired Store Design The stores interior will draw inspiration from New York, the brands hometown, blending elements of both uptown and downtown districts.
Retail Times
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Lidl has announced a market-leading pay increase for 28,000 hourly-paid colleagues, with new rates coming into effect in March 2025. Entry-level pay will rise to 12.75 nationally, up from 12.40 and increasing to 13.65 with length of service.
365 Retail
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Victoria Leeds has announced the opening of luxury skincare brand Aesop, marking the brands first UK store launch of 2025 and its debut in the North of England. The new 753 sq ft store is located in the Grade II listed Victoria Quarter, joining a collection of premium beauty brands including Le Labo, LOccitane, and Molton Brown. Strengthening Victoria Leeds Beauty Offer The addition of Aesop follows a strong year for the Health and Beauty sector at Victoria Leeds, which saw a 15% increase in sal
Retail Wire
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
McDonald's reported weaker-than-expected earnings, blaming low profit margin and an E. coli outbreak.
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AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.
Retail Dive
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Losing a customer returns partnership with Amazon contributed to the company’s difficulties, along with annual losses and a competitive environment.
Retail Wire
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Stop & Shop first announced these kiosks back in December 2024.
Retail Dive
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Companies like Simon Property Group and Walmart are throwing money at shopping centers with empty stores, weak traffic and falling sales.
Retail Times
FEBRUARY 10, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Co-op has launched its inaugural Women in Leadership Programme in Logistics to support the development and progression of female talent, in what has often been seen as a male dominated sector. Providing a launchpad for new, aspiring individuals to take their first steps into Logistics leadership and management – as well as for established superviso
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