Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

As the CTV landscape continues on its path of rapid growth since the pandemic, with giants like Netflix launching ad tiers, players like Walmart entering the space through M&A and streamers doubling down on global expansion, new challenges and opportunities are emerging. If you’re looking to experiment and thrive in the CTV space, here are three tactics for optimizing success: Crafting the Most Effective Targeting Strategy In order to get consumers to look up from their phones during a comme

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Pandora says it will no longer use virgin gold or silver in its jewellery products, committing to using only 100 per cent recycled gold and silver from now on. The Scandinavian manufacturer will source gold and silver from industrial waste, manufacturing scraps, old jewellery or silverware, and other materials in an initiative it hopes will save 58,000 tons of carbon dioxide per year.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Nursery bedding and furniture brand Babyletto has opened its first ever brick-and-mortar store in its home turf of Los Angeles. Set in the heart of Melrose Ave., the flagship provides shoppers with a personalized concierge-style experience where they can browse more than 25 pieces from Babyletto’s collection of modern cribs, recliners, gliders and dressers.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Luxury car maker Bentley is extending its footprint beyond the automotive sector by releasing a new luggage collection inspired by its latest vehicles, the Continental GT and GTC. The collection features a three-piece set – a weekender bag, a backpack, and a wash bag – and comes in Gravity Grey, a colour introduced with Bentley’s fourth-generation vehicles.

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Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron

2025 is right around the corner, and with it comes a new wave of consumer expectations, competitive pressures, and operational challenges. Success lies in finding the balance between operational flexibility and creating experiences that keep customers coming back. The future of retail belongs to those who can stay ahead of shifting customer preferences and marketing trends. 🔮 In this session, we’ll dive deep into what it takes to keep customers engaged and your operations nimble, no matt

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Through the remainder of 2024 and into 2025, Kay Jewelers plans to enhance its retail store design and customer experience. The retailer will add dedicated customization and collaboration areas in stores that are designed to provide personal, full-service experiences and are capable of hosting wedding parties, friend groups and “any other consumers looking to create memories that last,” according to a company press release.

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Retail Focus

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Fastic , the world’s largest fasting app and AI-driven leader in weight loss and nutrition tracking, has leveraged advanced personalisation to drive user engagement and revenue growth, partnering with MoEngage , the insights-led customer engagement platform. Fastic has experienced hyper-scale since its launch in 2019, growing registered users of its free intermittent fasting app to an audience of 12.3million.

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Retail Focus

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

The Portman Estate and Derwent London have unveiled plans for the launch of Loxton Walk, the West End’s latest retail and leisure destination in the heart of Marylebone. With public space, sustainable design and a new retail offering, Loxton Walk will be an entirely new and carefully curated street for the area. Launching in 2025, Loxton Walk will deliver 28,500 sq ft of new retail and leisure space across 17 ground floor units, accessible via four new avenues from George Street, Blandford Stree

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a bill banning retailers from offering any type of plastic bag to customers at the point of sale. The new law, scheduled to take effect Jan. 1, 2026, is designed to close a loophole in the plastic bag ban that was passed by the California legislature in 2014 and affirmed by voters in a 2016 referendum, according to the AP.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

PVH Corp , parent of Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger, is facing an investigation from the Chinese Commerce Ministry over suspected violations of market trading rules regarding Xinjiang-related products. The ministry said in a statement it suspects the company of boycotting Xinjiang cotton and other products “without factual basis”. Such violations would seriously damage the rights and interests of relevant Chinese companies and endanger China’s sovereignty and security, it added.

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Retail Wire

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Dockworkers at major U.S. ports will walk off the job next month if contract negotiations fail.

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With over 9 million sellers on Amazon, online marketplaces are more crowded than ever. Whether you’re looking to fine-tune prices in real-time or align strategies across channels, this guide provides the tools to understand how to maximize sales and secure a lasting competitive edge. Download now to transform your pricing strategy and drive holiday success.

Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

We are all aware we are living in a world where technology is everywhere and very much shapes the world around us; however, few could have predicted the emergence of post-death consumerism – a trend that reflects profound shifts in how we think about legacy, memory, and our interactions with brands. Recent data shows an astonishing 47 per cent of global consumers express interest in purchasing products or services that allow them to interact with AI-powered digital avatars of deceased individual

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Retail Wire

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

White Castle, the home of the famous square burger, is introducing some scary-good treats to make Halloween memorable for its customers.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Premier Retail , a division of Premier Investments, booked lower sales in the last fiscal year amid weaker performances across the majority of its segments. The company’s sales declined 2.9 per cent to $1.60 billion, the second-highest sales result in the group’s history after cycling record sales in the prior fiscal year. Stationery brand Smiggle decreased 7.4 per cent to $296 million and the Apparel Brands business, which includes Just Jeans, Jay Jays, Portmans, Jacqui E and Dotti,

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Retail Wire

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Uber's CEO Dara Khosrowshahi recently shared a post explaining how the company plans to improve multiple aspects of its business.

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Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

As the final interaction between consumer and retailer, the payment process is often overlooked under the misguided belief that “it’s good enough”. Yet, in an industry where transactions occur rapidly, the efficiency of a retailer’s business’s payment flow can significantly impact success and revenue. According to Till’s recent whitepaper on Payment orchestration , 84 per cent of respondents said they were working with up to 20 payment providers, with 75 per cent seeking to simplify their paymen

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Retail Wire

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Dockworkers at major U.S. ports will walk off the job next month if contract negotiations fail.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Mocka has come full circle and is launching children’s furniture – the Mini Mocka range. With the Australian furniture market currently worth $12 billion and projected to grow 5 per cent in 2025, Mocka has identified the kids category as a major growth segment. “I love that it’s sort of back to our heritage because the first products that Mocka sold were in nursery,” Catherine Williamson, CEO of Mocka, told Inside Retail.

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Retail Wire

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Taco Bell has a new hot sauce created by the rising musical superstar.

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In the B2B space, digital expectations are higher than ever. Consumer platforms have made online experiences incredibly user-friendly and efficient, adding pressure for businesses to follow suit to meet the expectations of the modern B2B buyer. Take inspiration from B2C commerce strategies and adapt them for B2B digital interactions. Learn to create engaging and well-crafted consumer shopping experiences with insights and tools from Orium’s report, A Blueprint to B2B Commerce.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

After vowing never to have a brand after co-founding the swimwear empire Triangl, Erin Deering couldn’t help but take a small passion project and turn it into what could be Melbourne’s next fashion darling. Deering is a unisex fashion brand that dropped this month with its 1.0 collection. And if that’s not enough, the entrepreneur is running for Deputy Lord Mayor of Melbourne with a vision to ‘make council chic again’.

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Retail Wire

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

JetBlue will be getting rid of routes and perks.

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365 Retail

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

The Cotswold Company , the digitally-led premium handcrafted furniture and homeware brand, has announced the opening of its 10th UK store, located in Stamford. Founded in 1996, The Cotswold Company specialises in thoughtfully designed, carefully crafted furniture and accessories, leveraging a digital-led omni-channel model. Working alongside specialist manufacturers and using traditional woodworking techniques, the brand’s products are built to last.

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Retail Wire

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

The need for at-home COVID-19 tests is increasing. Here's how to get them for free.

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Speaker: Shaunna Bruton, Danielle Wyllie, and Kailey Holmes

Say goodbye to one-size-fits-all retail, and say hello to experiences that keep your customers coming back for more! Customer loyalty isn’t just earned - it’s cultivated through meaningful engagement with the help of data. This webinar will take you behind the scenes of how top retailers turn customer data into personalized experiences that drive engagement and retention.

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Retail Dive

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Sellers on the secondhand fashion marketplace can now use generative AI to populate product attributes for listings, including category, color and brand.

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Retail Wire

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Fans can immerse themselves in everything wonderful about the Tim Burton sequel.

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365 Retail

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Just Eat has announced a new partnership with Boots , allowing customers to order a wide range of health and beauty items for on-demand delivery. The partnership will initially launch with 50 Boots stores across major UK cities, including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Leeds, Glasgow, and Edinburgh, providing customers access to over 1,000 products.

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Retail Wire

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Chick-fil-A is bringing back both sweet and savory treats.

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Speaker: Hilary Akhaabi, PhD - Founder, Chief Financial & Operations Officer at Go Africa Global

In the fast-paced world of corporate finance, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for sustainable growth and profitability. This exclusive webinar with leading expert Hilary Akhaabi, PhD, will teach you practical ways to navigate complex financial landscapes and enhance your company's revenue management capabilities. Whether you're aiming to refine your financial strategies or seeking innovative solutions to drive performance, this new session is for you!

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Retail Gazette

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

ScS has closed down its Snug sofa-in-a-box brand less than two years after acquiring it as part of new owner Poltronesofà’s overhaul of the business. The sofa specialist said the brand will no longer be accepting new orders but that it will fulfil existing ones and customer services is still available. The retailer reiterated on the Snug website that it had not gone into administration and said that its new owners had “decided to focus on a different business model and range which is now availab

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Retail Wire

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

The Kroger-Albertsons Merger continues its historic and uncertain journey.

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365 Retail

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Peel Retail & Leisure has announced the opening of Berghaus ‘s second standalone UK store at Gloucester Quays, strengthening the outlet’s already impressive line-up of outdoor retailers. The new store brings Berghaus’s outdoor-focused ethos and performance gear to the South West for the first time in a standalone format. The 2,117 sq ft store, located opposite Adidas, offers a wide range of outdoor gear designed for all terrains and conditions.

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Retail Wire

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Credit card debt was cited as a major financial strain.

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