Fri.Apr 19, 2024

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Boeing To Introduce Flying Cars in Asia by 2030

Retail Wire

Boeing, the U.S. aircraft manufacturer, has set its sights on introducing flying cars to Asia by 2030.

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‘Fútbol’ Superstar Lionel Messi Set to Score with Lowe’s Loyalty Members

Retail TouchPoints

Lowe’s has partnered with the world’s best-known soccer player, Lionel Messi, and his MLS Club Inter Miami CF , for programs that spotlight Messi’s skills at assisting on the field. Members of both the MyLowe’s Rewards and MVPs Pro Rewards loyalty programs will receive an “assist” in the form of 100 points to bring them closer to their next reward. (Members must claim their points on their account dashboard by May 18.

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As mass-market outshines luxury, L’Oreal sales rise 9.4 per cent

Inside Retail

L’Oreal reported a 9.4 per cent rise in first quarter sales on a like-for-like basis on Thursday, beating expectations and easing concerns about a slowdown in the two biggest beauty markets the United States and China. The French cosmetics giant, which owns the Maybelline and Lancome brands, reported sales of 11.24 billion euros ($11.98 billion) for the first three months to the end of March.

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Nordstrom Considers Going Private — Again

Retail TouchPoints

Erik and Pete Nordstrom, the CEO and President, respectively, of Nordstrom , want to explore a transaction that would take the company private. In response, the Nordstrom board of directors has authorized the “exploration of possible avenues to enhance shareholder value,” forming a special committee of independent and disinterested directors to evaluate proposals from the Nordstroms as well as potential other parties.

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5 Tips for a Winning Category Management Strategy in 2025

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.

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Procter & Gamble Reports Mixed Results After Price Hikes

Retail Wire

Procter & Gamble's recent quarterly results showed a mix of gains and setbacks. Despite facing challenges in attracting shoppers due to increased prices over the past two years, the company managed to exceed earnings expectations.

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Brand Building: A Comprehensive Step-by-Step Guide

Tokinomo

In today's competitive marketplace, building a strong brand is essential for success. A well-defined brand not only helps businesses stand out from the crowd but also creates a sense of trust and loyalty among consumers. In this comprehensive step-by-step guide, we will explore the importance of brand building and provide practical tips on how to establish and grow your brand effectively.

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The Global Reach and Sustainable Impact of Green RFID Technology

Retail TouchPoints

Businesses today are constantly looking for ways to improve their sustainability and reduce their carbon footprint. After all, studies show that consumers care more about the environmental impact of their purchasing decisions than ever before. For example, 60% of customers say they would be willing to pay more for a product with sustainable packaging, so it is paramount that businesses stay with the times and account for these shifting consumer preferences.

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The founder and director of Babyboo on staying true to the brand’s mission

Inside Retail

Inside Retail’s Top 50 People in E-Commerce is an annual ranking of the most impressive and inspiring leaders in Australia’s online retail industry. Our 2024 report features C-level executives with decades of leadership experience, alongside start-up founders and digital specialists with a wide range of skills, from marketing to logistics. You can download it here.

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The Children’s Place Receives $90 Million Loan from Majority Shareholder

Retail TouchPoints

The Children’s Place will get a $90 million unsecured and subordinated loan from Mithaq Capital SPC , a Saudi Arabia-based venture capital firm that had purchased a majority stake in the company in February 2024. That stock acquisition had automatically put The Children’s Place into default on its existing credit agreements; this new financing will “waive the event of default resulting from the change in control,” according to a company statement.

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Hyundai Joins List of Brands To Halt Advertising on X Due to Antisemitism Concerns

Retail Wire

Hyundai pressed pause on advertising on X following reports that one of its ads appeared next to an antisemitic and pro-Hitler post on the social media platform.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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Rowan CEO on the Power of People in Creating Joyful Retail Moments

Retail TouchPoints

Louisa Serene Schneider did not set out to be a CEO, let alone a founder. But inspiration struck while she was working for a retail-focused hedge fund and realized the lack of safe piercing options for consumers. This white space became even more obvious to Schneider when she was looking for a safe place to get her young daughter’s ears pierced. “I started thinking about what I wanted her experience to be,” she explained.

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Trader Joe’s Recalls Organic Basil Product Linked to Salmonella Outbreak

Retail Wire

The company's Infinite Herbs Organic Basil product is recalled due to a possible salmonella contamination.

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“I’m not trying to be everything for everyone”: JD Sports CEO Régis Schultz 

Inside Retail

Since joining British footwear retailer JD Sports in 2022, chief executive Régis Schultz has laid out an ambitious growth plan to open 350 new stores per year, with a strong focus on North America and Europe. The retailer recently unveiled a new global flagship on the Avenue des Champs-Élysées in Paris as the city prepares to welcome athletes from around the world for the Olympic Games, but for Schultz, it’s no reason to rest on his laurels.

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Pesticide Risks in US Produce: What You Should Know

Retail Wire

Consumer Reports has completed an extensive review of pesticides in 59 types of fruits and vegetables commonly found in the U.S. The study analyzed seven years of data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, revealing concerning findings about pesticide residues in our food.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

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.

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Why retail leading experts are remaining focused on emotion, not technology

Inside Retail

Retail Fest 2024 keynote speakers and panel guests analysed and strategised how retailers can approach a hybrid shopping experience. The consensus is that both online and offline stores require a deep understanding of brand and consumers. Technology and opportunities to connect with customers are rapidly evolving but top industry marketers are still championing the fundamentals.

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Tesla Recalls Cybertruck Due to Stuck Accelerator Pedal

Retail Wire

Tesla is recalling almost 4,000 Cybertrucks due to a sticking accelerator pedal. The problem stems from an unauthorized lubricant used during assembly, which reduces the pad's grip on the pedal.

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Swatch celebrates opening of new Melbourne store with art exhibit

Inside Retail

Swatch has opened an art exhibit to celebrate its new store at Collins Street in Melbourne, one of its largest locations in the Southern Hemisphere. The watch retailer partnered with Tata Gallery to showcase its brand-new range of products through a pop-up art maze installation. The art journey is available for guests from April 19 to 26, between 11 am and 3 pm daily.

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Apple Removes WhatsApp and Threads From China App Store

Retail Wire

Apple has taken down WhatsApp and Threads from its app store in China due to an order from the country's internet regulator over national security concerns.

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SEO vs. PPC: Which Strategy Is Best for Your Business?

When it comes to driving traffic and growing your online presence, businesses often ask: SEO or PPC—what’s the better choice? This guide breaks down the key differences between search engine optimization (SEO) and pay-per-click (PPC) advertising, highlighting their pros, cons, and best use cases. Whether you’re looking for long-term organic growth or immediate visibility through paid ads, we’ll help you determine which strategy—or combination of both—is right for your business.

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Hasbro’s Wizards of the Coast president resigns

Retail Dive

Cynthia Williams, who has been in the position for two years, will exit the company on April 26.

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JetBlue and Southwest Airlines Collision Narrowly Avoided at Reagan National Airport

Retail Wire

An air traffic controller instructed one plane to cross the runway at the same time a second plane was taking off.

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A look at AI today, and down the road, in the retail industry

Retail Customer Experience

Kathy Kimple, executive director of strategy at OSF Digital, explains how AI is shaping the retail industry in various ways including hyper-personalization of customer experiences, automating tasks to maximize profitability, and increasing employee satisfaction.

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Wayfair To Launch Its First Physical Furniture Store Next Month

Retail Wire

Wayfair, the online furniture retailer, announced its first physical store opening next month.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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Amazon introduces shoppable, ad-supported channel to Prime Video, Freevee

Retail Dive

The channel leverages Amazon’s “shop the show” technology enabling viewers to easily purchase content seen on their TV screen via a mobile device.

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Morrisons workers threaten strike action over pension changes

Retail Gazette

Hundreds of Morrisons workers have threatened to launch strike action over a change to their pensions that will leave them worse off by around £500 a year, says Unite union. The union says “approximately 1,000 Unite members” working at the supermarket’s warehouses in Cheshire and Wakefield are taking part in a ballot to decide whether workers will strike to “protect their pensions and take home pay”.

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Kizik opens first pop-up store in NYC as part of brick-and-mortar push

Retail Dive

The hands-free footwear brand is expanding its physical presence, with plans to land in 500 wholesale doors and open six stores by the end of the year.

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Tesco ‘fire and rehire’ court case heads to Supreme Court

Retail Gazette

Tesco will appear before the Supreme Court next week as union leaders challenge a Court of Appeal ruling on the supermarket’s controversial “fire and rehire” tactics. The case, which will be heard on Tuesday 23 and Wednesday 24 April, is part of a long-running legal battle between the two. Usdaw members employed by Tesco in its Daventry and Litchfield Distribution Centres won a landmark legal victory against the supermarket back in 2021 after it had proposed to remove “retained

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Create SEO-Friendly Content to Boost Traffic & Engagement

Creating SEO-friendly content is key to improving your website’s visibility and attracting more visitors. This guide walks you through best practices for writing optimized content, including keyword placement, proper formatting, and engaging writing techniques. Whether you’re crafting blog posts, landing pages, or product descriptions, these proven SEO strategies will help your content rank higher and keep readers engaged.

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Sportsman’s Warehouse cuts SKUs, vendors to support inventory strategy

Retail Dive

The retailer has been rationalizing its stock in several product areas, including fishing, to improve productivity.

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Women Entrepreneurs Are a Dynamic Force in Global Growth

LS Retail

Entrepreneurs are among the most dynamic drivers of global economic growth, and women are laying claim to the role in greater numbers than ever. In the U.S., for example, research shows that women-owned businesses are growing at twice the rate of all others. Yet, according to the World Bank, women continue to face enormous obstacles, including powerful social constraints, limited time and a lack of training.

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Nordstrom family may try again to take the company private

Retail Dive

The Nordstrom brothers, who are the retailer’s top executives, notified the board of their interest, and a special committee has been formed.

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Charles Tyrwhitt Opens New Flagship Store on London’s Regent Street

365 Retail

Charles Tyrwhitt has opened a new flagship store on London’s prestigious Regent Street, marking the brand’s eighth opening in just one year. The store, located at no.218 Regent Street, welcomes the public starting April 19th, and is situated in a beautifully preserved grade-listed building. Perfectly positioned just moments from Oxford Street tube station, the new 4,200 sq. foot store offers an immersive shopping experience.

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AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype

AI is rapidly transforming digital commerce, but how do you separate real opportunities from hype? Moderated by Orium, AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype , experts from Bloomreach , commercetools , Contentstack , and Fluent Commerce explores where AI is already delivering results and where its potential is still unfolding. This masterclass dives into proven AI applications, emerging innovations , and the gaps between promise and reality in commerce.