Panic Buying of Toilet Paper Triggered by Dockworker Strike
Retail Wire
OCTOBER 3, 2024
The recent dockworker strike is more likely to impact non-paper goods like electronics and cars.
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What Cosmetique’s IPO says about the booming beauty services industry
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Cosmetique, an Australian national cosmetic and injectables chain, has announced plans for a $17.5 million ASX listing of parent company Stormeur. The beauty service chain is looking to cash in on a long-held economic theory in retail, dubbed the ‘lipstick effect’, that in times of economic hardship, consumer spending on beauty and feel-good services remains strong.
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Pizza Hut Is Giving Away 1 Million Free Pizzas in Honor of BOOK IT! Anniversary
Retail Wire
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Pizza Hut is offering the free pizzas for a limited time.
Rebirth at Kohl’s: Retailer Brings Back Beloved Babies ‘R’ Us Registry
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Expectant parents, rejoice! After announcing its new in-store partnership with Babies ‘R’ Us , Kohl’s is bringing back the retailer’s beloved baby registry. Expectant families can build, manage and share their wish lists with loved ones via Kohls.com or the Kohl’s App. When opening an account on the Baby Registry, consumers can confirm where gifts should be shipped, track the baby’s expected arrival date, customize a welcome message for loved ones and start selecting products to add to the
5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
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.
McDonald’s Announces the Return of 4 New ‘Boo Buckets’ in Time for Halloween
Retail Wire
OCTOBER 3, 2024
McDonald's has updated the iconic Halloween pail for the 21st century.
JCPenney, LIFT Select 10 Finalists for Beauty Accelerator Program
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 3, 2024
JCPenney and Rare Beauty Brands have selected 10 finalists for the 2024 LIFT Beauty Accelerator program, which was created to empower female-identifying founders from underrepresented backgrounds. LIFT will support five early-stage brands from these communities with $10,000 grants, retail distribution and mentorship from beauty executives. During the competition’s next phase, finalists will pitch their concepts to a judging panel that includes Daren Curry, VP of Digital Acceleration at Rare Beau
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Amazon Dives Into the Shark Tank to Promote ‘Buy It Now’ Launch
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Borrowing a page from Shark Tank , Amazon will premiere its new Buy It Now game show on Prime Video on Oct. 30, 2024. Entrepreneurs will have 90 seconds to pitch their product to The 100, an audience of potential customers. If this group likes the product and the price, contestants make their pitch to a rotating panel of celebrities/entrepreneurs, including Gwyneth Paltrow, Tony Hawk and Christian Siriano.
California Food Label Law Aims To Clear Up Expiration Date Confusion
Retail Wire
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Gov. Gavin Newsome signed a bill making certain food label phrases illegal in California.
High Prices are Finally Wearing Down Pet Parents
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 3, 2024
In consumer goods, the pet category can often be impervious to macroeconomic events that cause consumers to tighten their wallets. This sentiment proved true during the pandemic when, despite economic and supply chain turmoil, the pet supplies and food categories boomed. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the pet category saw more than $100 billion in spending in 2021, well above the sales of alcohol.
Popeyes and DoorDash Team Up for Football Season With Tailgating Bundle and Wing Truck Tour
Retail Wire
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Popeyes is collaborating with DoorDash for a Tailgating Bundle and a Wing Truck Tour.
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
Poshmark Overhauls Fee Structure to Improve Seller Transparency
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Social commerce and resale company Poshmark has rolled out a new fee structure designed to help sellers maximize their earnings. The initial 20% seller fee will be replaced with a 5.99% fee, along with an additional $1 , $2 or $3 fixed fee, depending on the total order amount. The fixed fee pricing tiers for buyers and sellers include: · Orders under $15: $1 fee; · Orders between $15 and $50: $2 fee; and · Orders $50 and above: $3 fee.
In-N-Out Burger Trolled in New Ad Campaign. Is This Brilliant Marketing?
Retail Wire
OCTOBER 3, 2024
In-N-Out Burger was targeted by local competitor Habit.
Q&A: Daniel Astarita Managing Director at Kesslers London & Proportion London
Retail Focus
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Retail Focus spoke to Daniel Astarita, Managing Director at Kesslers London & Proportion London, about the companies’ push toward sustainability, led by their innovative EcoForm mannequin. EcoForm, a fully recyclable and biodegradable alternative to fibreglass, reduces carbon emissions by 96% and competes on price without sacrificing quality. Astarita explained that sustainability has become just as important as price in retail, with brands increasingly prioritizing eco-friendly solutions.
Augmented reality and virtual reality: Reimagining try-before-you-buy
Retail Customer Experience
OCTOBER 3, 2024
With AR and VR integration, consumers can have more confidence when buying online and retailers can increase shopping opportunities and cut expenses.
10 Ways to Leverage Buyer Signals and Drive Revenue
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
In today’s ultra-competitive markets, it’s no longer enough to wait for buyers to show obvious signs of interest. Instead, sales teams must be proactive, identifying and acting on nuanced buyer behaviors — often before prospects are fully ready to make a purchase. In this eBook from ZoomInfo & Sell Better, learn 10 actionable ways to use these buyer signals to transform your sales strategy and close deals faster.
Levi Strauss & Co mulls sales of Dockers following mixed quarterly results
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Levi Strauss & Co has commenced a strategic review of its Dockers brand after reporting a mixed bag of results for the third quarter. The company’s revenues for the quarter ended August 25 were flat at $1.5 billion on a reported basis, but up 2 per cent on constant currency. Excluding the impact from the sale of the Denizen business, revenues were up 1 per cent on a reported basis.
Carl’s Jr. Introduces Mobile Game To Boost Loyalty Program Sign-Ups
Retail Wire
OCTOBER 3, 2024
This new game from Carl's Jr. can save you some serious money on your favorite eats.
Dawgs challenges Crocs over patent claims
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Crocs may face millions of dollars in damages after the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit revived a case alleging the footwear company misleadingly claimed its shoes are made of “patented” materials. “ Crocs conceded in its briefing, and at oral argument before this court, that its statements that Croslite was covered by a patent are false,” said Circuit Judge Jimmie V Reyna in a unanimous precedential opinion.
Levi Strauss & Co. Reports Q3 Financials, Might Sell Dockers
Retail Wire
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Levi's has announced its Q3 results and is considering selling its struggling Dockers brand.
Modernizing the Frontend Experience on Salesforce Commerce Cloud
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Can Apple reclaim its throne as the top smartphone maker in China?
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Earlier this year, Apple offered substantial discounts, reaching up to 2,300 yuan (US$318) on certain iPhone models. It was not the first time Apple offered a price cut in China this year. In February, Apple’s price discount was up to 1150 yuan. The move was seen as Apple’s response to mounting pressure in the premium smartphone segment, where it’s facing intensified competition in China.
The Krabby Patty Is Officially Arriving at Wendy’s
Retail Wire
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Through an official news release on its website, Wendy's is commemorating the 25th anniversary of "SpongeBob SquarePants" by launching themed menu items.
‘All about the rush’: Why physical stores are critical during Black Friday
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Black Friday has long conjured up images of bustling high streets, crowded shops, and a frantic search for unbeatable bargains. While online shopping has certainly surged, especially in recent years, trends from Black Friday 2023 reveal a surprising twist: physical shops aren’t just surviving — they’re positively thriving. Despite the growing dominance of e-commerce, in-store shopping remains a cornerstone of Black Friday, delivering a unique experience that no online platform can fully re
The North Face expands secondhand program
Retail Dive
OCTOBER 3, 2024
The brand’s Renewed program now allows customers to return used items online and in stores in exchange for credit.
Signal-Based Selling: How to Leverage 4 Key Buying Signals
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
As prospects define their problem, search for solutions, and even change jobs, they are generating high-value signals that the best go-to-market teams can leverage to close more deals. This is where signal-based selling comes into play. ZoomInfo CEO Henry Schuck recently broke down specific ways to put four key buying signals into action with the experts from 30 Minutes to President’s Club.
British Land snaps up 7 UK retail parks in £441m deal
Retail Gazette
OCTOBER 3, 2024
British Land has acquired a portfolio of seven UK retail parks from Canadian investment giant Brookfield for £441m, boosting its position in the retail park market. The The FTSE 100 landlord will partially fund the acquisition through a proposed equity placing to raise around £300m, the Times reported. British Land CEO Simon Carter expressed his support for retail parks, citing what he refers to as “the three As”: affordability due to generally lower rents; adaptability, as retailers can utilise
Amazon wants to hire 250K for the holidays again
Retail Dive
OCTOBER 3, 2024
For the second consecutive year, the company is planning a major round of hiring to sustain its operations during retail's busiest quarter.
Shein gears up for investor meetings ahead of London IPO
Retail Gazette
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Shein is preparing to start early, informal investor meetings in the coming weeks for its planned London initial public offering (IPO), as the fast fashion giant steams ahead with preparations as it awaits UK regulatory approval. The Chinese online retailer is set to hold informal roadshows primarily in Europe, according to a source familiar with the matter who spoke to Reuters.
As Levi’s pivots to DTC, Dockers may be sold
Retail Dive
OCTOBER 3, 2024
CEO Michelle Gass said the khakis business “has underperformed for some time” and the company wants to focus on its denim and Beyond Yoga brands.
Website Security Essentials: Protect Your Site and Strengthen Cybersecurity
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Data: Retail footfall rises for first time in over a year
Retail Gazette
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Retail footfall rose for the first time in over a year last month as consumers flocked to the shops during the back to school rush. Total UK shopper visitors rose 3.3% last month, up from a decline of 0.4% in August , the British Retail Consortium (BRC) reported. Retail parks enjoyed the biggest boost, with footfall up 7.3% in September, up from a 2.6% rise the month before.
Make Cybersecurity Awareness Month a Game-Changer for You and Your Career
Cisco Retail
OCTOBER 3, 2024
With cyber threats on the rise and the start of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, it couldn’t be a better time to elevate your skill set to meet attacks head-on—and defend, detect, and protect your data and networks.
SVN | Miller Arranges Sale of 13,824-Square-Foot Single-Tenant Property in Salisbury, Maryland
Shopping Center
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Salisbury, Md. — SVN | Miller Commercial Real Estate has arranged the sale of a single-tenant retail property located in Salisbury. The property, which totals 13,824 square feet and features a… The post SVN | Miller Arranges Sale of 13,824-Square-Foot Single-Tenant Property in Salisbury, Maryland appeared first on Shopping Center Business.
Celebrating Cisco’s Solutions Engineers in Honor of National Techies Day
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OCTOBER 3, 2024
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Activating Intent Data for Sales and Marketing
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
Sales and marketing leaders have reached a tipping point when it comes to using intent data — and they’re not looking back. More than half of all B2B marketers are already using intent data to increase sales, and Gartner predicts this figure will grow to 70 percent. The reason is clear: intent can provide you with massive amounts of data that reveal sales opportunities earlier than ever before.
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