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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ATS 243

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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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 3, 2024

When searching for a specific item, the right combination of keywords to describe what you’re looking for can sometimes escape you. And other times, you may define and describe something completely differently than another person. Couple these realities with the fact that humans are largely visual animals and it’s no surprise that visual search is becoming increasingly popular for all kinds of queries, especially for those that are shopping related.

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Retail Wire

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Applebee’s partnership with the NFL is culminating in a new company promotion: Applebee’s Pick 6 Mondays with free boneless wings.

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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

Customer Experience

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

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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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Retail Wire

OCTOBER 3, 2024

McDonald's has updated the iconic Halloween pail for the 21st century.

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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.

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Retail Wire

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Gov. Gavin Newsome signed a bill making certain food label phrases illegal in California.

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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.

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Retail Wire

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Pizza Hut is offering the free pizzas for a limited time.

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Promotions 278

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.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 3, 2024

‘What are the perks and benefits?’. When I hear this early in an interview, and I often do, my hackles go up. Alarm bells ring, ‘Potential trouble on the horizon with this hire’, and I all but quickly shut down the interview. Then I calm down, reminding myself that this is the new working world. The skills crisis brought us here. Emerging from the pandemic, it was an epic fight for talent.

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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.

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ATS 130

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

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.

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Retail Wire

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Popeyes is collaborating with DoorDash for a Tailgating Bundle and a Wing Truck Tour.

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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

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Retail Wire

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Levi's has announced its Q3 results and is considering selling its struggling Dockers brand.

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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

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Retail Wire

OCTOBER 3, 2024

This new game from Carl's Jr. can save you some serious money on your favorite eats.

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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.

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Retail Wire

OCTOBER 3, 2024

In-N-Out Burger was targeted by local competitor Habit.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Consumer Shopping 112

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.

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Returns 116

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.

Shopping

A1 Retail

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Grosvenor has announced that technical outdoor and sportswear retailer, Montirex, has opened its debut bricks and mortar unit at Liverpool ONE, marking the brand’s first standalone pop-up store. Located on South John Street the activation demonstrates the brand’s continual confidence in Liverpool ONE as it expands beyond its existing concessions and reaffirms the destination’s position as the location of choice for brand firsts.

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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.

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A1 Retail

OCTOBER 3, 2024

Shaftesbury Capital has announced that internationally celebrated beauty retailer, Grown Alchemist , is set to make its UK debut within the Soho neighbourhood, opening at 35 Beak Street in November. With an emphasis on rejuvenation and evolution, the Australian brand is set to open its first store outside of Melbourne, taking a two-floor c600 sq ft space by the southern entrance to Carnaby street.

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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.

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Speaker: David Nisbet, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber

Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.

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