Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Fuelling the import and export of goods and services, cross-border payments are essential to global trade — a fact that was recognised by G20 leaders in November 2020 when they endorsed a roadmap to revolutionise cross-border payments by 2027.  Back then, while the world was distracted by a global pandemic, it seemed there was plenty of time to achieve even the most ambitious goals — namely the quantitative targets set to lower costs, increase speed, accessibility and transparency of internatio

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Retail Wire

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

McDonald's is continuing a push to improve consumer sentiment by offering some improved value propositions, this time in the form of steeply discounted Chicken McNuggets.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

What’s powering next-gen commerce experiences? It’s a profound and weighty question to ask, especially with so many technologies evolving so quickly. During the Retail Innovation Conference & Expo, executives from ShopSimon (formerly Shop Premium Outlets), Rebag and Sune shared their answers by delving into the technologies and strategies driving their companies’ priorities.

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Retail Wire

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Domino's is pondering the closure of underperforming stores.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Maverik , which purchased the Iowa-based Kum & Go c-store chain from Krause Group in April 2023 for an undisclosed amount, will reportedly rebrand all its stores to eliminate the sophomorically amusing banner name. In a statement to the Des Moines Register , a company spokesperson said Maverik is “in the process of rebranding Kum & Go stores, with the intent to unify our entire combined footprint under the Maverik brand.

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Retail Wire

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Spirit Airlines is keeping hope alive.

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Retail Wire

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

With the so-called console wars continuing as 2024 draws to a close, it appears that — despite several setbacks — Sony is outperforming expectations after a less-than-stellar showing last year.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Thomas Netzer, COO of Wayfair , will step down from his role at the end of 2024 after six years with the furniture retailer. As part of this shift, Wayfair will further integrate customer- and supplier-focused activities with supply chain capabilities under the leadership of current Chief Commercial Officer Jon Blotner, who joined Wayfair in 2016. On Jan. 1, 2025, Blotner will assume the role of President, Commercial and Operations, overseeing these combined functions as part of an integrated or

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Retail Wire

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Veterans Day honors active and retired military.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Benefit Cosmetics has launched its first virtual 3D shopping experience for the holidays. Called “ The Benemart ,” the grocery-inspired virtual store allows visitors to shop holiday sets and bestsellers, virtually try on products, shop with friends and play games, with a chance to win discounts at checkout. Developed in partnership with Obsess , the virtual store is available in four countries including the U.S., UK, Germany and France.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Luxury fashion retailer Ralph Lauren has reported positive sales growth in the latest quarter, which surpassed expectations and was mainly driven by Europe and Asia. The company’s second-quarter sales rose 6 per cent to $1.7 billion on a reported basis, as well as 6 per cent in constant currency. “Our strong business performance across every geography this quarter underscores the resilience of our diversified growth drivers and our elevated consumer base, giving us confidence to tak

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Retail Wire

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

The tastes of the holiday season are now available at your local Starbucks.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Cartier jewellery owner Richemont reported a dip in quarterly sales on Friday, as the luxury goods group largely offset tougher conditions in China with growth elsewhere. The owner of Swiss watchmakers including IWC, Jaeger-LeCoultre and Piaget said sales fell by 1 per cent at constant exchange rates to 4.81 billion euros (US$5.19 billion), slightly above analyst consensus forecasts of 4.78 billion euros cited by HSBC.

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Retail Wire

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Rivian's third-quarter revenue was significantly lower than analysts' expectations.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

In the fast-paced fashion industry, brands face challenges in keeping up with changing consumer demands, seasonal trends and competitive pressures. Traditional product development processes – slowed by siloed data, inefficient workflows and limited cross-team visibility – can lead to missed opportunities, costly delays and inconsistent product quality.

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Retail Wire

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

White Castle honors its most loyal fans with BOGO Double Cheese Sliders.

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Retail Gazette

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Asda chair Lord Stuart Rose has admitted that the upcoming £100m rise to the supermarket’s tax bill following changes announced in the Budget last week was “not an easy swallow”. Among the changes brought in by Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ first Budget is a rise in employers’ National Insurance contributions from 13.8% to 15% on a worker’s earnings above £175 a week, effective April 2025.

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Retail Dive

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Parents are using pay later plans to justify large purchases and better manage their finances, according to a new survey.

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Retail Gazette

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Asda is investing £13m into its stores over the festive period after posting a drop in third quarter sales. Revenues, excluding fuel, were down 2.5% to £5.3bn for the grocery giant in the period to 30 September, while like-for-likes dropped 4.8%. However, this represented an improvement on its previous quarter. Asda insisted its focus on key priorities – improving availability, enhancing the customer experience and investing in value –outlined in its second quarter update, which was supported by

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Retail Wire

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Airbnb reports better-than-expected earnings for Q3 2024.

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Retail Gazette

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

New Look has ordered staff across its buying, merchandising and design (BMD) department back into the office four days a week. The team currently work three days in the office, the fashion retailer confirmed, and once the change comes into place from January, Friday will remain a hybrid day. It said there are no changes to the number of days other teams will be required in office and claimed the move is in line with the wider sector.

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Retail Dive

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

At the end of the year, Thomas Netzer will exit the role he’s occupied since 2019.

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Retail Wire

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

The FDA is proposing to end the use of a popular nasal decongestant ingredient used in many cold and cough syrups.

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Retail Dive

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

The Kate Spade and Stuart Weitzman owner said it wouldn’t pursue more mergers in the near term if its Capri Holdings acquisition failed.

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A1 Retail

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Founder-led Cornish Bakery has been cited as one of the only UK hospitality companies in the 2024 Top 100 Interpath Retail Growth Index. The company has also announced that another new bakery will open in Cirencester in the near future, taking the Cornish Bakery estate to almost 70, on the back of record-breaking sales of over £1 million per week. The inaugural Interpath Growth-Index lists the top 100 UK’s fastest growing businesses across a multitude of sectors, from fashion to forecourts and f

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Retail Dive

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Andreas Harlow, former vice president and global footwear creative director of Nike’s Jordan Brand, joined the hands-free footwear brand earlier this fall.

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A1 Retail

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

The LEGO Group has officially opened the doors to its second UK LEGO ® Store in Bristol. Located in the Cribbs Mall, the new 178sqm LEGO Store is already delighting fans of all ages, as they gathered excitedly yesterday morning to catch the official opening. Local celebs including Emma Barnes (Married at First Sight), Amy Williams MBE (Olympic Gold Medallist) and Lucy Carter were given an exclusive look inside the store the night before the opening.

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Retail Dive

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Greg Schwartz, who has been the company’s chief operating officer since its 2016 launch, will replace Scott Cutler, an early investor.

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Cisco Retail

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

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Retail Dive

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

Customers near the company’s Tolleson facility can get thousands of items delivered by air, but there are limitations.

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