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Beyond the numbers: Macy’s, Levi Strauss CFOs dish strategy

Retail Dive

Finance leaders are increasingly balancing financial and strategic duties. For some retail CFOs that’s meant a bigger role in growing market share.

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Transforming Retail Spaces for Today’s Generation of Shoppers

Retail TouchPoints

The mall is experiencing a resurgence, defying predictions of its demise. This retail renaissance is not just a return to traditional shopping spaces but also signifies a shift in the shoppers’ culture, expectations and behaviors. Fueled by a desire for experiential interactions, expanded leisure and dining offers, personalized shopping journeys and the integration of digital elements, malls are becoming hubs of innovation and adaptation in addition to their social elements and place as our new

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Is this the end of Australia’s supermarket duopoly?

Inside Retail

The allegations of price-gouging during a cost-of-living crisis by Australian supermarkets Coles and Woolworths could finally be the death knell of the duopoly that has long dominated the country’s grocery sector. Today, the Albanese government announced the Australian Competition and Consumer Consumer Commission (ACCC) will conduct a twelve-month probe to examine if Australian supermarkets have used their market power to increase their profit margins.

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Microsoft Becomes the Second Company To Surpass the $3 Trillion Mark

Retail Wire

Microsoft recently joined an elite league of tech companies by becoming the second company to achieve a $3 trillion market cap.

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Modernizing the Frontend Experience on Salesforce Commerce Cloud

Unlock agility, boost performance, and gain control over your Salesforce frontend with the latest masterclass from Composable.com : Modernizing the Frontend Experience on Salesforce Commerce Cloud Featuring experts from Algolia, Ember, Netlify, and Stripe, this masterclass focuses on practical strategies for optimizing your Salesforce Commerce Cloud storefronts using modern composable commerce integrations.

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The Outnet partners with ELV Denim in collection using deadstock fabric

Inside Retail

Online luxury retailer The Outnet and British luxury brand ELV Denim have launched a limited-edition 50-piece upcycled capsule collection. The collection features contrast denim styles alongside new categories including tailoring, knitwear and leather items. All these items are transformed from past seasons, leftover deadstock, and produced by ELV Denim in London.

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2024 Predictions and Trends in B2B Ecommerce: Navigating the Digital Evolution

Retail TouchPoints

As 2024 unfolds, the B2B ecommerce sector is undergoing significant transformation driven by technological advancements and shifting buyer behaviors. Despite expectations of a modest economic downturn, this period presents an opportunity for businesses to optimize their operations, improve marketing strategies and enhance their technological infrastructure.

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ACCC to conduct enquiry on Australian supermarkets’ pricing and competition

Inside Retail

The pricing practices of Australia’s supermarket near-duopoly are about to the the focus of a year-long enquiry by the government’s competition regulator, the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC). The investigation will include the pricing practices of the supermarkets and the relationship between wholesale – including farmgate and retail prices.

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Microsoft Joins the Trillionaire Club by Surpassing the $3 Trillion Mark

Retail Wire

Microsoft recently joined an elite league of tech companies by becoming the second company to achieve a $3 trillion market cap.

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Can independent retailers drive a high street resurgence in 2024?

Retail Focus

Charlotte Broadbent – UK General Manager at Faire After a bruising year for retail, there are finally some reasons for optimism going into 2024. The holiday season appears to be delivering to expectations. The freeze on business rates has put real cash in retailers’ pockets. And while I hear from our retailers some nervousness about the continued impact of our struggling economy on discretionary spending, the deceleration of inflation should at least prevent customers from tightening the p

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Wendy’s Breakfast Menu Gets a New Breakfast Burrito

Retail Wire

Wendy's has expanded its breakfast menu. As of Monday, customers across the United States can enjoy a delicious new breakfast burrito at over 4,500 selected Wendy's outlets.

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Website Security Essentials: Protect Your Site and Strengthen Cybersecurity

In a digital-first world, website security is non-negotiable. This comprehensive guide explores the critical importance of securing your site against hackers and vulnerabilities like SQL injection, XSS, and malware. Discover tools like SiteLock for threat monitoring and CodeGuard for seamless backups, ensuring robust protection for your data and operations.

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A Disruptive Design For A New-Age Tea Drinkers’ Haunt

Retail Focus

The second outlet of the trendsetting Teavaro Global Brewhouse in New Delhi, located in Punjabi Bagh, is a 500 square feet next-gen tea haven. The latest branch of the teahouse is an exercise in breaking the monotony of the tea industry and shifting the perceptions of the modern urban denizen around the concept of tea. The main aim of the commission was to make the young Indian tea drinker perceive tea beyond the traditional connotations of chai by introducing them to innovative products and exp

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Casper Revamps California Store with Interactive Sleep Features

Retail TouchPoints

Casper Sleep is doubling down on tactile experiences. As a company that sells mattresses, pillows and other sleep-related goods, it’s a natural thing to do — but Casper has gone far beyond the basics of having potential customers “test” a mattress by lying down for a few minutes with a salesperson hovering. In some ways it’s no surprise that Casper has focused on the in-store experience.

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7 reasons why everyone’s confused about shrink and theft

Retail Dive

There’s even less data about retail crime now that the National Retail Federation has retracted a key claim about its impact. What’s going on?

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Stepping into the future: Bata Thailand’s dynamic transformation unveiled

Inside Retail

In a journey spanning over 96 years, Bata Thailand, a household name synonymous with quality footwear, has undergone a remarkable transformation to rejuvenate its brand image and appeal. The heritage brand, deeply rooted in providing affordable and reliable footwear, faced the challenge of being associated primarily with mature-age consumers. Recognising the need to align with contemporary tastes and market dynamics, Bata Thailand embarked on an ambitious venture – the “Surprisingly Bata&#

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Is Your Business AI-Ready? Find Out with Orium’s Maturity Model

Generative AI is poised to redefine B2B, but scaling AI success in this space isn’t without obstacles. From fragmented data sources and complex buyer journeys to operational inefficiencies, the road to AI-powered growth can be challenging. To achieve a competitive edge, understanding your organization’s AI-readiness is essential. Orium's Data & AI Maturity Model provides a quick, actionable way to assess your starting point.

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Recall of 1.9 Million Ford Explorers: Loose Hazardous Trim

Retail Wire

Ford Motor Co. has announced the recall of almost 1.9 million Explorer vehicles. The reason behind this massive recall is a piece of trim that could potentially detach from the vehicle, causing a risk to other drivers on the road.

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Survival of the fittest: iMedia Online Retail Summit’s ‘basic’ theme unveiled

Inside Retail

‘Back to the Future: Why Retail is Getting Back to Basics’ has been announced as the theme for this year’s iMedia Online Retail Summit. In the aftermath of the post-pandemic online retail boom, the industry is witnessing retailers hone a critical skill: staying power. Scheduled to take place on the Gold Coast from April 29 to May 1, the summit emerges as a beacon for Australia’s retail inspirators and innovators.

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Chipotle’s New Hire Incentives Include Student Loan Payoff

Retail Wire

The Mexican grill is giving new hires plenty of incentives to remain on the job.

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London’s back, baby: Exploring three of the city’s retail hotspots

Inside Retail

I love going on a retail global tour and in the last 10 years, my focus has largely been around cities like New York , L.A., Tokyo and Singapore – the once-glorious London had fallen off my radar. But last July, I returned to London and I was pleasantly surprised. In short, summertime in London was a total vibe. From the vibrant Sunday morning markets to the revamped Battersea Power Station, it felt like London had its mojo back.

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Master Off-Page SEO: Boost Traffic, Build Trust, and Drive Conversions

Off-page SEO is the key to building trust, attracting qualified traffic, and boosting conversions. This guide explores how to leverage backlinks, guest blogging, social media, and influencer marketing to expand your website’s reach and authority. Discover the synergy between on-page and off-page SEO, ensuring your site is optimized for success. Learn how to create valuable content, engage with online communities, and track your progress to fine-tune your strategy.

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Exploring the Popular Twitch Categories in the UK: From Gaming Giants to the Emergence of PayPal Casino Streams

Retail Focus

In the digital landscape of live streaming, Twitch stands as a beacon of entertainment and community. This is especially true in the United Kingdom, where a diverse range of content categories captivates a vast audience. From the adrenaline-fueled gaming streams to the cozy corners of ‘Just Chatting’ rooms, Twitch in the UK offers a virtual mosaic of interests and activities.

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MrBeast Takes Home $250,000 From One Video Posted on X

Retail Wire

MrBeast, the internet sensation whose YouTube channel has racked up over 41.8 billion views since he started in 2012 at the age of 13 years old, made over $250,000 from a single video posted to X.

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Casinos Combine Entertainment with a Retail Experience

Retail Focus

If you thought that casinos only provide slot machines and roulette or poker tables, think again. These venues are stepping up their appeal to their customers. A new term has been coined for these venues. As casinos combine a retail shopping experience, one now enters the sphere of “retailtainment”. Customers can now enjoy shopping, besides gambling on different games in their favourite casinos.

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Chick-fil-A Giving $29 Giftcards in Lawsuit Settlement

Retail Wire

Chick-fil-A devotees may find themselves on the receiving end of a gift card windfall, thanks to a recently settled lawsuit.

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Is Your Brand AI-Ready? Find Out with Orium’s Maturity Model

Generative AI is reshaping retail, but achieving true AI success isn’t simple. Many brands face hurdles—underdeveloped data strategies, limited AI-ready infrastructure, or lack of seamless integration across systems. As you explore how AI can boost efficiency and transform customer experiences, understanding your business’s readiness is key. Orium's Data & AI Maturity Model offers a clear starting point.

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Choosing the Right Crypto Futures Trading Platform: Popular Options

Retail Focus

The exponential expansion of the crypto market has led to a significant surge in the demand for platforms allowing crypto futures. They offer the lucrative opportunity to engage in speculative trading of crypto assets. The task of selecting the most suitable platform amidst a plethora of options can turn out to be challenging. In this article, we shall examine common platforms for futures trading.

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Target to add 1K wellness products to offering

Retail Dive

The retailer is introducing hundreds of exclusive items and has also launched an online wellness destination.

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3 tips for defusing retail shopping tension

Retail Customer Experience

While the holiday shopping season is prime time for combustible interactions within the store environment, retailers can avoid the scenario year round with a few strategies. One surprising one is to let go of the mantra “the customer is always right.

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Academy Sports and Outdoors appoints new chief supply chain officer

Retail Dive

Robert Howell will take on the role next month, as the company expands its product assortment and store count.

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Turn Your Website Into a Money-Maker: Tips for Small Business Success

Your website can be more than just a digital presence—it can be a thriving profit center. Discover proven strategies to monetize your website, whether you sell physical products, digital downloads, or services. Learn the importance of user-friendly design, high-quality content, and tailored marketing to meet audience needs and boost engagement. Explore options like e-commerce, affiliate marketing, and subscriptions, and use analytics to optimize for success.

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Frasers Group snaps up M&S’ former Liverpool store

Retail Gazette

Frasers Group has acquired the Grade II-listed former M&S building in Liverpool as it continues the roll out of its elevated Sports Direct stores. The retail empire is planning to transform Compton House on Church Street into a 103,000sq ft sportswear store and gym, Liverpool Business News reported. M&S vacated the building in August last year as it took up a 70,000sq ft site at the city’s Liverpool One shopping centre.

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Solo Stove names 2 brand ambassadors

Retail Dive

The partnerships with Ann Kim and Zachary Fowler come on the heels of a campaign with Snoop Dogg that failed to produce expected sales.

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Manchester Arndale welcomes raft of new retailers

Retail Gazette

A raft of new retailers are set to open in Manchester’s Arndale centre, as it gears up for a busy 2024. Fashion brand Lounge Underwear, the online retailer that opened its first store in Westfield London last year, is set to launch in the shopping centre. It has since opened shops in Trinity Leeds, Manchester Trafford Centre, and Bristol Cabot Circus.

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Aldi Signs 33,262-Square-Foot Lease in Delaware

Shopping Center

Wilmington, Del. — Aldi has signed a 10-year, 33,262-square-foot lease in Wilmington. The Germany-based grocer will occupy a property situated on 3.1 acres. Jim O’Hara and Neil Killian of NAI Emory… The post Aldi Signs 33,262-Square-Foot Lease in Delaware appeared first on Shopping Center Business.

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Mastering E-commerce Strategies to Drive Growth in B2B Distribution

B2B distributors and wholesalers: this webinar is for you! Discover the game-changing potential of composable commerce—a flexible, modern approach to e-commerce—and explore the strategies and technologies transforming the B2B landscape. Learn how to create custom digital experiences for your business from the leaders at Orium , commercetools , and Contentful as they walk through real-world examples, providing actionable insights on how to future-proof your business, integrate new opportunities s