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3 Ways Brands are Harnessing the Value of Marketplaces

Retail TouchPoints

Omnichannel is the new reality for brands and retailers of all sizes and product types. Results from Retail TouchPoints annual Omnichannel & Fulfillment Survey show that most respondents conduct business through an average of three different channels and for 35% of them, marketplaces are critical to building brand awareness and driving business growth.

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Trademark Property Co. Plans to Break Ground on Mixed-Use Development in Cypress, Texas

Shopping Center

Cypress, Texas Fort Worth-based Trademark Property Co. plans to break ground on a mixed-use retail and restaurant district in the Dunham Pointe Development, a 1,300-acre master-planned community in the… The post Trademark Property Co. Plans to Break Ground on Mixed-Use Development in Cypress, Texas appeared first on Shopping Center Business.

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Ikea Fortifies Partnership with Taskrabbit for Furniture Assembly

Retail TouchPoints

Ikea has expanded its partnership with online home services marketplace Taskrabbit , enabling customers to easily book and pay for Taskrabbit furniture assembly at the time of their Ikea purchase. Ikeas partnership with Taskrabbit, to help customers with the headache of putting together its flat-packed furniture, has been in place since 2017 , but with this expansion booking services can now be done in one step during checkout at Ikea. “Taskrabbits assembly service has been a game-changer

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West End loses £640m due to axing of tax-free shopping

Retail Gazette

The West End lost 640m last year due to the lack of tax-free shopping, rising from 400m in 2023. The Central London district saw subdued growth of 0.25% year on year over November and December, New West End Company (NWEC) reported. The business management consultant insisted spend from international shoppers had remained significantly muted amid continued pressure on domestic spend.

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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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Steve Madden Buys Kurt Geiger for $364.1 Million

Retail TouchPoints

Steve Madden has entered a definitive agreement to purchase UK-based Kurt Geiger footwear and accessories brand for 289 million ($364.1 million ) in cash from a group led by private equity firm Cinven. Kurt Geiger is on an expansion path in North America; the company opened its fourth U.S. store last month , with another five in development and plans to eventually operate 50 locations in the region.

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Americans Are Struggling To Pay Their Debt

Retail Wire

American consumer debt reached an all-time high of $18.04 trillion.

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snuggs raises total of €12m, making it the most-funded brand in period care

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! snuggs, Europes largest period pants brand, has closed its latest funding round raising 5 million led by TripleB, bringing total funding to 12 million. This milestone solidifies snuggs position as the most-funded brand in the category and accelerates its mission to transform our perception of the menstrual cycle across Europe and beyond.

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Target Feels Pretty: Retailer Adds 2,000+ Beauty Products to Assortment

Retail TouchPoints

Target has expanded its beauty assortment with more than 2,000 products and nearly 50 new brands, with prices starting at $1.29 and 90% of the new arrivals priced at less than $20. The retailer is spotlighting the new brands online and with special displays in-store. We know consumers love shopping beauty at Target because its Tarzhay at its best: the combination of amazing products and prices you cant find anywhere else, said Amanda Nusz, SVP of Essentials and Beauty at Target in a statement.

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Jigsaw CEO to exit after 15 months

Retail Gazette

Jigsaw CEO Hash Ladha has resigned from the fashion retailer after just 15 months in the position. Ladha joined the brand back in November 2023, taking over from Beth Butterwick, who served as CEO from May 2021. He will remain with the company until the end of July 2025, working alongside the board to ensure a smooth transition, Drapers reported. Before his tenure at Jigsaw, Ladha was the CEO of the Oasis and Warehouse Group from 2018 to 2020, having originally joined the group in 2010 as multic

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Fabletics Is Transforming Supply Chain to Support Global Expansion

LS Retail

iStock/Ridofranz Activewear fashion brand Fabletics operates more than 100 stores in the U.S., Canada and Europe, with expansion expected into Mexico in 2025. They are in the process of transforming supply chain to support global expansion. Fabletics is deploying the Blue Yonder SaaS-based supply chain planning suite, including solutions for demand planning, allocation & replenishmen, merchandise financial planning, and size scaling, to help support expansion of its global footprint.

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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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Monsoon Opens First Travel Boutiques at London Gatwick

365 Retail

Monsoon has announced the launch of its first travel boutiques at London Gatwicks North and South Terminals, opening on Friday, 14 February. Designed to offer a relaxed shopping experience for passengers, the stores will feature an extended range of ladies beachwear, resortwear, accessories, and a curated edit of casualwear and kidswear, with select Gatwick-exclusive collections.

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Marylebone’s independent retail scene expands as first brands are announced at the landmark new city block address

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Marylebone is welcoming some exciting new arrivals at Concord Londons rare new development, Marylebone Square, in the heart of the village. Following the completion of the areas first entire, newly created city block for more than 50 years, independent coffee specialist, Special Guests, healthcare brand, Neko Health, Swiss brand, USM Modular Furniture, s

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Little Caesars’ Big! Big! Bundle Feeds the Family for Less Than $20

Retail Wire

A supersized meal deal is available at Little Caesars for a limited time.

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Nobody’s Child to Open First Store Outside London in St Albans

365 Retail

Nobodys Child has announced the expansion of its retail footprint with the opening of a new store in St Albans on 19th February 2025. Located at Christopher Place, this 1,000 sq ft boutique marks the brands first store outside London, bringing its signature responsible fashion ethos to a broader audience. A new shopping experience in St Albans The St Albans boutique has been designed as an inviting and timeless space, blending vintage furniture with bespoke fittings to create a warm and welcomin

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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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Changes Are Coming to Starbucks Mobile Ordering — Here’s What You Need To Know

Retail Wire

Changes are ahead for Starbucks' mobile customers.

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Burger King® UK confirms return of kids eat free from the 14th to 21st of February

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Burger King UK has confirmed that little ones visiting Burger King UK restaurants will be the FIRST in the world to try the delicious new innocent Kids juicy water flavours: apples & strawberriesandapples & mangoes.

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How Fetch’s Super Bowl Ad Caused a 1.2M Sign-Up Surge in 2 Minutes

Retail Wire

What began as a casual chat with Birk Cooper, CMO of Fetch, quickly turned into an incredibly insightful interview.

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Nobody’s Child announces new store opening in St Albans

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Fashion brand Nobodys Child is delighted to announce the opening of its new standalone store on Christopher Place, St Albans on 19th February 2025. The 1,000sq ft store marks the brands first location outside of London, bringing its signature responsible fashion ethos to a new audience.

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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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Arby’s Debuts Indulgent $6.99 Surf and Turf Sandwich Deal

Retail Wire

Arby's has a new surf and turf deal for less than $7 for two of its famous sandwiches.

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Lidl creates cheeky photo shoot to celebrate whisky win

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Is thatHarrison Af(Ford)able? Lidls Ben Bracken Islay Single Malt has just been named the best tasting whisky at the World Whisky Awards, prompting the retailer to celebrate with a cheeky photoshoot inspired by another shoot featuring a star that fans may recognise from a galaxy far, far away… In what could be coined as a […] If you want more

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TikTok Back in US Apple and Google App Stores After Ban Delay

Retail Wire

Apple and Google returned TikTok to app stores after reassurances they won't be penalized.

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ChicP launches Chilled Snack Packs

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Nutritious plant-based snack brand, ChicP is pleased to announce it is launching a selection of Chilled Snack Packs, launching onto Ocado from 15th February 2025. The new snack pack range will join ChicPs Chilled Hummus Range also sold at Ocado, which has seen a 60.6% YOY increase in sales.

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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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Spirit Airlines Rejects Frontier Airlines’ Revised Acquisition Offer, Focuses on Bankruptcy

Retail Wire

Spirit Airlines isn't interested in Frontier Airlines' proposed acquisition.

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Braehead Shopping Centre signs Nominations concept store,

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Braehead Shopping Centre, owned by SGS Group, is delighted to announce the arrival of Scotlands first ever Nomination concept store, operated by leading jewellery retailer Argento. Opening this March, the new Nomination concept store will further elevate Braeheads impressive selection of premium jewellery brands.

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Domino’s Announces Pepperoni Pizza-Scented Perfume for Valentine’s Day

Retail Wire

Domino's is celebrating Valentine's Day in a different way.

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HAPPi launches two new plant-based Easter eggs

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Oat milk chocolate brand, HAPPi, is launching two new Easter Eggs to its range, offering those following a plant-based diet something new and delicious to enjoy this Easter. The new Salted Honeycomb and Cherry & Almond Easter eggs will join the core range this spring and are perfect for those customers seeking flavour in every […] If you want m

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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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Subway Offering BOGO Footlong Subs for Valentine’s Day. Here’s How To Get Yours

Retail Wire

Subway is offering love at a discount.

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Monsoon lands at London Gatwick

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! London Fashion retailer Monsoon is excited to announce the opening of its first two new Monsoon travel boutiques in London Gatwicks North and South Terminals. On Friday 14 February, Monsoon will throw open the doors to travel stores in both terminals.

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Cocoa Price Surge Drives Valentine’s Day Chocolate Cost Upwards in 2025 (and Beyond)

Retail Wire

Chocolate lovers may find themselves paying more at the checkout this Valentine's Day.

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REESE’S Peanut Butter White Bar launches at Spar

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Leading symbol group Spar is proud to announce a symbol group exclusive partnership with The Hershey Company and Euro Food Brands, the brands official UK distributor, for the launch of the REESES Peanut Butter White Bar.

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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.