Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

When you think of any major retailer, you probably immediately imagine a personality, a distinct vibe, or something about the company that sets it apart in the marketplace. This branding isn’t just about appealing to customers but also is a way to attract top-notch employees as an employer. Employer branding refers to how a company showcases its culture, mission and values to potential employees, creating an appealing image that attracts quality retail talent.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Australian travel brand Strand has launched its flagship store in Westfield Bondi Junction. The store – whose concept will be launched in the UK soon – features products from brands including Samsonite, Antler, Nere, and Guess. It also displays designed and crafted leather handbags from Evity, Laura Jones and Aya. “Travel continues to play a key role in our wellbeing, and Strand wants to be a part of our customers’ life journey and adventures,” said Felicity McGahan, group CEO of Strand.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Amazon may be pulling back on brick-and-mortar , but stores, at least the digital kind, are clearly still a focus for the e-tailer. Exhibit #1: Amazon’s virtual holiday shop. The new 3D immersive experience joins a host of other virtual showrooms and stores powered by Amazon Beyond , the company’s virtual shopping division. The new Virtual Holiday Shop features a selection of top holiday gifts, interactive content, cheerful music and animations to help customers find the perfect gift for everyon

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Retail Wire

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Turkey Cake and "Brie My Guest" ice cream will bring sweet fun to Thanksgiving dessert.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Irish apparel retailer Primark is continuing its brick-and-mortar expansion in the Southwest U.S. with the opening of its first Texas store next month and plans for four more locations in the state. Primark also signed a contract to open a flagship store in midtown NYC’s Penn District last month. The new store, located at La Plaza in McAllen, Texas, will feature 37,000 square feet of selling space when it opens Dec. 12, 2024 and will be the retailer’s 29 th U.S. location.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Kontoor Brands has reported an uplift in sales for the third quarter, driven by positive performance of the Wrangler brand. The company achieved revenue of $670 million for the quarter ended September 28, up 2 per cent year on year. US sales grew 5 per cent to $530 million, while international sales dropped 5 per cent to $141 million. Wrangler was the hero for the period with revenue up 4 per cent to $464 million, while Lee saw a 3 per cent decrease in sales to $202 million.

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Tokinomo

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Campaign corner Halloween is one of the most appreciated holidays and brands are “fighting” to show their products with the most creative ads. Here are two of our favorite commercials this Halloween.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Following a Q4 that its new Chairman and CEO Brian Niccol termed “very disappointing,” Starbucks will make a number of changes designed to improve both the customer and associate experience at its cafés. The retailer is seeking to reclaim its designation as a “third place,” one where customers can linger if they want, by bringing back amenities such as serving coffee in ceramic cups and installing more comfortable seating.

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Retail Wire

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The restaruant will offer significant savings on its best-loved desserts to celebrate its anniversary on Election Day.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

A.k.a. Brands Holding Corp. will open a Princess Polly store in New York City’s SoHo neighborhood in early 2025 as it continues to expand the Australian fashion brand’s physical footprint in the U.S. The NYC store will span approximately 8,000 square feet across two levels and feature more than 5,000 Princess Polly styles, from apparel to footwear to accessories.

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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

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Retail Wire

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

M&M'S and kate spade new york unveiled a limited-edition collection that merges candy with fashion, just in time for the holiday season.

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Retail Gazette

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Selfridges losses more than doubled in its latest annual results, despite witnessing a sales hike. Filings for Cambridge Retail Group Holding, which is owned by Central Group and Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment Fund, showed pre-tax loss hit £340m for the year to 3 February, compared to £126m losses the year prior. However, sales soared 95% to £1.6bn for the company, partly due to a rise in its finance bill including interest paid on borrowings.

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Retail Wire

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

IKEA has officially opened its inaugural stand-alone restaurant on a UK high street in Hammersmith, London.

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Retail Gazette

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The EU has launched action against marketplace giant Temu over fears it is failing to stop the sale of illegal goods. A formal investigation has been launched today (31 October) with the European Commission, with the governing body claiming it had numerous concerns Temu was breaching the new Digital Services Act (DSA). One concern raised was that the etailer, which was hit with legal action over “manipulative practices” in May, did not have sufficiently robust systems to prevent “pr

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Retail Wire

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Dave & Buster's is bringing back a fan-favorite promotion: its Eat, Drink & Play Combo

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Retail Customer Experience

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Against the backdrop of heightened customer expectations, brands need to go beyond traditional e-commerce sites, blanket marketing emails and generic social campaigns. Instead, retailers should look to AI to help them win across digital and in-store.

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Retail Wire

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Dropbox's CEO announced the company will lay off about 20% of its workforce.

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Retail Gazette

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Next has rolled out its premium online fashion platform, Seasons, selling a selection of oremium and luxury brands. The website launch, which was announced in September, seeks to build on the success of the retailer’s Reiss acquisition, which it now owns 74% of. Next is planning to grow its third-party business by creating a dedicated ecosystem for higher-end labels, including Ganni, Marc Jacobs and Tory Burch.

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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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Retail Wire

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Jimmy John's is taking a new twist on gluten-free sandwiches.

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Retail Gazette

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Argos has released its Christmas advert for 2024, starring brand mascots Connie the doll and Trevor the dinosaur. Produced with the help of director Michael Gracey, the campaign shows how the retailer can “fulfil customers’ festive dreams no matter what they are” The advert, which goes live tonight (1 November) at 7:45pm, shows Trevor living out his dream as a rock star and performing his own cover of T-Rex’s classic hit ’20th Century Boy’ on top of a Marshall speak

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Retail Wire

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Amazon released better-than-expected third-quarter earnings.

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Retail Gazette

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Debenhams has released its star-studded Christmas campaign for 2024, titled “Duh, Debenhams” Depicting a light-hearted take on the typical festive frenzy, the department store’s 30 second hero advert shows the retailer as the ultimate destination to ease seasonal shopping stress. The campaign, produced by creative communications agency Exposure, encourages shoppers to question why they endure the crowds when they can enjoy a hassle-free experience at Debenhams.

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Retail Wire

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Chipotle came under fire for its smaller portions.

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Shopping Center

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Waterbury, Conn. — Grocer Price Rite has signed a 10-year, 34,000-square-foot lease at Waterbury Shopping Center, a retail center located in Waterbury. William Cafero of Charter Realty arranged the lease on… The post Price Rite Signs 34,000-Square-Foot Lease at Waterbury Shopping Center in Connecticut appeared first on Shopping Center Business.

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Retail Wire

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Dunkin' is getting into the holiday season.

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Retail Times

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! This Christmas, Aldi is serving up a brand-new mince pie that is sure to stir up a festive debate. Joining Aldi’s extensive mince pie lineup for 2024 is the Specially Selected Ruby Port, Fig & Cheese Puff Pastry Mince Pie (£2.59, 6 pack) — a sweet and savoury sensation that combines a traditional mince pie and a much-loved […] If you want more

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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.

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Retail Dive

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

The retailer continues to face softened demand, but has been launching initiatives it hopes will drive long-term growth, CEO Niraj Shah said.

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Cisco Retail

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

If you’ve ever been to Cisco Live and seen the booth with a display for you to pick locks, then you know about the Cisco Advanced Security Initiatives Group (ASIG). We are chartered with security testing and ethical hacking for all Cisco products and services, whether in the cloud or on-premises.

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Retail Dive

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

Ann Miller will lead global sports marketing, and Chief Supply Chain Officer Venkatesh Alagirisamy will be elevated to the team. Both are 18-year company veterans.

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Cisco Retail

NOVEMBER 1, 2024

In this new AI era, the technology landscape has forever changed how people and technology work across our physical and digital worlds. Learn how Cisco is strategically evolving how they do business – connecting the digital world to your most important asset, your people.

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Speaker: Hilary Akhaabi, PhD - Founder, Chief Financial & Operations Officer at Go Africa Global

In the fast-paced world of corporate finance, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for sustainable growth and profitability. This exclusive webinar with leading expert Hilary Akhaabi, PhD, will teach you practical ways to navigate complex financial landscapes and enhance your company's revenue management capabilities. Whether you're aiming to refine your financial strategies or seeking innovative solutions to drive performance, this new session is for you!

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