Retail TouchPoints

JULY 1, 2024

Both DTC brands and traditional retailers have seen better days. Unsurprisingly, major retailers always have struggled to keep up with how, where and when Gen Z and young millennials buy things. But more recently, DTC brands are facing a similar downturn despite the personalization and convenience that comes with being a social media native, so it makes sense that they might team up — DTC brands get the benefits of physical retail without the prohibitive cost and retailers get the social media s

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Inside Retail

JULY 1, 2024

Every year, the Plastic Free July campaign asks us to refuse single-use plastic. The idea is that making a small change in our daily lives will collectively make a big difference. And hopefully, better behaviour will stick and become a habit. The intent is good, but consumers shouldn’t have to bear full responsibility for plastic pollution. Individual sacrifices – particularly temporary ones – won’t make a significant difference.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 1, 2024

Citing feedback from its predominantly rural customer base, Tractor Supply will eliminate all DEI (diversity, equity and inclusion) roles, withdraw its carbon emission goals and stop support for “nonbusiness” LGBTQ+ and voter registration causes. The 2,250 -store retailer will refocus its charitable efforts on veterans, emergency response, animal shelters and farmers’ markets. “ Going forward, we will ensure our activities and giving tie directly to our business ,” according to a company stateme

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Retail Wire

JULY 1, 2024

Krispy Kreme will be giving away doughnuts all throughout July.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 1, 2024

Alibaba has revealed that its AI tools for global suppliers have been adopted by approximately 30,000 smaller businesses on its platform, including many in developing countries. According to the global ecommerce giant, among the top 20 countries making the most frequent use of these tools approximately half are developing countries, and about 300 of the 500 events and seminars Alibaba is rolling out for global suppliers this fiscal year will be held in developing nations.

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Retail Wire

JULY 1, 2024

In May, iPhone shipments in China experienced a dramatic 40% increase, according to recent data from the China Academy of Information and Communications Technology.

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Retail Wire

JULY 1, 2024

Kyle MacLachlan, renowned for his iconic roles in "Blue Velvet" and "Twin Peaks," has embarked on a new culinary adventure as the face of Arby’s Potato Cakes.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 1, 2024

The Save Mart Companies — which includes grocery banners Save Mart , Lucky California and FoodMaxx — has undergone its second change of hands in two years, with multiple sources reporting that the conglomerate has been acquired by Canadian holding company The Jim Pattison Group. In 2022, the Piccinini family sold Save Mart Cos. to LA-based private equity firm Kingswood Capital Management for an undisclosed amount.

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Retail Wire

JULY 1, 2024

Dave Calhoun, Boeing's president, believes this deal is in the best interest of the flying public.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 1, 2024

Harps Food Stores is deploying a new integration between customer intelligence platform Birdzi and POS system ECRS to offer real-time personalization of shoppers’ digital coupons and loyalty rewards in stores. Harps had previously worked with Birdzi to support its mobile rewards app, personalized ad flyers and digital coupons. Now, through Birdzi’s integration with ECRS’s POS software, shopper and basket information are immediately relayed from ECRS to Birdzi, allowing shoppers to easily redeem

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Retail Wire

JULY 1, 2024

The urgent recall is for Glenmark brand pills.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 1, 2024

Most Americans (84%) start their morning with a fresh cup of coffee, according to the National Coffee Association , and they are increasingly turning to specialty coffees (57%) and single-cup brews (28%). Capsule-based coffee brand Nespresso has found its own unique niche in this growing market and is turning to new marketing techniques (beyond George Clooney ) to not just drive acquisition but also inspire consumers to test new roasts and tasting notes.

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Retail Wire

JULY 1, 2024

This Fourth of July could be the busiest travel season on record for the holiday.

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Inside Retail

JULY 1, 2024

Supermarket chain Four Square has launched its limited-edition ‘Here’s to a Hundy’ merchandise as it celebrates its 100th anniversary. The merchandise include bucket hats, beanies, drink bottles and tote bags featuring Mr Four Square. “Four Square has been there for countless barbeques, road trips, and every day missions to top up on the essentials,” said Diane Clark, head of marketing and customer experience at Four Square. “We want our ‘Here’s to

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Retail Wire

JULY 1, 2024

Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as of last Friday.

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Inside Retail

JULY 1, 2024

Inside Retail’s Top 50 People in E-Commerce is an annual ranking of the most impressive and inspiring leaders in Australia’s online retail industry. Our 2024 report features C-level executives with decades of leadership experience, alongside start-up founders and digital specialists with a wide range of skills, from marketing to logistics. You can download it here.

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Retail Wire

JULY 1, 2024

Rite Aid, the well-known pharmacy chain, has secured approval for its restructuring plan in a landmark decision by a U.S. bankruptcy judge.

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Retail Dive

JULY 1, 2024

Walmart CFO John David Rainey said the digital experience at the club retailer resonates with that cohort.

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Retail Wire

JULY 1, 2024

Just under 20 days after its release, Disney and Pixar's "Inside Out 2" has exceeded records, becoming the fastest animated film to reach $1 billion worldwide.

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Inside Retail

JULY 1, 2024

Hongkong Land’s announcement that it is embarking on a US$1 billion development plan with a lineup of luxury brands, including Cartier, Chanel, Hermes, Prada and Van Cleef & Arpels, made the headlines last week. The investment has raised questions about the future direction of the luxury sector within the territory, leaving many wondering what the long-term implications of this shake-up could be.

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Retail Wire

JULY 1, 2024

New Jersey Transit riders are experiencing a significant fare hike as they commute across the Garden State. Riders will now pay an average of 15% more to ride the state's trains and buses, the first increase in nine years.

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Retail Focus

JULY 1, 2024

In this growing world of retail and e-commerce shopping, customers always expect convenience and quality in both the product and its packaging. These expectations have brought a revolution in the packaging and shipping process of products. Here, it is worth mentioning that isothermal packaging has created a buzz in the market. This type of packaging not only ensures the suitable temperature for the product during transportation but also opens the door to opportunities for retailers in terms of c

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Retail Dive

JULY 1, 2024

The retailer has recently introduced new in-house brands and relaunched or expanded several of its most popular ones.

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Retail Focus

JULY 1, 2024

The UK is a country filled with booming culture, and one of the biggest aspects of culture in the UK is the gambling scene. Gambling is an industry that has been around for hundreds of years and doesn’t really show any signs of going anywhere. Since when people had sword fights and believed in witches, the UK has been betting on things, with horse racing being the start of this.

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Retail Dive

JULY 1, 2024

The retailer is increasing the presence of its luxury personal shopping and styling service locations into major markets this year.

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Retail Focus

JULY 1, 2024

AV Hire is the premier company for audio-visual hire services in Liverpool. They offer competitive pricing and a wide range of services, including projectors, sound systems, lighting, and video conferencing tools for events. AV Hire provides an excellent selection of equipment for hire, along with event support, consultations, planning, and custom packages to create an unforgettable event.

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Retail Gazette

JULY 1, 2024

JD Sports COO Sherilyn Paterson is to leave the retailer after a 12 year stint at the sportswear giant, Retail Gazette has learnt. Paterson, who was promoted to chief operating officer last year, is understood to be stepping down for personal reasons. During her 12 year tenure, she has held roles including merchandising director and group operations director, before taking the COO post.

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Retail Dive

JULY 1, 2024

A key element of the craft retailer’s first major post-bankruptcy initiatives will involve leveraging influencer relationships.

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Retail Gazette

JULY 1, 2024

Smiffys has been snapped up in a pre-pack deal to US gifts and fancy dress specialist Ad Populum. PwC, which was appointed as administrator, completed the sale of the fancy dress retailer, which has stores in Leeds, Liverpool, Newcastle and Oxford. The Leeds based business, which has been running for more than 100 years, saw its financial performance significantly impacted by the pandemic, which led to a drop in demand for its costume and party products.

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Retail Dive

JULY 1, 2024

This month the department store is holding a sales event right after its “Summer Cyber Deals.

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