Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 3, 2023

We were competitive but measured in our promotions, took strategic markdowns and intentionally did not chase unprofitable sales. Dollar Tree’s outlook includes about $430 million in operating expenses across a number of investments, including plans to increase average wages by $2 per hour. “We

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Retalon

MARCH 21, 2025

Promotional calendars: Planning key campaigns, promotions, and markdown events throughout the year to drive sales and clear seasonal inventory. Labor and operational expenses: Budgeting for staffing, logistics, and other operational costs that support forecasted sales and initiatives. trillion annually.

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Retalon

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

Brick-and-mortar stores, already under pressure from e-commerce, will struggle to stay open with higher operational expenses. AI-driven pricing solutions go much further in accurately predicting, calculating, and recommending product pricing, markdowns, and promotions. Okay, okay! This is a lot, but there is good news.

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