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Total Wine Names Neiman Marcus Exec as New CEO

Total Wine & More has named retail veteran Ryan Ross as its new CEO, effective Jan. 12, 2026.…

News December 26
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AI for Retailers: Unlocking the Power and Promise of Emerging Technology

Artificial intelligence (AI) is accelerating the transformation of physical retail environments. In-person shopping continues to command the largest…

Executive Viewpoints December 26
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Malls’ New Success Strategy: Attracting Gen Zers Hungry for Social Contact

Malls are coming off the holiday season on a high — despite years of stories about the demise…

Features December 26
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ChatGPT Instant Checkout has arrived

What ChatGPT’s ‘Instant Checkout’ Offering Means for Retailers

[Update as of Oct. 28, 2025] PayPal Joins the ChatGPT Instant Checkout Bandwagon PayPal plans to connect its…

Features December 25
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World Emblem is reshoring to blunt the impact of tariffs.

World Emblem Blunts Tariff Impacts with Manufacturing Shift to Dominican Republic

President Trump’s tariffs, and the uncertainty surrounding them, have caused many businesses to call a halt to major…

Features December 24
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Honda, Todd Snyder and now Tractor Supply: Who’s Next? Privacy Fines Put Retail Reputation at Risk

The California Privacy Protection Agency (“CPPA”) just fined Tractor Supply $1.35 million under the CCPA, its largest retail…

Executive Viewpoints December 24
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Longtime 7-Eleven CEO Retires as Retailer Preps for Ambitious North America Growth

As 7-Eleven, Inc (SEI) prepares for significant expansion of its store fleet in North America, the retailer also…

News December 23
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USPS Looks to Drum up Last-Mile Business with Open Bidding Process in 2026

The U.S. Postal Service will offer access to its last-mile delivery network to shippers large and small through…

News December 23
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Barnes & Noble Plans 60 New Stores in 2026

Barnes & Noble will open 60 new stores next year, adding to the dozens of locations the bookseller…

News December 23
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