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Nominations Now Open for 24th Annual Markopoulos Award

Retail TouchPoints and design:retail are thrilled to announce the return of the Markopoulos Award, one of the industry’s most…

News September 24
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Halloween Spending 2021 NRF

Don’t be Scared: Halloween Spending to Reach Record Highs

Consumer spending on Halloween-related items is expected to reach an all-time high of $10.14 billion this year, according…

News September 23
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Target Increases Hours, Flexibility for Existing Associates to Cut Holiday Hires by More Than 20%

In a nod to the tight labor market, Target is gearing up for the holiday season by increasing…

News September 23
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Chewy, Five Below, McDonald’s CEOs to be Honored by NRF Foundation

NRF Foundation has named the retail leaders to be included on The List of People Shaping Retail’s Future…

News September 23
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SKUx Helps Retailers Simplify Promotional Offers

Fintech company SKUx has launched SKUPay, a platform designed to transform coupons, rebates or promotional offers into serialized…

News September 23
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Walmart Tags Products that are ‘Better’ for Customers’ Health and the Planet’s

Walmart has launched “Built for Better,” an online platform that uses icons to help customers identify and shop…

News September 22
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IPO Fever: Mattress Firm, Guitar Center Become Latest Retailers to Explore This Option

Retailers have been applying for IPOs at a steady rate in 2021 despite some uncertainty in the wider…

News September 22
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Claire’s Debuts Subscription Service as it Seeks New Ways to Connect with Gen Z

Jewelry and accessories retailer Claire’s is tapping into “drop” culture with its newest offering, a subscription box service…

News September 22
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thredUP Gears up for Resale Boom with New Texas-Sized Distribution Center

Online consignment retailer thredUP plans to open a new 600,000-square-foot, 10-million-item flagship distribution center in Lancaster, Texas in…

News September 22
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