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Francesca’s to Close 140 Stores as Retailer Eyes Potential Bankruptcy Filing

Francesca’s plans to close approximately 140 stores by Jan. 30, 2021, according to a filing with the Securities…

News November 17
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Amazon Launches Prescription Delivery Service Offering Discounts to Prime Members

Amazon has launched Amazon Pharmacy, a prescription delivery service that  lets shoppers complete an entire pharmacy transaction through…

News November 17
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design:retail Winning Windows 2020: Call for Entries Now Open

The design:retail Winning Windows legacy continues in 2020, honoring holiday windows not just in Manhattan but across North…

News November 16
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CVS Launches Contactless Checkout at All U.S. Locations

CVS Pharmacy has implemented touch-free checkout using PayPal and Venmo QR codes at all 8,200 standalone retail locations,…

News November 16
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Bed Bath & Beyond Sells Non-Core Assets for $250 Million

Bed Bath & Beyond has completed the sale of its Christmas Tree Shops retail banner, its institutional Linen Holdings…

News November 16
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Emerald Appoints New President and CEO

Emerald Holding Inc. (Emerald), parent company of Retail TouchPoints, has appointed former Reed executive Hervé Sedky to the…

News November 13
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Claire’s Launches Loyalty Program with Emphasis on Cash Back and Personalized Perks

Claire’s has launched its first-ever loyalty program, Claire’s Rewards. The free points-based program includes free shipping twice per…

News November 13
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bebe stores Acquires 47 Buddy’s Home Furnishings Franchises for $35 Million

Specialty licensor of women’s apparel and accessories bebe stores inc. has purchased 47 Buddy’s Home Furnishings rent-to-own franchises…

News November 13
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David’s Bridal Implements Chatbot to Improve Messaging Traffic Management

David’s Bridal has launched a messaging-powered experience for customers led by concierge bot “Zoey.” The chatbot, which is…

News November 13
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