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Costco Bucks the Anti-DEI Trend

Costco’s board of directors has unanimously rejected a shareholder proposal to conduct a study of the retailer’s diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies, saying it reflects the anti-DEI policy bias…

News January 3
A message on the Zulily website indicates the company is liquidating its inventory.

UPDATE: Zulily Antitrust Case Against Amazon Moves Forward

[Update as of Jan. 3, 2025] A federal judge in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington has ruled that Zulily‘s antitrust case against Amazon can move…

News January 3

How Jointly Leverages AI and Journaling App Data to Fine-Tune Cannabis Product Recommendations

Given that different cannabis products can produce a wide range of effects among consumers, one of the biggest challenges facing cannabis retailers is matching the right product with the right…

Features January 3

Reducing Cart Abandonment Online: How Composable Commerce Improves Conversions

When dealing with digital cart abandonment, retailers must focus on what they can control — and that’s delivering a technically sound, flexible and smooth checkout experience. Consumers, by their nature,…

Executive Viewpoints January 3
Laura Ashley has been acquired by Marquee Brands

Marquee Adds Laura Ashley to Brand Portfolio

Brand management firm Marquee Brands has acquired British fashion and lifestyle label Laura Ashley and will use the acquisition to establish its first European headquarters in London. Marquee bought the…

News January 2

Alibaba Focuses on Digital Commerce with Sale of Sun Art and New South Korea Joint Venture

Seeking to focus more on ecommerce and other digital businesses, Alibaba Group plans to sell its more than 70% stake in Sun Art, operator of RT-Mart and M-Club stores in…

News January 2

Retail TouchPoints Named Official Media Partner of the 2025 Vendors in Partnership Awards

Vendors in Partnership (VIP), a dynamic community of retailers and solution providers aiming to improve how industry players work together, is partnering with Retail TouchPoints to elevate its 2025 Award…

News January 2

Daiso Kicks Off 2025 with 11 Store Openings in Western States

Japan-based Daiso is ringing in the new year with a total of 11 store openings five states. The retailer, which offers a range of affordably-priced items including home essentials, beauty…

News January 2

Navigating the Divide: How Low-Cost Ecommerce has Shattered Consumer Expectations

Temu just became the second most visited ecommerce site, bumping incumbent Ebay to #3 after years of no changes to the list.  It’s clear that the retail landscape has undergone…

Executive Viewpoints January 2
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