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NRF: Holiday Spending Could Top $966B, but Shift from Goods to Services Continues

The National Retail Federation (NRF) is predicting robust holiday sales, with U.S. spending forecast to climb 3%-4% over 2022, generating between $957.3 billion to $966.6 billion. While the 2023 growth…

News November 3
Starbucks has unveiled its new Triple Shot Reinvention plan.

Starbucks Unveils Evolved ‘Reinvention’ Plan

Starbucks has added new flavor to its long-term growth strategy in what it is calling the “Triple Shot Reinvention with Two Pumps.” The five-part strategy aims to continue the company’s…

News November 3
Alexander Wang Toronto flagship

Alexander Wang

Alexander Wang has opened its first-ever Canadian flagship on Toronto’s famed Bloor Street, capping off a momentous year in which the brand also has opened a series of new stores…

News November 3

Anthropologie CMO: ‘Digital is not a Channel, Platform or Tech — it’s a Business Driver’

It’s a common marketer’s dilemma: how do you expand your brand’s appeal beyond its core customers? The specific challenge for women’s apparel and home goods brand Anthropologie was attracting new,…

Features November 3

What Retailers Can Learn from Grocers About Sustainability

Retailers can no longer ignore consumers’ demand for improved sustainability initiatives. From consumer lawsuits to national news headlines calling out failed efforts and empty promises, retail leaders are feeling the…

Executive Viewpoints November 3
Ebay's new Canal Street Wear shop featuring authenticated streetwear.

Ebay Reclaims NYC’s Canal Street from the Fakesters with Store Focused on Authenticated Streetwear

New York City’s Canal Street has long-been prime real estate for the sale of counterfeit and bootleg goods, but Ebay is looking to provide an island of reality there with…

News November 2
Vans' dismal performance is a large part of what is prompting a turnaround push at owner VF Corp.

Vans, North Face Owner VF Corp Launches Transformation Strategy Following Investor Pressure

VF Corp, parent company of brands including The North Face, Vans, Timberland and Supreme, has unveiled its “Reinvent” transformation strategy after another disappointing quarter and pressure from a new activist…

News November 2
Melissa & Doug is planning a pop-up at CAMP stores.

Melissa & Doug Goes CAMP-ing to Celebrate 35 Years in Business

Melissa & Doug is partnering with experiential retailer CAMP on a pop-up event in New York City to celebrate the toy brand’s 35th anniversary and the opening of the its…

News November 2

Amazon Adds BNPL Option for Business Customers

Amazon Business has added a pay-over-time option for B2B customers via an expansion of its partnership with BNPL provider Affirm. Amazon Business will make the option available to all eligible…

News November 2
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