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175-Year-Old Catalog Retailer Hammacher Schlemmer Folds…but Hints at Return
The 175-year-old catalog-based retailer Hammacher Schlemmer, known for its unexpected and unique merchandise, has initiated going-out-of-business sales, so anyone in the market for a remote-controlled bald eagle or a personal…
News October 3
First Jordan Brand ‘World of Flight’ Store in the U.S. to Land in Philadelphia
The first of what Nike’s Jordan Brand (Michael, that is) promises will be several U.S. “World of Flight” flagship stores will open in Philadelphia on Oct. 10, 2025. Since 2022,…
News October 3
When Loading Docks Fail, Retailers Lose Big
Loading docks are the unsung heroes of retail operations — until they’re not. You don’t think about them much until they go down and suddenly nothing’s coming into your store.…
Executive Viewpoints October 3
UPDATE: Bankruptcy Court Approves At Home Restructuring Plan
[Update as of Oct. 2, 2025] At Home has received approval from the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware for a restructuring plan that would eliminate substantially all…
News October 2
Walmart Invests in Large-Scale IoT Solution to Improve Supply Chain Data Flow
Walmart has deployed a collaborative ambient IoT (Internet of Things) solution from Wiliot in 500 stores and plans a national expansion next year that will cover 4,600 Walmart Supercenters and…
News October 2
Meta Debuts Customizable AI Agent to Help Brands Close the Sale
In its ongoing effort to leverage AI to drive ad performance across Facebook, Instagram and its messaging platforms, Meta has unveiled a number of new innovations for advertisers. Among the…
News October 2
Big Lots Celebrates Brick-and-Mortar Rebirth with Chainwide Celebration
While 218 Big Lots stores have been open for several months, new owner Variety Wholesalers is just now getting around to holding grand opening celebrations, complete with doorbusters and giveaways,…
News October 2
Navigating a Volatile Market: Why Retailers Need a New Pricing Playbook
Economic headwinds, geopolitical tensions and budget-conscious consumers are creating a perfect storm of uncertainty for retailers. In this high-stakes environment, a retailer’s traditional playbook for pricing and promotions is no…
Executive Viewpoints October 2
JCPenney Celebrates Inclusivity with New Fashion Line Exclusively for Plus-Size Women
Even though more than two-thirds of women wear plus-size apparel, they’re often made to feel invisible — particularly in the world of fashion apparel. But model and plus-size advocate Ashley…
News October 2
