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New Gen Z research from MG2 reveals how these consumers embrace technology, values and community in their brick-and-mortar shopping experiences.

What Gen Z Expects from In-Store Experiences: Shared Values and Community Connections

Even though “digitally native” is on the short list for describing Gen Z, its members are most certainly…

Features October 4
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Macy’s Accelerates Small-Format Expansion Plans

Macy’s Inc. is betting big on going small, with plans to open up to 30 new small-format locations…

News October 3
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Toys ‘R’ Us Plans Brick-and-Mortar Rollout Beginning in 2024

WHP Global will roll out flagship-style Toys ‘R’ Us stores throughout the U.S. beginning next year in a…

News September 29
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New Balance has opened a new concept store in London design to put people, not products, at the center of the customer experience.

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New Balance’s new London store is the latest to embrace the brand’s overarching concept: “built to put people,…

News September 27
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Ralph Lauren Opens First Canada Store, Eyes Digital and Brick-and-Mortar Growth

Ralph Lauren has opened its first store in Canada, part of a broader expansion strategy that will include…

News September 27
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Dick’s Sporting Goods to Close all but 3 Moosejaw Stores

Dick’s Sporting Goods, which acquired Moosejaw from Walmart in February 2023 for an undisclosed amount, plans to close…

News September 26
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Foot Locker has opened its new community-focused store in Chicago, which will include a rolling calendar of local programming and events to engage the community.

Foot Locker Continues Shift to Community Stores with New Chicago Location

Foot Locker has opened its new community-focused store at the Chatham Ridge Shopping Center in Chicago. The exterior…

News September 22
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Verizon Prepaid Brand Opens 50th Los Angeles Store

Total by Verizon, the telco’s prepaid wireless brand, will mark its one-year anniversary this month with the opening…

News September 20
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Why One DTC Brand Bucked the SoHo Trend and Opened its First Store in Charleston

Over the last few years, a playbook of sorts has emerged for DTC brands: An enterprising soul puts…

Features September 20
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