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Tariffs, AI, Social Trends Create ‘Powerful New Pathways’ for Resale

As it has for several years, the resale market continues to grow — and the current headwinds other…

Features March 21
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Walmart Pumps Up Fuel Locations with Openings and Remodels

Walmart will open or remodel more than 45 fuel stations across the U.S. this year, giving the retail…

News March 20
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Food City Parent Company Boosts Merchant-Supplier Collaboration with Customer Insights

K-VA-T Food Stores, the parent company of Food City, has implemented SymphonyAI’s CINDE Connected Retail platform to deepen…

News March 20
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Ikea to Open London Store Following Three-Year Environmental Renovation

Ikea will open its new store on London’s Oxford Street on May 1, 2025, featuring 62,430 square feet…

News March 19
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Try-On Data Unlocked: Driving In-Store Analytics for a Smarter Retail Experience

Retail has always had its share of mystique. From the art of visual merchandising (VM) to the subtle…

Executive Viewpoints March 19
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Pop-Ups Prove Their Versatility: Product Debuts, Event Tie-Ins and On-the-Ground Testing

While pop-ups aren’t a new phenomenon, they have become more sophisticated and varied in recent years. They can…

Features March 19
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Instacart Debuts AI-Powered Tools to Supercharge Healthy Food Shopping

Instacart has introduced Smart Shop, which leverages generative AI and machine learning to create a more personalized grocery…

News March 18
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AI in Action: How Retailers are Transforming Demand Forecasting with New Tech

The requirements for retail success don’t get much more basic than the ability to accurately forecast customer demand.…

Features March 17
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Wayfair to Continue Large-Format Expansion with 2026 Atlanta Store Opening

Following the successful debut of its initial large-format store in the Chicago suburb of Wilmette, Ill. in May…

News March 14
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