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New C-suite appointments at Target include Christina Hennington, Rick Gomez and Lisa Roath.

Target Shuffles Merchandising Leadership, Again, Begins Hunt for New CMO

Target is continuing to make adjustments to its C-suite following the retirement of COO John Mulligan and subsequent…

News June 26
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UPDATE: Amazon Aggregator and Former ‘Unicorn’ Thrasio Exits Bankruptcy, Names New CEO

[Update as of June 26, 2024] Amazon aggregator Thrasio has emerged from bankruptcy a little over three months…

News June 25
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Under Armour Settles Accounting Practices Suit for $434 Million

Under Armour will pay $434 million to members of a class action lawsuit who bought the company’s stock…

News June 24
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Shein has confidentially filed for a U.S. IPO

UPDATE: Shein Files to go Public in London as U.S. IPO Flounders

[Update as of 6/24/2024] Shein has confidentially filed for an IPO in London, as its pursuit of a…

News June 24
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WHP, Simon, Brookfield Unite Under Phoenix Retail Banner to Acquire Express

The new joint venture between brand management firm WHP Global and mall owners Simon Property Group, Brookfield Properties and Centennial Real…

News June 17
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Ebay announced will now accept Payments from Venmo after cutting ties with Amex.

After Declining Amex, Ebay to Begin Accepting Venmo

Ebay has drawn a line in the sand when it comes to payments. After very publicly announcing last…

News June 13
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Hanes Sells Champion Brand to Authentic for $1.2 Billion

HanesBrands will sell the IP and certain operating assets of its global Champion business to Authentic Brands Group…

News June 12
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In Retail Real Estate, Smaller Spaces See Big Demand

“Less is more” appears to be the new mantra for retailers and QSRs when it comes to square…

Features June 12
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TJX is entering Mexico via a joint venture with Grupo Axo.

TJX Expands to Mexico Through New Joint Venture with Grupo Axo

TJX — the parent company of TJ Maxx, Marshalls, HomeGoods and Sierra — has entered a joint venture with the…

News June 10
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