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Pier 1 To Enter Chapter 11 Bankruptcy And Seek A Buyer

Pier 1 Imports has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and will pursue a sale of the company. The…

News February 18
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Exclusive Q&A: How Half Price Books Succeeds With Discovery And Localized Assortments

The conventional wisdom, since the demise of Borders nearly a decade ago, has been that there’s only room…

Features February 14
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SHOWFIELDS Will Build On NYC Success With New Miami Location

SHOWFIELDS will open a second experiential retail shop in Miami in May as the company seeks to replicate…

News February 14
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Deloitte Report: Consumers Prize Convenience, But Budget And IT Constraints Hamper Retailers’ Efforts

One major theme is central to the Deloitte 2020 Retail Industry Outlook: convenience matters, and it will only…

Features February 14
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Report: Judge Approves Forever 21 Sale To Simon, Brookfield And Authentic Brands

Forever 21’s sale to Simon Property Group, Brookfield Property Partners and Authentic Brands Group was approved by a…

News February 13
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Boot Barn Rolls Out In-Store Digital Hub For BOPIS, BORIS And Endless Aisle

Boot Barn has rolled out Range Finder, its in-store interactive digital solution, to all 250 of its stores.…

News February 13
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Simon To Acquire 80% Of Mall Operator Taubman Realty For $3.6 Billion

Simon Property Group will acquire an 80% ownership interest in Taubman Realty Group (TRG) in a deal valued…

News February 10
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Target Debuts Private Label Luggage Collection

Target will expand its private label push with a new line of luggage called Open Story. The portfolio…

News February 7
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Coronavirus Update: Brands Temporarily Close Chinese Shops, But Supply Chain Pressures Could Be Biggest Risk

The fast-moving coronavirus outbreak centered in China is making headlines around the world, but its impact on retail…

Features February 7
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