Live from Shoptalk: How Hot Topic and Camp Turn Nostalgia into Current-Day Growth
There’s often a temptation to minimize nostalgia as an easy-to-manufacture emotion of simply pining for the “good old…
Features March 25
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Costco to Open Standalone Gas Stations in California and Hawaii
Costco will open a 40-pump, 17,000-square-foot gas station in Mission Viejo, Calif. in June, according to USA Today…
News March 23
Five Below Plans 150 New Stores Following Strong 2025
Specialty discount retailer Five Below will expand its store fleet with 150 new locations in FY 2026 —…
News March 20
In-Store Audio is Retail Media’s Blind Spot, and it’s Finally Ready to Scale
Retail media has become one of the fastest-growing channels in advertising. Retailers are monetizing websites, apps, sponsored search,…
Executive Viewpoints March 20
Home Depot Scores World Cup Goooooal! with David Beckham Partnership, Enhances Pro Digital Offerings
The Home Depot has partnered with soccer superstar and team owner David Beckham for a FIFA World Cup…
News March 19
Build-A-Bear Springs into Wholesale with Walmart Collaboration
Real-life bears are emerging from their dens after a long winter’s hibernation, and their stuffed cousins also are…
News March 18
Family Dollar to Debut ‘Extra-Small Box’ Store Format for Dense Urban Markets
Family Dollar will begin its first full year as a standalone company with plans to pilot an extra-small…
News March 18
Dollar Tree Plans 325 Net-New Stores in 2026, Doubles Down on Multi-Price Assortment
Dollar Tree will open 400 new stores in 2026 and close 75 locations as the value retailer continues…
News March 17
How Regional Retailers can Deliver Amazon-Level Customer Experiences
Over the past decade, following Amazon’s lead, big-box stores and other national chains have fundamentally altered what customers…
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