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Tractor Supply Grows Long-Term Store Goal to 3,200 Locations

Tractor Supply Co. plans to open approximately 100 new stores in 2025 as it moves toward its eventual…

News December 9
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How Carter’s is Evolving with the Needs of Gen Z Parents

More than two-thirds (67%) of American adults with an income of $100,000 or more are parents, representing a…

Features December 6
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NRF expects retail returns to reach new highs this year.

NRF Expects Returns to Ramp Up Again in 2024, Accounting for 16.9% of Annual Sales

Total returns are projected to reach $890 billion in 2024, up from the estimated $743 billion of merchandise…

News December 5
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Olympic snowboarder Shaun White chills in the modern version of Lovesac's original beanbag chair.

Why Lovesac’s Founder Thinks Making ‘Stuff that Sustains’ is the True Key to Sustainability

The origin story of furniture brand Lovesac is one of those great “started in the parents’ garage” sagas…

Features December 5
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Walmart Pilots Free App with Live Visual Interpretation for Blind Customers

Walmart has debuted a pilot program with Aira, a mobile app that connects blind and low vision customers…

News December 4
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Hanes for Good Program Marks 15 Years with Relief for Hurricanes Helene and Milton

Since its inception in 2009, Hanes for Good has donated more than 6 million apparel items to hundreds…

News December 3
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From Unwanted to Pre-Loved: the Branding Lessons from Poshmark and Mercari

Pre-loved fashion is having its moment, and for good reason. In the past year, 42% of U.S. shoppers…

Executive Viewpoints December 2
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Progressive Groups Plan Global BFCM Strikes Against Amazon

For the fifth year, UNI Global Union and Progressive International will spearhead strikes and protests during the Black…

News November 27
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Olivela CEO Stacey Boyd joined Sentebale, one of the organizations taking part in the new Women’s Empowerment Fund, on a mission trip to Africa earlier this year.

Olivela Debuts Women’s Empowerment Fund Ahead of Giving Tuesday

Purpose-driven luxury retailer Olivela already donates a portion of every sale to a range of causes. Now the…

News November 27
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