Wed.Feb 01, 2023

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Judge Rules that Amazon Illegally Threatened Organizing Workers at Two Warehouses

Retail TouchPoints

A judge with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) ruled that Amazon illegally threatened to withhold raises and bene f its from workers at two New York City warehouses if they voted to form a union. Administrative Law Judge Benjamin Green’s ruling concerns JFK8, which successfully unionized in April 2022, and LDJ5, which rejected its own union campaign in May 2022.

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Retail display ideas to engage shoppers in-store

Tokinomo

Retail displays are an important aspect of retail design and play a crucial role in attracting and engaging customers. A well-designed display can create a memorable shopping experience, encourage customer interaction and ultimately drive sales.

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Canada Goose, Net-a-Porter Aim to Extend Product Life with New Resale, Repair Programs

Retail TouchPoints

Premium brands Canada Goose and YOOX Net-a-Porter Group have both rolled out new programs to showcase the quality of their products and reduce waste as part of ongoing sustainability initiatives. Canada Goose has launched a resale program powered by Trove. YOOX Net-a-Porter, which launched its own resale program in fall 2021, has now partnered with The Seam to offer its customers repair and alteration services as well.

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“Recovery will be mixed”: How retailers are responding to Auckland floods

Inside Retail

Flooding in Auckland is hitting the retail industry hard as it recovers from the Covid-19 pandemic. While the extent of the damage, and the subsequent cost of the recovery process is unknown, experts have estimated that it might cost the economy $ 446 million. Over 15,000 insurance claims have already been lodged, with more that 5,000 properties affected.

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A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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Gen Z is Hyperconscious of Greenwashing in Retail — Defining ‘True’ Sustainability for a Young Demographic

Retail TouchPoints

Gen Z has been shaped by a number of factors, including the COVID-19 pandemic and the economic downturn that followed. While sustainability and climate change were already topics of conversation, the pandemic put them into overdrive with more people thinking about where, how and why they purchase the consumer goods they use. As true digital natives, Gen Z has proven to be more sophisticated, critical consumers of media than any generation before them.

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Ikea takes stake in $2bn Victorian renewable energy project

Inside Retail

Ingka Group, furniture retailer Ikea’s owner, has purchased a 15 per cent stake in TagEnergy’s $2 billion Golden Plains Wind Farm near Geelong, Victoria. Ingka Investment – the group’s investment arm – says this is the first major renewable energy investment made by the company in Australia. The project consists of two stages: a 756MW stage one featuring 122 turbines and a 500MW stage two featuring 93 turbines along with a 300MW battery storage facility at Golden Plains.

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Counterfeit vapes are undermining efforts to reduce smoking

Talking Retail

By Martin Cullip There is a vaping epidemic taking place across the UK, but not necessarily the one some would expect. The sale of hundreds of thousands of counterfeit vapes, as opposed to legal, regulated products, should be the real cause of concern. The vast majority of people who pick up a vape do so.

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Retailers Raise $384,000 for Vulnerable Children at Pre-NRF Event

Retail TouchPoints

On Jan. 14, 2023 — the day before the NRF Big Show kicked off — more than 220 retail executives gathered at Microsoft’s New York headquarters for a good cause at the RetailROI (Retail Orphan Initiative) SuperSaturday event. Bringing together top retail and technology executives, the day featured business content and networking, but the ultimate aim was raising funds and creating solutions to help orphans around the globe as well as children in the foster system.

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Kohl’s lays off 60 at corporate headquarters

Retail Dive

Many of the affected employees worked in the marketing or merchandising departments, a company spokesperson confirmed.

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How jewellery brand Kajal Naina is bringing Nepalese culture to the world

Inside Retail

Handcrafted jewellery brand Kajal Naina recently opened its first physical store in Hong Kong at Harbour City as the start-up gains recognition locally and throughout the Asia Pacific region. The flagship store features Hong Kong’s first-ever jewellery bar concept, which allows customers to participate in the making of their dream pieces. Kajal Naina, the namesake founder behind the brand, believes a true statement piece can only be achieved through co-creation between the brand and the custome

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Humans + Agents = Rethinking Enterprise Commerce with AI

AI agents already analyze trends, draft content, and trigger actions across leading commerce platforms. Yet most organizations still rely on workflows built for human‑only teams, losing speed, margin, and customer loyalty. Humans + Agents: Rethinking Enterprise Commerce in the Age of AI Collaboration shows how to close that gap. In one concise read you’ll see where agent gains surface first, how early adopters prove ROI, and which lean controls keep innovation moving without risking data or bran

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Black-owned businesses upbeat despite funding challenges

Retail Wire

Forty-four percent of Black-owned businesses struggle to find funding and 78 percent say it is difficult to find customers who are not Black, according to a new study by Shopify. On a positive note, 68 percent of Black-owned businesses are optimistic about their growth prospects.

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One-size management is a thing of the past

Inside Retail

When I first stepped into a leadership role, back in my 20s, I was determined to adapt my style to best suit those I led. In fact, my company had trained us how to do it, so I was engaged, on board and equipped for it. When my first leadership 360 came around, I recall rubbing my hands in glee, so sure that I had nailed ‘one size does not fit all’ leadership.

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Trucking companies see freight demand rebounding in 2H 2023

Retail Wire

Trucking companies expect freight volumes to pick up in the second half of the year as customers use the first six months to work through excess inventory. “The general consensus, almost unanimous, from customers that have given us feedback about their inventories has been that by the time they get through the spring, things are caught up,” said David Jackson, president and CEO of Knight-Swift Transportation Holdings.

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Many brands are ‘reluctant buyers’ of ads on retail media networks, study shows

Retail Dive

The majority of marketers surveyed by the Association of National Advertisers use at least five retail media networks, but some have concerns.

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5 Tips for a Winning Category Management Strategy in 2025

Category Management is a cornerstone of a successful retail strategy. While it promotes collaboration between manufacturers and retailers to optimize category performance, challenges persist in its effective implementation due to hurdles in communication and collaboration across teams and partners, and more. In this guide, we outline five essential strategies for success in 2025 that will touch on all the essential pieces of a successful strategy and implementation.

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NLRB judge finds Amazon discriminated against union organizers

Retail Wire

A judge for the National Labor Relations Board found that Amazon.com discriminated against union organizers at a warehouse in Staten Island. The company, the judge found, also illegally threatened to withhold pay raises and additional benefits from workers during a collective bargaining agreement period. Amazon disputes the findings.

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9 emerging DTC brands to watch in 2023

Retail Dive

From makeup and skincare to tinned fish and running shoes, these are the brands that stand out in an increasingly crowded retail environment.

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Karimoku opens Kyoto showroom informed by traditional houses and temple gardens

Dezeen

Designer Keiji Ashizawa has created the interior of Japanese furniture brand Karimoku 's second showroom , which features a combination of its own wooden furniture and pieces by local artists and artisans. Set in a three-storey building, the brand describes Karimoku Commons Kyoto as a "hybrid space", which will function as a showroom and also house office spaces for employees.

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Nike sues Lululemon over shoe manufacturing patents

Retail Dive

The Canadian apparel brand is known for its performance fabrics and released its first footwear designs less than a year ago.

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Cut Costs & Complexity: Smarter Fulfillment for Home, Furniture & DIY Brands

Late deliveries. Split shipments. Spiraling freight costs. For home, furniture, and DIY brands, fulfillment has never been more complex—or more critical. This report outlines how a smarter, AI-ready order management system (OMS) helps you reduce shipping costs, streamline project-based fulfillment, and ensure accurate inventory across every channel.

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FTC Extends Deadline for Public Comment on Green Guides to April 24, 2023

Hunton Andrews Kurth

The FTC has announced that it is extending by 60 days (from February 21 to April 24, 2023) the public comment period on potential updates to the agency’s “Green Guides.” As we previously reported , since mid-December 2022, the FTC has been gathering input on various aspects of the Guides for the Use of Environmental Marketing Claims. According to the FTC’s announcement, several interested parties asked the agency for additional time to provide their feedback, citing a desire to conduct consumer

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Magic Spoon expands retail launch to 6,800 stores

Retail Dive

The cereal brand, which was only available online until last summer, will be sold at Walmart, Kroger and Albertsons, as well as more Target locations.

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Nike and Tiffany team up on new sneaker

Retail Wire

Nike has created a sneaker with a “Tiffany Blue Swoosh” on the side. The sneakers, which feature a sterling silver plate, are intended to attract younger, affluent consumers to the luxury jeweler’s stores.

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Peloton touts ‘best quarterly performance’ in a year

Retail Dive

However, revenue was still down 30% year over year and net loss exceeded $300 million.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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Peloton CEO says ‘epic comeback’ is in the making

Retail Wire

Peloton lost less money in the second quarter than expected by analysts and the majority of its sales came from higher profit subscriptions. “If you’ve been wondering whether or not Peloton can make an epic comeback, this quarter’s results show the changes we’re making are working,” said Peloton CEO Barry McCarthy.

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Walmart to sell hair care line by actress Tia Mowry

Retail Dive

The mass merchant has steadily been adding to its roster of up-and-coming brands in order to stay relevant with consumers.

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Old-school haggling goes viral on TikTok

Retail Wire

Old-school watch dealers are haggling with customers over watches promoted as vintage and it’s generating big viewing numbers on TikTok.

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Reporter’s Notebook: The New Orleans menswear shop that brought Zegna to America

Retail Dive

Trends may come and trends may go, but as long as men wear clothing, century-old Rubensteins will be in business.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Hokas are hot

Retail Wire

Hoka began in 2009 as a highly cushioned running shoe for marathoners. Today, its popularity is growing among other runners, hikers and weightlifters. “This is the antithesis of minimalist sneakers. It’s the maximum amount of comfort,” said John Fisher, former CEO of Saucony. “They take comfort and they translate it to the greatest depth of midsole and outsole on the market.

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Policing chief tells Federation of Independent Retailers tackling retail crime is a priority

Talking Retail

Policing minister Chris Philp has reassured the Federation of Independent Retailers (The Fed) that tackling retail crime is a priority for the government. “As part of our political engagement strategy and commitment to raising awareness in the government of the scale of retail crime,” national president Jason Birks wrote to Philp in December. He invited.

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Nike suing Lululemon for patent infringement

Retail Wire

Nike claims that Lululemon illegally infringed on three of its patents in the development of its Chargefeel Mid, Chargefeel Low, Blissfeel and Strongfeel shoes. A Lululemon spokesperson said, “Nike’s claims are unjustified, and we look forward to proving our case in court.

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Aldi expands Too Good To Go partnership nationwide following successful trial

Talking Retail

Aldi is rolling out its partnership with the world’s largest surplus food platform, Too Good To Go, across all of its 990 UK stores. Following a successful trial last year, Aldi is now offering surplus food bags available nationwide, in a bid to tackle food waste while also offering even lower prices to customers. The.

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SEO vs. PPC: Which Strategy Is Best for Your Business?

When it comes to driving traffic and growing your online presence, businesses often ask: SEO or PPC—what’s the better choice? This guide breaks down the key differences between search engine optimization (SEO) and pay-per-click (PPC) advertising, highlighting their pros, cons, and best use cases. Whether you’re looking for long-term organic growth or immediate visibility through paid ads, we’ll help you determine which strategy—or combination of both—is right for your business.