Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 3, 2022

CS Hudson recently hosted its fourth annual Live. Love. Laugh., an immersive retail experience, to benefit the children of Help USA ’s Help Suffolk Chapter, a homeless housing facility on Long Island. The event, held at Tanger Outlets in Riverhead, N.Y. in December 2021, bussed in children to grab their favorite toys and take part in live activities in a pop-up shopping experience.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 3, 2022

After a massive spike in Covid-19 cases over the holiday season in New South Wales, Woolworths is suffering from a logistics bottleneck across the state as more and more distribution staff are unable to work due to the “high levels of Covid in the community” With much of the retail group’s NSW operations hinging on a few key DCs in the Greater Sydney Area, many deliveries of necessary stock are unable to be sent through to stores due to high levels of staff “absenteeism&#

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 3, 2022

As early as February 2021, industry analysts predicted the year’s holiday ecommerce sales would climb to $206.88 billion, accounting for a record 18.9% of all holiday retail revenue and representing an 11.3% increase over last year’s ecommerce earnings. These numbers fall right in line with the overall surge in ecommerce spending we’ve witnessed over the last 18 months.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 3, 2022

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has said it will “name and shame” retailers and suppliers jacking up the price of rapid antigen tests, as the Omicron pandemic continues to spread. ACCC chair Rod Sims said the watchdog had already received over 100 customer contacts in relation to the pricing of rapid antigen tests, which are sold across several facets of retail and are currently in short supply – a factor Sims hopes won’t lead unscrupulous actors to use the RATs to make a prof

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 3, 2022

The Container Store has acquired Chicago-based home storage solutions and closet organization company Closet Works for $21.5 million as it looks to expand its manufacturing capabilities and design customization offerings. The Container Store already manufactures component-based systems through its wholly owned subsidiary Elfa. With the acquisition of Closet Works, the retailer will expand its manufacturing capabilities to include wood-based spaces and enhance its premium wood-based product offer

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 3, 2022

The holiday season is a time of merriment and joy, a time to gather with friends and family, when we’re encouraged to slow down and remember the simple things in life. Ironically, it’s also when we spend hours in a car, driving to the mall for the sales and to spend those Christmas vouchers. When it comes to mall irony, though, few people have felt it as profoundly as the “father of the suburban mall”, Victor Gruen, whose idealistic urban vision became the suburban reality we know today.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 3, 2022

It’s likely you’ll know a Tommy Hilfiger red, white and blue sweater when you see it. With the brand’s small logo embroidered on the left hand side, it’s a staple item in any preppy wardrobe, without realising there is more to the fashion designer than the traditional American aesthetic we’re familiar with. The reality is that the brand is deeply invested in uplifting the next generation of designers and championing diversity, inclusion and sustainability.

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Retail Wire

JANUARY 3, 2022

Quebec moved ahead yesterday with the first of three planned closures of retail stores designated as non-essential. The Canadian province plans to close most retail stores over the next two Sundays as it seeks to reduce the stress on its overburdened health care system. Charles Milliard, president of the Quebec Federation of Chambers of Commerce, criticized the move. “The last thing businesses need during these difficult times is additional restrictions,” he said. “We must leav

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 3, 2022

Despite lockdown-driven demand, the pizza franchise market faces some challenges, but this is one sector that continues to rise, with players both large and small innovating to serve up the good stuff for their customers. Pizza takeaway and delivery brings in revenue of $3.9 billion in Australia, employing about 38,000 people across 6449 businesses.

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Retail Wire

JANUARY 3, 2022

Online sales accounted for 20 percent of all consumer spending during the holiday season, according to Mastercard Spending Pulse. That means that large numbers of returns are bound to follow. Retailers could be looking at returns totaling up to $114 billion if traditional return rates apply.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 3, 2022

We chat with this retail exec from Australian Brands Alliance Labels about his first job selling jeans at the markets, his business heroes and how the pandemic has changed him as a leader. What’s the best piece of business advice you’ve ever received? Always be honest and fair with everyone you deal with. Often, I see business leaders keeping empathy, honesty, and integrity out of their work – they save it for a particular group of people or set of circumstances, rather than treating

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Retail Wire

JANUARY 3, 2022

Stores and other parts of retail organizations are facing staff shortages as the Omicron variant spreads rapidly across the U.S. Tops Market in New York State is asking workers to pick up additional shifts to help cover its associate shortfall.

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VMS

JANUARY 3, 2022

Walgreens Boots Alliance (Deerfield, Ill.) may sell its U.K.-based Boots pharmacies to private equity, reports Forbes. London’s Sunday Times reports that Walgreens “received a takeover approach from Bain Capital more than two months ago” and is “positioning itself as a frontrunner in a forthcoming auction for Boots after completing months of due diligence.”.

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Retail Wire

JANUARY 3, 2022

France is instituting a three-week ban on eating and drinking on public transportation, theaters and sporting venues as it seeks to curb the spread of COVID-19. A recent spike in cases and hospitalizations driven by the Omicron variant has put pressure on the country’s medical institutions.

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JANUARY 3, 2022

The city of Quebec, Canada, has begun the first of three scheduled closures of non-essential retail stores in an effort to reduce the spread of the Omicron variant of Covid, reports NPR. Premier Francois Legault announced that most stores – with the exception of pharmacies, c-stores and gas stations – will be closed for the next three Sundays. Quebec recently reported 15,845 new cases and, according to the health department, hospitalizations linked to these cases are up exponentially.

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Retail Wire

JANUARY 3, 2022

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has instituted new rules intended to clarify whether foods contain ingredients that have been genetically modified. Foods previously labeled as containing “genetically modified organisms” (GMOs) will now be designated as “bioengineered.” The USDA created the new rules to provide a uniform labeling system that replaces a patchwork of state-directed labels.

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LS Retail

JANUARY 3, 2022

©iStock/tadamichi What's affecting me, my clients, my colleagues and other global small business owners: 10 global small business growth strategies for 2022. 4 trends that will reshape the global small business landscape in 2022 and beyond. Will 2022 be poised for slow, steady growth ? Quote of the week: "There is no way to turn off this global economy, nor should one try.

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Retail Wire

JANUARY 3, 2022

Millions of American families with children that have been counting on monthly checks since July will go without, as of Jan. 15. The result is that billions of dollars will be taken out of the economy used for childcare, food and other needs and wants.

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Mulesoft

JANUARY 3, 2022

Major data hacks are unfortunately common occurrences in our modern world. The question we should all be asking ourselves whenever we see this news is, “Are my APIs and data secure?” If you’re asking that question after a hack occurs, you’re too late. In this article, I will cover common threats and vulnerabilities that hackers […].

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Retail Wire

JANUARY 3, 2022

Guggenheim Analyst Robert Drbul expects that Nike will grow its market share in 2022 as the company’s consumer-direct efforts grow in popularity and it addresses supply chain issues that affected its numbers in 2021. Mr. Drbul said Nike’s steps into the metaverse, including the acquisition of RTFKT, bear watching.

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Shopping Center

JANUARY 3, 2022

East Peoria, Ill. — Krab Kingz has opened at EastPort Plaza, a shopping center located within the central Illinois town of East Peoria. The seafood restaurant specializes in Southern-style seafood boils and offers fresh king crab, snow crab and blue… The post Krab Kingz Opens Restaurant in Central Illinois appeared first on Shopping Center Business.

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Retail Wire

JANUARY 3, 2022

While some big name companies have withdrawn from exhibiting at the annual Consumer Electronics Show (CES), that hasn’t stopped others from bringing their technological innovations to Las Vegas. Many of the products on display use technology to make the lives of consumers healthier and happier with products designed to assist in health and beauty activities.

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Shopping Center

JANUARY 3, 2022

Lakewood, Colo. — Blue West Capital has arranged the sale of a 42,755-square-foot multi-tenant retail center located at 10750 West Colfax Ave. in Lakewood, roughly seven miles west of downtown Denver. Tom Ethington of Blue West Capital represented the seller,… The post Blue West Capital Arranges Sale of 42,755-Square-Foot Shopping Center in Metro Denver appeared first on Shopping Center Business.

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Mass Relators

JANUARY 3, 2022

DEERFIELD, Ill. — According to various published reports in the U.K., Walgreens Boots Alliance may sell its Boots pharmacies to private equity firms. The Sunday Times in London said Walgreens “received an acquisition approach from Bain Capital more than two months ago” and “is positioning itself as a leader in an upcoming auction for boots after months of due diligence.”.

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Shopping Center

JANUARY 3, 2022

Upland, Calif. — Lewis Retail Centers, an Upland, California-based shopping center developer, has promoted Ken Caren to the position of senior vice president of commercial development. In his new role, Caren will be responsible for directing all activities related to… The post Lewis Retail Centers Promotes New Senior Vice President appeared first on Shopping Center Business.

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Mass Relators

JANUARY 3, 2022

ZAANDAM, the Netherlands – Ahold Delhaize on Monday kicked off a €1 billion ($1.13 billion) share buyback program. The program, first announced on November 15, is expected to be completed by the end of the year, the company said. The stock buyback is part of what the company describes as an effort to maintain a balanced approach between funding growth in key channels and returning excess liquidity to shareholders, as part of a financial framework to support its Leading Together strategy.

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Retail Minded

JANUARY 3, 2022

When independent advocates speak up in favor of your brand, this is immensely valuable and can build momentum behind your business in various ways. From catalyzing brand awareness to showing that you are a trusted name in your niche, earning loyal and vocal supporters in the social media age has a lot to offer organizations of all sizes. Luckily you can achieve this quicker and more successfully than ever thanks to the automation of your outreach campaigns, all while retaining the personalizatio

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Retail Times

JANUARY 3, 2022

According to retail experts Springboard, despite a footfall drop of -15% across all UK retail destinations last week versus the week before (the run up to Christmas), things looked up for high streets on New Year’s Eve with a rise of +5.2% from the week before (Christmas Eve). This is a sharp contrast with New Year's Eve 2019 when high street footfall declined by -9% from the week before.

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Shopping Center

JANUARY 3, 2022

Phoenix — Orion Investment Real Estate has arranged the purchase of a retail property located at the northwest corner of 53rd Avenue and Bell Road in Phoenix. Corridor Living LLC acquired the building from McLean Holdings for $3.1 million. Four… The post Orion Investment Real Estate Brokers $3.1 Million Acquisition of Retail Building in Phoenix appeared first on Shopping Center Business.

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Retail Times

JANUARY 3, 2022

Today (Monday 3rd January), M&S is launching its Sparking Change National Challenge, inviting its 14 million Sparks customers to try a lower carbon diet, feel healthier and potentially save money – all whilst benefiting the planet.

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