Inside Retail
APRIL 19, 2024
L’Oreal reported a 9.4 per cent rise in first quarter sales on a like-for-like basis on Thursday, beating expectations and easing concerns about a slowdown in the two biggest beauty markets the United States and China. The French cosmetics giant, which owns the Maybelline and Lancome brands, reported sales of 11.24 billion euros ($11.98 billion) for the first three months to the end of March.
Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 19, 2024
Lowe’s has partnered with the world’s best-known soccer player, Lionel Messi, and his MLS Club Inter Miami CF , for programs that spotlight Messi’s skills at assisting on the field. Members of both the MyLowe’s Rewards and MVPs Pro Rewards loyalty programs will receive an “assist” in the form of 100 points to bring them closer to their next reward. (Members must claim their points on their account dashboard by May 18.
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Retail Wire
APRIL 19, 2024
Procter & Gamble's recent quarterly results showed a mix of gains and setbacks. Despite facing challenges in attracting shoppers due to increased prices over the past two years, the company managed to exceed earnings expectations.
Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 19, 2024
Erik and Pete Nordstrom, the CEO and President, respectively, of Nordstrom , want to explore a transaction that would take the company private. In response, the Nordstrom board of directors has authorized the “exploration of possible avenues to enhance shareholder value,” forming a special committee of independent and disinterested directors to evaluate proposals from the Nordstroms as well as potential other parties.
Speaker: Loreal Lynch, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber
Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.
Retail Wire
APRIL 19, 2024
Hyundai pressed pause on advertising on X following reports that one of its ads appeared next to an antisemitic and pro-Hitler post on the social media platform.
Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 19, 2024
Businesses today are constantly looking for ways to improve their sustainability and reduce their carbon footprint. After all, studies show that consumers care more about the environmental impact of their purchasing decisions than ever before. For example, 60% of customers say they would be willing to pay more for a product with sustainable packaging, so it is paramount that businesses stay with the times and account for these shifting consumer preferences.
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Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 19, 2024
The Children’s Place will get a $90 million unsecured and subordinated loan from Mithaq Capital SPC , a Saudi Arabia-based venture capital firm that had purchased a majority stake in the company in February 2024. That stock acquisition had automatically put The Children’s Place into default on its existing credit agreements; this new financing will “waive the event of default resulting from the change in control,” according to a company statement.
Tokinomo
APRIL 19, 2024
In today's competitive marketplace, building a strong brand is essential for success. A well-defined brand not only helps businesses stand out from the crowd but also creates a sense of trust and loyalty among consumers. In this comprehensive step-by-step guide, we will explore the importance of brand building and provide practical tips on how to establish and grow your brand effectively.
Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 19, 2024
Louisa Serene Schneider did not set out to be a CEO, let alone a founder. But inspiration struck while she was working for a retail-focused hedge fund and realized the lack of safe piercing options for consumers. This white space became even more obvious to Schneider when she was looking for a safe place to get her young daughter’s ears pierced. “I started thinking about what I wanted her experience to be,” she explained.
Retail Wire
APRIL 19, 2024
Red Lobster is contemplating filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy due to mounting debts and financial challenges.
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Adopting MACH technology means more than implementing new platforms. This type of digital change affects your organization at every level and requires a thoughtful approach to navigate challenges that crop up. The Get MACH Ready report, co-authored by MACH Alliance member Scott Canney in collaboration with Orium, commercetools, and Contentstack, will provide you with strategies to prepare your organization for a digital transformation.
Inside Retail
APRIL 19, 2024
Since joining British footwear retailer JD Sports in 2022, chief executive Régis Schultz has laid out an ambitious growth plan to open 350 new stores per year, with a strong focus on North America and Europe. The retailer recently unveiled a new global flagship on the Avenue des Champs-Élysées in Paris as the city prepares to welcome athletes from around the world for the Olympic Games, but for Schultz, it’s no reason to rest on his laurels.
Retail Wire
APRIL 19, 2024
Consumer Reports has completed an extensive review of pesticides in 59 types of fruits and vegetables commonly found in the U.S. The study analyzed seven years of data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture, revealing concerning findings about pesticide residues in our food.
Inside Retail
APRIL 19, 2024
Retail Fest 2024 keynote speakers and panel guests analysed and strategised how retailers can approach a hybrid shopping experience. The consensus is that both online and offline stores require a deep understanding of brand and consumers. Technology and opportunities to connect with customers are rapidly evolving but top industry marketers are still championing the fundamentals.
Retail Wire
APRIL 19, 2024
Tesla is recalling almost 4,000 Cybertrucks due to a sticking accelerator pedal. The problem stems from an unauthorized lubricant used during assembly, which reduces the pad's grip on the pedal.
Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali
Imagine a retail landscape where every interaction is personalized, every decision informed, and every opportunity maximized 🤔✨ Join us for an exploratory journey into the heart of AI-driven retail innovation. We’ll unveil the transformative potential of AI and data analytics in shaping the future of omnichannel personalization and e-commerce.
Inside Retail
APRIL 19, 2024
Swatch has opened an art exhibit to celebrate its new store at Collins Street in Melbourne, one of its largest locations in the Southern Hemisphere. The watch retailer partnered with Tata Gallery to showcase its brand-new range of products through a pop-up art maze installation. The art journey is available for guests from April 19 to 26, between 11 am and 3 pm daily.
Retail Wire
APRIL 19, 2024
Apple has taken down WhatsApp and Threads from its app store in China due to an order from the country's internet regulator over national security concerns.
Retail Gazette
APRIL 19, 2024
Hundreds of Morrisons workers have threatened to launch strike action over a change to their pensions that will leave them worse off by around £500 a year, says Unite union. The union says “approximately 1,000 Unite members” working at the supermarket’s warehouses in Cheshire and Wakefield are taking part in a ballot to decide whether workers will strike to “protect their pensions and take home pay”.
Retail Wire
APRIL 19, 2024
The company's Infinite Herbs Organic Basil product is recalled due to a possible salmonella contamination.
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Understanding the intricate world of Point-of-Sale (POS) technology is a common challenge for tech buyers. When it comes to defining the functions of Point-of-Sale systems, the communications have yet to be standardized–—until now. Forrester’s new report, Demystifying The Technical Functions of POS Solutions, breaks through the noise and provides business leaders with the information and tools they need to evaluate the features of POS systems.
365 Retail
APRIL 19, 2024
IKEA Ireland has opened a new state-of-the-art distribution centre located in Rathcoole, Co. Dublin, marking a significant milestone in the company’s expansion within Ireland. This facility, which employs over 200 people, is part of IKEA’s continued investment in the region that includes upgrades to the Ballymun store and a collaboration with Tesco Ireland to offer an affordable collection service.
Retail Wire
APRIL 19, 2024
An air traffic controller instructed one plane to cross the runway at the same time a second plane was taking off.
365 Retail
APRIL 19, 2024
Charles Tyrwhitt has opened a new flagship store on London’s prestigious Regent Street, marking the brand’s eighth opening in just one year. The store, located at no.218 Regent Street, welcomes the public starting April 19th, and is situated in a beautifully preserved grade-listed building. Perfectly positioned just moments from Oxford Street tube station, the new 4,200 sq. foot store offers an immersive shopping experience.
Retail Wire
APRIL 19, 2024
Wayfair, the online furniture retailer, announced its first physical store opening next month.
Speaker: Jennifer Wright, Michael Scholz, Jasmin Guthmann, and Scott Canney
Digital transformation in retail is so much more than new technology. You need to get your whole organization, from entry-level workers to executives, on board with the new tech, new skills, and culture changes that digital transformation brings. Leading this mindset shift can be a daunting task… but that’s where this webinar comes in! Join our panel of experts as they guide you through the challenges of digital transformation, preparing you to avoid common mistakes and make the most of incredib
Retail Gazette
APRIL 19, 2024
Tesco will appear before the Supreme Court next week as union leaders challenge a Court of Appeal ruling on the supermarket’s controversial “fire and rehire” tactics. The case, which will be heard on Tuesday 23 and Wednesday 24 April, is part of a long-running legal battle between the two. Usdaw members employed by Tesco in its Daventry and Litchfield Distribution Centres won a landmark legal victory against the supermarket back in 2021 after it had proposed to remove “retained
Retail Dive
APRIL 19, 2024
The channel leverages Amazon’s “shop the show” technology enabling viewers to easily purchase content seen on their TV screen via a mobile device.
Retail Gazette
APRIL 19, 2024
Asda co-owner Zuber Issa close to securing a deal to sell his £500m stake in the supermarket to its private equity backer TDR Capital. Issa is understood in the final stages of negotiations to dispose of his 22.5% holding in the grocery giant, Bloomberg reported. If successful, the deal will give TDR Capital a majority stake in Asda and further unwind the business ties between Issa and his brother, Mohsin.
365 Retail
APRIL 19, 2024
Despite the Government refusing to overturn the abolition of the duty-free shopping for tourists in the Spring Budget, now half (50%) of UK consumers want the scheme to be reinstated, according to the latest research from Retail Technology Show (RTS), the leading event that connects retail’s changemakers and leading tech innovators. Original research of over 1,000 shoppers by the RTS, which takes place at London Olympia on the 24 and 25 April 2024, revealed half (50%) of consumers think the Gove
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Retail Gazette
APRIL 19, 2024
UK supermarkets have been accused of using “inconsistent” and “misleading” labelling on products, making it difficult for customers to know where their groceries come from. An investigation by Which? found that grocers were selling goods which had “meaningless” statements on their packets. It’s mandatory for retailers to include the country of origin on specific foods such as fresh fruit and vegetables, unprocessed meats, fish, olive oil and wine, althou
Retail Customer Experience
APRIL 19, 2024
Kathy Kimple, executive director of strategy at OSF Digital, explains how AI is shaping the retail industry in various ways including hyper-personalization of customer experiences, automating tasks to maximize profitability, and increasing employee satisfaction.
Cisco Retail
APRIL 19, 2024
Cisco’s 7th annual Partner Innovation Challenge has ascended to global prominence, captivating partners from an astounding 96 countries and distributing over $3.3 million USD in collective rewards.
Shopping Center
APRIL 19, 2024
Colonie, N.Y. — Three new tenants have signed leases at Northway Mall, a 480,000-square-foot retail center located in Colonie. Mattress Firm, Mission BBQ and Club Pilates have opened at the property,… The post Three New Tenants Sign Leases at Northway Mall in New York appeared first on Shopping Center Business.
Speaker: Shaunna Bruton - Associate Director of Product Strategy at Orium | Sam Panzer - Director of Industry Strategy at Talon.One | Frank Passantino - Director of Product Management at Bloomreach
More and more, customers are expecting a better personalized CX. But can retailers actually deliver? Data from McKinsey shows that companies that excel in personalization increase their revenue by 40%, but despite these numbers, retailers struggle to implement customer personalization strategies. So what are the potential solutions? Join us to gain a better understanding of the current retail landscape and learn what you can do to translate personalization strategies into practical implementatio
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