Thu.May 16, 2024

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Retail and Healthcare: A Relationship that Today’s Technology can Promote, Strengthen and Expand

Retail TouchPoints

Healthcare and retail are being combined in ways that were unimaginable just a few years ago. By one estimate, the U.S. retail healthcare clinics market is projected to increase from $2.79 billion in 2023 to $6.36 billion by 2030. Big retailers like Walmart and Costco frequently grab headlines for major activity in the retail health sector, but just as significant are the growing number of smaller players — from pharmacies and chiropractors to wellness spas and veterinarians, to name just a few

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Grocery Prices Have Finally Fallen for the First Time in a Year

Retail Wire

Some grocery staples are seeing a decline in price.

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Ikea to build national infrastructure network for EV deliveries

Inside Retail

Ikea will invest $4.5 million to build an electric charging infrastructure for its delivery partner fleet nationwide this year. The homewares retailer has tapped Jet Charge to install electric charging and energy management systems for six vehicles at each of the 10 Ikea stores in the country. The infrastructure will also enable low-cost charging of 28 vehicles at its central distribution centre warehouse in Sydney’s Marsden Park.

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Almost 900,000 Yogi Tea Bags Recalled Over Pesticides

Retail Wire

East West Tea Company, LLC has initiated a recall affecting almost 900,000 Yogi tea bags in 54,846 boxes sold nationwide.

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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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Walmart Rolls Out Luminate Data Insights Service to Suppliers in Mexico, Canada

Retail TouchPoints

Walmart ’s Data Ventures division has announced the international expansion of the Walmart Luminate data insights platform, beginning with Walmex in Mexico and followed by Walmart Canada later this year. Launched a little over three years ago to drive more value for both the Walmart business and its suppliers, Walmart Luminate gives the retailer’s suppliers access to transaction, supply chain and shopper behavior data so they can better understand customer expectations and optimize their digit

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Mirage Closes Ahead of Hard Rock Rebrand, 2027 Reopen Planned

Retail Wire

The Mirage Hotel, credited with rebranding the Las Vegas Strip into a luxury resort destination, is shutting its doors this summer.

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Under Armour Layoffs Set Company up for Major Restructuring, Says CEO

Retail Wire

Amid a decline in revenue, the brand is restructuring.

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First Look: New Research Unpacks the Differences Between Subscriptions and Memberships

Retail TouchPoints

The terms “membership” and “subscription” are often used interchangeably in retail. However, new research from CI&T , developed in partnership with Retail TouchPoints , reveals that most consumers ( 64% ) believe there is a distinct difference between these two types of programs. Although the report won’t be released until next month, we’re offering you a first look at some of the findings.

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Modibodi was a pioneer in period underwear. Can it reinvent itself for Gen Z?

Inside Retail

Australian period underwear brand Modibodi has always taken a bold approach to advertising. It had to. When Modibodi founder Kristy Chong launched the brand in 2013, the period underwear category was in its infancy and many people still considered periods and bladder leaks to be taboo topics. Modibodi’s efforts to reposition these issues as normal human experiences – while also offering an industry-first solution to them – were truly groundbreaking.

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Ebay Plans Inaugural Recommerce Day, Launches Digital ID Integration

Retail TouchPoints

Ebay is launching a new holiday — Recommerce Day — and is even working with legislators to make it an official state holiday in California. Slated for May 21, the holiday will be celebrated across the Ebay platform as the company unveils its latest Recommerce Report. At the same time, Ebay has introduced a new integration with digital IDs from Certilogo that will make it easier for sellers to list their items on the resale platform.

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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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McDonald’s Introduces Limited-Time $5 Value Meal & New McFlurry

Retail Wire

McDonald's will launch a $5 value meal in the U.S. starting June 25, available for roughly a month.

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Verizon Launches New AI-Powered ‘Personal Shopper and Problem Solver’ Tools

Retail TouchPoints

Verizon is the latest brand to unveil new generative AI-powered services designed to streamline various stages of the online and in-store telecom retail experience that are often fraught with friction, such as customer service, product comparison and selection. These AI tools are designed to work alongside customers and frontline associates, the company said, serving as personal “guides” to give users the best information possible.

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Miniso’s revenue and profit soar as footprint expands

Inside Retail

Value retailer Miniso has posted double-digit increases in both revenue and profit for the quarter ended March 31, driven by the higher number of stores across all markets. The company’s revenue rose 26 per cent year on year to US$515.7 million, attributed to the increase in average store count and an around 9 per cent same-store sales growth. Revenue generated from mainland China was up 16.2 per cent to US$346.5 million, while revenue from overseas markets jumped 52.6 per cent to US$169.2 milli

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Fast Retailing’s GU Begins Big Global Push with NYC Flagship

Retail TouchPoints

Japanese fashion retailer GU is opening its first flagship store in New York City this fall. The Fast Retailing brand (also parent company of Uniqlo and Theory ) is launching its U.S. online store within the same timeframe. GU initially ventured into the U.S. with a NYC pop-up in 2022. Under the theme “Tokyo to SoHo,” the pop-up is still open and aims to welcome people of all cultures, values and lifestyles to the GU brand.

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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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A day in the life of Rebecca Vallance-Gasan: “I am hyper-organised”

Inside Retail

Australian fashion label Rebecca Vallance recently celebrated its first decade in business with the opening of a brand-new Sydney flagship boutique. Inside Retail spoke to the designer behind the brand, Rebecca Vallance-Gasan, about starting her day at 4 am, a must for someone running a global fashion empire. The plan is to reach 20 stores globally within the next few years, with a focus on strategic growth across both the direct-to-consumer business and international wholesale.

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Best Buy Leans into Personalization with Mobile App Updates

Retail TouchPoints

Best Buy is rolling out new features in its mobile app to better personalize the shopping experience. The electronics retailer promises that “each time you open the app, your experience will become more tailored and relevant,” with My Best Buy Plus or My Best Buy Total loyalty program members getting access to even more personalized offers and exclusive deals.

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Uber Unveils New Changes, Including Costco Perks & Shuttle Rides

Retail Wire

The new Uber offerings were announced at its annual Go-Get showcase.

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Bond-eye CEO: “Copy-cats are unable to do this which sets us apart”

Inside Retail

In 2011, Australian swimwear label Bond-eye re-entered the market, after taking a hiatus for several years to recalibrate. Since then, the brand’s attention to detail and focus on people have gotten it to runways at New York Fashion Week and Miami Swim Week – and its latest capsule collaboration with former Victoria’s Secret Angel and Sydney local, Georgia Fowler.

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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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BookTok made me buy it: How TikTok is driving a book-buying renaissance

Retail Gazette

TikTok is often associated with viral dances, seductive cooking videos and travel vlogs, but it’s also quickly become the go-to destination for all things books. Dubbed BookTok, the online community has revived people’s interest across a range of genres, and led to a book-buying renaissance. It’s the largest community on TikTok, with over 243bn views under #booktok as users share their excitement for their favourite novels.

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Under Armour plans layoffs, 25% SKU reduction

Retail Dive

With founder Kevin Plank back at the helm, the retailer is overhauling its product strategy. The brand will cut back on promotions, reprioritize men’s and invest in innovation.

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Building a bridal wear empire: Melange de Blanc’s Christina Wettstein

Inside Retail

Few industries were quite as affected by the pandemic as the bridal wear industry. As revealed by a survey Statista conducted worldwide, 82 per cent of weddings globally that was supposed to take place in April 2020 were postponed and 11 per cent were canceled. To survive the shaky state of the market, Rachel Leonard, the current editorial director of The Bridal Council and former fashion director of Brides magazine, pointed out that wedding retailers had to get resourceful.

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Pinterest and Real Simple Launch Shoppable Magazine Issue

Retail Wire

Pinterest and Real Simple magazine have partnered to create "Best & Brightest," a shoppable magazine issue featuring over 120 curated curated editor-recommended products.

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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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“This is a milestone in our expansion efforts”: Levi’s GM for South Asia

Inside Retail

In the heart of Bengaluru in India, amidst the vibrant streets of Koramangala, Levi’s has unveiled its largest mall store in India at Nexus Mall. The grand opening marks a significant chapter in Levi Strauss & Co’s expansive retail strategy within the country. The new 6000-square-foot store not only underscores the denim brand’s commitment to the Indian market but also showcases its innovative NextGen Indigo store concept, designed to enhance the consumer shopping experience.

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Ted Baker Holds Liquidation Sale in the Aftermath of Bankruptcy

Retail Wire

Ted Baker, once a stalwart of the fashion industry, finds itself embroiled in a bankruptcy saga, prompting liquidation sales across select Canadian and U.S. locations.

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The Role of User Experience in Bonus.org’s Success Story

Retail Focus

Many thriving online platforms owe their success to a good user experience (UX), and Bonus.org is no different. Although the competition is fierce, they’ve managed to stand out against the rest and provide their users with a satisfying experience on this page that keeps them coming back for more. Since the beginning, Bonus.org has recognized the crucial role that UX plays in shaping a user’s interactions and perceptions of a service.

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Samsung Responds to Apple’s Heavily Criticized ‘Crush’ Ad With a 43-Second Clip

Retail Wire

Samsung has dropped a new ad called "Creativity cannot be crushed" in reaction to Apple's iPad Pro "Crush" ad, which caused mass criticism online last week.

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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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Marimekko’s net sales up amid growth in Asia Pacific

Inside Retail

Marimekko Group ‘s net sales increased 7 per cent to €37.7 million (US$41.0 million) in the first quarter, thanks to the growth of wholesale sales in Finland and higher international sales. The textiles, clothing, and home furnishings company saw its Finland sales rise by 8 per cent while international sales increased by 6 per cent. The company noted that wholesale sales showed positive results in Asia Pacific and North America and its licensing income grew considerably.

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Netflix’s Ad-Supported Tier Has Now Reached 40 Million Monthly Users

Retail Wire

Netflix said its more cost-effective, ad-supported tier has brought in 40 million global monthly active users.

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Asos to launch in India as it signs licensing agreement

Retail Gazette

Asos is set to launch online and in-store in India as it signs a new licensing agreement with local retail company Reliance Retail. The fashion etailer said the long-term partnership will see Reliance Retail be the exclusive partner for the brand across all online and offline channels in the region. This includes the introduction of Asos’ portfolio of own-brand fashion labels to the Indian market through a multichannel presence, such as exclusive brand stores, multi-brand store expressions, and

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Macy’s and J.C. Penney have two very different real estate strategies

Retail Dive

One has a downsizing plan that includes profitable stores. The other plans to keep — and possibly open — even low-volume stores. What’s going on?

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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.