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Deep DiveVisa, Mastercard face biggest challenges in a decade
Regulatory, legislative and court confrontations over the card network companies' fees are ratcheting up pressure again for reform of the behemoths' practices.
By Lynne Marek • May 21, 2021 -
Deep Dive
Can banks win in the booming buy now, pay later space?
While buy now, pay later represents a niche of the payments ecosystem, banks should take note of what its growth says about the next generation of consumers.
By Anna Hrushka • May 21, 2021 -
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Vans pulls up VF Corp as apparel replenishment begins
The hit sneaker brand is in comeback mode, but Europe's pandemic troubles and questions around inventory remain bumps in the road.
By Daphne Howland • May 21, 2021 -
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Seeking a post-bankruptcy rebound, Tuesday Morning adds former Burlington execs to C-suite
The off-price retailer brought in Fred Hand as CEO and Marc Katz as interm CFO as it tries to stabalize and grow in the sector.
By Ben Unglesbee • May 21, 2021 -
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Foot Locker to convert, wind down most Footaction stores
A third of the stores will be converted to other company banners, while "the majority" of the remaining fleet will be shut down as leases expire.
By Cara Salpini • May 21, 2021 -
Petco posts 'record' Q1, raises full-year outlook
The retailer has been able to ride the wave of increased categorical demand this past year as consumers turned to their pets for comfort.
By Caroline Jansen • May 20, 2021 -
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L Brands says the government's pandemic relief drove $125M in sales and stoked profits
With Bath & Body Works sales nearly doubled and Victoria's Secret on the mend, the company named new CFOs for when they separate in August.
By Daphne Howland • May 20, 2021 -
Kohl's posts 70% sales growth as it rides consumer momentum in Q1
The retailer raised its forecast for the year — which would still leave it short of pre-pandemic levels — while touting new brand partnerships.
By Ben Unglesbee • May 20, 2021 -
Home Depot outpaces Lowe's in Q1
Even with restrictions easing, the retailers reported double-digit sales gains as consumers continue to take on home improvement projects.
By Caroline Jansen • May 19, 2021 -
Courtesy of Target
Target's comp sales up 23% as its private brands hit record growth
The retailer's fulfillment services and portfolio of private labels across multiple categories have kept shoppers hooked post-2020.
By Maria Monteros • May 19, 2021 -
Courtesy of Knix
Knix raises $40M as it looks to expand retail fleet, grow brand
The intimates brand says it is on pace to generate $100 million in sales and is "highly profitable."
By Ben Unglesbee • May 19, 2021 -
Courtesy of Walmart
Walmart maintains growth with online sales up 37%
After a "strong" first quarter, CEO Doug McMillon said the retailer expects "continued pent-up demand" throughout the year.
By Maria Monteros • May 18, 2021 -
Ahead of public debut, BarkBox parent posts 79% revenue increase
The brand reported preliminary Q4 results before a shareholder vote at the end of this month to approve its acquisition by Northern Star Acquisition Corp.
By Caroline Jansen • May 18, 2021 -
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Macy's credits speedy vaccinations, pandemic relief for Q1 rebound
People are buying apparel again — even dresses — after living in sweats during the pandemic, but a comparison to 2019 reveals a retailer in decline.
By Daphne Howland • May 18, 2021 -
Courtesy of Casper
Growth in wholesale helps push Casper's revenue up 13% in Q1
Revenue from the brand's retail partners, which include Nordstrom and Sam's Club, increased 53.7%, while its DTC business saw an 11.1% rise.
By Caroline Jansen • May 18, 2021 -
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At Home's largest shareholder to vote against sale
CAS Investment Partners, which owns about 17% of the retailer's common stock, sent a letter to the board opposing the sale to Hellman & Friedman.
By Caroline Jansen • May 17, 2021 -
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How Overstock learned to love retail again
CEO Jonathan Johnson discusses why he brought the company back to its roots and away from the blockchain experiments that infatuated his predecessor.
By Ben Unglesbee • May 17, 2021 -
Dillard's surprises with 73% sales spike
Vaccinations, stimulus and warm weather drove up margins, profits and the top line, a sign of major recovery from last year's declines.
By Ben Unglesbee • May 14, 2021 -
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PayPal acquires returns startup Happy Returns
After investing in the startup in 2019, the payments platform is now buying it, to better serve consumers throughout their purchase journey.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 14, 2021 -
Courtesy of Walmart
Walmart to acquire virtual fitting room startup Zeekit
The testing technology's three founders — Yael Vizel, Alon Kristal and Nir Appleboim — will join Walmart as part of the deal.
By Maria Monteros • May 13, 2021 -
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The digital Saks raises $465M in debt capital to fuel growth
The funding is aimed at helping the newly separated e-commerce company capitalize on an expanding market in online luxury retail.
By Ben Unglesbee • May 13, 2021 -
Ralph Lauren unloads Club Monaco to private equity
The apparel company has been working to sharpen its focus and trim its portfolio, including turning its low-cost Chaps brand into a licensed business.
By Daphne Howland • May 13, 2021 -
Centric Brands adds to exec ranks, board as it eyes post-bankruptcy growth
The licensing specialist has brought in a former Pandora executive and past president of Lord & Taylor to help lead it in a new era.
By Ben Unglesbee • May 12, 2021 -
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Report: Retail tech investments at fastest run rate in 5 years
The enhancement of supply chain and omnichannel capabilities continue to drive funding as retailers approach a post-pandemic world, CB Insights found.
By Maria Monteros • May 12, 2021 -
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Simon Q1 shows a mall business on the mend, but in flux
Traffic and purchases are recovering, but the REIT is signing more temporary leases, agreeing to more rents based on sales and leaving some space empty.
By Daphne Howland • May 12, 2021
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