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    Walmart thinking ‘more cautiously’ about the consumer amid volatile sales trends

    CFO John David Rainey warned of “somewhat uneven” sales, which led to softness at the end of October, but noted things looked better in November.

    By • Nov. 16, 2023
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    NRF releases 4 principles for AI use in retail

    The organization is providing a framework to encourage the proper application of artificial intelligence technology. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 16, 2023
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    How the payments landscape is changing

    As the space rapidly shifts, the future is for anyone's taking. 

    By Retail Dive staff
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    The Weekly Closeout: Dr. Martens names CFO and 7-Eleven unveils a holiday collection

    The shoe company also announced its first chief brand officer, while the c-store released apparel and merch for the season.

    By Retail Dive Staff • Nov. 16, 2023
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    Bed Bath & Beyond’s new CEO exited. Now what?

    Jonathan Johnson bet it all on the home retailer, rebranding Overstock in the process. Then activists called for his ouster.

    By • Nov. 16, 2023
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    Amazon unveils heavy-lifting warehouse robot Titan

    A fulfillment center in San Antonio is the first to use the technology in its operations to carry larger and bulkier items.

    By Max Garland • Nov. 15, 2023
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    Target CEO touts ‘meaningful improvement’ in profits even as revenue falls 4.2%

    The retailer said easing inflation could bring shoppers back to discretionary categories as it adds updated merchandise for the holiday season.

    By • Nov. 15, 2023
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    Amid another leadership shakeup, Nike hires ex-Amazon Fashion chief

    Muge Erdirik Dogan spent 16 years at the e-commerce giant, leading the apparel business for three. Her hire is just one of a slew of changes Nike announced.

    By • Nov. 15, 2023
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    Amazon expands Buy with Prime features in time for the holidays

    Prime members can access a live chat, streamlined returns and order tracking when they use Buy with Prime on other brands’ online stores. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 15, 2023
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    Android or iOS: When and why to use either for delivering innovative retail device experiences

    Ensure you’re using the right decision criteria to deliver exceptional customer experiences and set yourself up for long-term success.

    Nov. 15, 2023
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    BuyBuy Baby announces locations of 11 store openings ahead of holidays

    The retailer is touting a more personalized in-store experience with plans to relaunch its online store this fall.

    By • Nov. 14, 2023
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    Toys R Us to open flagship store in Mall of America

    The toy brand, which will open the new location before Thanksgiving, also has a store at American Dream and a national presence inside Macy’s stores. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 14, 2023
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    Express Inc. CFO is out

    Jason Judd arrived from Big Lots just last year, before the recent appointment of Stewart Glendinning as CEO.

    By • Nov. 14, 2023
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    Beyond Meat in ‘survival mode’ with going-concern risk a possibility, analyst says

    A TD Cowen report pointed to troubling signs for the plant-based pioneer, including rising debt levels and struggles to attract and retain consumers.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Nov. 14, 2023
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    Amazon Fresh focusing on grocery ‘fundamentals’ with updated stores, top exec says

    After three years and a highly publicized pause on expansion, the chain is hoping to move ahead by getting back to industry basics, said Vice President of Retail Claire Peters.

    By Jeff Wells • Nov. 14, 2023
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    Luxury furniture rental company Vesta acquires Fernish and Feather

    The three companies will operate as separate brands under one banner, “Showroom,” which will continue to seek out additional acquisitions.

    By • Nov. 13, 2023
  • The interior of Beyond Yoga's Chicago store in the Fulton Market District.
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    Beyond Yoga opens first store outside of California

    The 1,700-square-foot space opened in Chicago’s Fulton Market District and marks the Levi Strauss-owned activewear brand’s sixth location.

    By Howard Ruben • Nov. 13, 2023
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    Party City-owned balloon supplier files for bankruptcy

    Anagram entered Chapter 11 amid uncertainty around its supply contract with the retailer, which is its corporate parent and largest customer.

    By • Nov. 13, 2023
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    FTC: Amazon halted Seller Fulfilled Prime enrollment despite strong delivery performance

    Sellers met the now-reopened program's delivery estimate requirement more than 95% of the time in 2018, per the agency's lawsuit. Amazon said that claim is misleading.

    By Max Garland • Nov. 13, 2023
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    Amazon Fashion chief exits

    Muge Erdirik Dogan has stepped down as head of Amazon Fashion and Fitness, with company veteran Jenny Freshwater taking over the role.

    By • Nov. 10, 2023
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    Gen Z brand Cider opens NYC pop-up

    The store, located in New York City’s SoHo neighborhood, marks the first U.S. pop-up for the fast-fashion brand.

    By Howard Ruben • Nov. 10, 2023
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    The Weekly Closeout: Kohl’s board chair to step down, Athleta debuts experiential fitness series

    The department store said Peter Boneparth will retire in May, while the athletics brand is planning events across North America.

    By Retail Dive Staff • Nov. 10, 2023
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    Walgreens lays off 5% of corporate workforce

    The company's chief medical officer is also exiting — the latest in a C-suite overhaul that has seen the departure of its CEO, CFO and CIO this year. 

    By Rebecca Pifer • Nov. 10, 2023
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    Kohl’s opens downtown Milwaukee location

    It is one of five new stores the retailer is planning on opening across the country this fall. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 10, 2023
  • A Timberland boot is shown on a store display, focused on the logo on its heel.
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    Timberland global brand president to step down

    Susie Mulder is leaving the VF Corp.-owned brand after two and a half years.

    By Laurel Deppen • Nov. 10, 2023
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    Amazon is extending grocery delivery and pickup to non-Prime users nationwide

    The online services are now available to non-members through Amazon Fresh, and will soon expand to markets where Whole Foods operates.

    By Jeff Wells • Nov. 9, 2023