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  • Nordstrom New York
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    Nordstrom family may try again to take the company private

    The Nordstrom brothers, who are the retailer’s top executives, notified the board of their interest, and a special committee has been formed.

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    How retailers can craft compelling offers for Gen Z

    Retailers over-index on choosing the right channel to reach Gen Z instead of focusing on the right offer to get their attention, writes Sai Koppala of SheerID.  

  • A group of people wearing items from Universal Standard's Fit Liberty campaign
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    Universal Standard launches size exchange program

    The campaign, dubbed Fit Liberty, allows customers to replace items with ones in a different size at no cost.

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  • Lowe's storefront
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    Lowe’s taps DoorDash for on-demand deliveries

    Products can be purchased directly on the DoorDash app and the move is a way to “reach new DIY customers,” the home improvement retailer said. 

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    The Weekly Closeout: Peloton drops free membership as Asos revenue falls over 18%

    The struggling home exercise brand quietly removed the free option, while the fast-fashion retailer saw sales plunge in the first half of the year.

  • Amazon introduces ad-supported shoppable channel to Prime Video, Freevee
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    Amazon introduces shoppable, ad-supported channel to Prime Video, Freevee

    The channel leverages Amazon’s “shop the show” technology enabling viewers to easily purchase content seen on their TV screen via a mobile device.

  • Kizik opens new pop store in NYC Soho
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    Kizik opens first pop-up store in NYC as part of brick-and-mortar push

    The hands-free footwear brand is expanding its physical presence, with plans to land in 500 wholesale doors and open six stores by the end of the year.

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    Mingle Mocktails aims to spark a zero-proof cocktail craze

    The nonalcoholic brand says its products, which don’t directly mimic the taste of alcohol, cater to consumers looking for alternatives in social situations.

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  • Best Buy's new app for Apple Vision Pro
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    Best Buy debuts Apple Vision Pro app

    Best Buy Envision uses AR to help customers preview 3D models of TVs, appliances, furniture and other products prior to purchase. 

  • JCPenney rewards
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    Q&A

    Why J.C. Penney’s loyalty program is the next step in its $1B turnaround plan

    Chief Customer Officer Katie Mullen explains how the retailer's revamped program will deliver value to consumers and boost first-party data reserves.

  • Four people wearing Eyebuydirect frames
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    Eyebuydirect opens first physical location

    The online eyewear company opened a 140-square-foot kiosk at The Shops at Mission Viejo in Orange County, California.

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    Sportsman’s Warehouse cuts SKUs, vendors to support inventory strategy

    The retailer has been rationalizing its stock in several product areas, including fishing, to improve productivity.

  • A Dollar General storefront at dawn or dusk with an empty parking lot
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    Why Dollar General is winning with store count

    By committing to smaller, rural markets, the retailer has room to grow its substantial store footprint, industry experts and company leaders say.

  • Beyond Meat new Beyond IV recipe
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    Beyond Meat’s revamped burger hits shelves

    The company's fourth generation of products is now available at grocery stores across the U.S., including Walmart.

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  • A customer and a Michaels employee in a store aisle
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    Michaels lowers prices on over 5K products

    The arts and crafts retailer has dropped prices to 2019 levels or lower, as it aims to help customers “stretch their dollar,” according to the CEO. 

  • A golfer swings a club and wears a black skort outfit.
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    Deep Dive

    Golf fashion moves into the mainstream

    A new line from Tiger Woods, LVMH's latest collaboration with Tyler, the Creator and indie brands are helping to bring the sport from performance wear to streetwear.

  • Dollar Tree poised to gain most as 99 Cents Only disappears

    Despite the bankrupt discounter’s small footprint, its store closures offer a meaningful opportunity for rivals to grab share, analysts say.

  • Amazon Dash Cart
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    Amazon begins offering Dash Carts to other grocers

    The plan comes a few weeks after the company announced it was pulling Just Walk Out technology from Amazon Fresh stores. 

  • An entrance to Macy's Ballston Quarter store as it was closing.
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    Inside a closing Macy’s store

    CEO Tony Spring surprised the industry with a new tranche of 150 department store closures, 50 of which are shuttering in 2024. Here’s what that looks like.

  • A Levi's storefront with signage touting lightweight denim.
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    Levi’s reopens Bangkok store as it eyes growth in the region

    The location, which features one of the brand’s tailoring shops, is part of a broader DTC strategy to grow its fleet of owned and operated stores.

  • A brand image of Asics' reusable shoe ready to be recycled.
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    Asics creates a circular shoe, returns program

    The sporting goods company designed a shoe ready to undergo recycling at the end of its use.

  • A husky holding the hand of its owner who has a tattoo of the dog.
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    The Weekly Closeout: PetSmart hosts tattoo redo contest, Williams Sonoma announces book tour with Ina Garten

    The pet retailer is offering to pay to replace regretted tattoos, and the home retailer will host a four-city tour to celebrate the food celebrity’s new book.

  • Kendra Scott x LoveShackFancy collection
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    Kendra Scott teams up with LoveShackFancy on capsule collection

    The six-piece collection ties in design elements from both brands and will be available for purchase online and in Kendra Scott’s stores.

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    Adidas raises guidance for the year as Yeezy leftovers keep on giving

    But the sneaker giant is building momentum beyond the now-discontinued sub-brand, and CEO Bjørn Gulden’s turnaround seems to be taking hold.

  • A woman puts clothing into an RFID self-checkout kiosk
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    Deep Dive

    Why more tech in stores shouldn’t mean fewer workers

    Stores can automate more tasks than ever, including pricing, inventory management and checkout. But for theft prevention, customer service and brand engagement, they need humans.

  • Under Armour’s chief people and administrative officer to step down

    Tchernavia Rocker is leaving the company on June 1 for “personal reasons,” the company said.