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fromFortune
1 day ago

Spanx founder Sara Blakely's $1 billion idea started with just $5,000 in savings and wanting to solve her own problem | Fortune

"I wanted my clothes to fit better, and so my own butt was the inspiration," Blakely said during Fortune's 2013 Most Powerful Women Summit. "I might be the only woman in the world grateful to my cellulite."
Startup companies
Retirement
from24/7 Wall St.
2 days ago

JCPenney Has Not Gone Out of Business

JCPenney survives with 648 stores after bankruptcy, aided by brand recognition, mall tenancy, and discount model now threatened by tariffs.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
3 days ago

Victoria's Secret In Trouble

Victoria's Secret faces stagnant sales, thin margins, and intense competition, making meaningful stock appreciation unlikely.
E-Commerce
fromBusiness Insider
5 days ago

Why the holiday shopping season is longer than ever this year

Retailers are bringing holiday inventory months earlier to avoid potential tariffs, causing holiday merchandise to appear on shelves and online much earlier.
#bankruptcy
fromScary Mommy
6 days ago
Business

After Finding A Buyer For Claire's, Bankruptcy Attorney Got His Ear Pierced In The Courtroom

fromFast Company
3 weeks ago
Business

Claire's went from millennial rite of passage to Gen Alpha washout. But don't count out the mall icon yet

E-Commerce
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Bed Bath & Beyond rises from the dead - and yes, they'll take your coupons

Bed Bath & Beyond went bankrupt in 2023 but is returning as Bed Bath & Beyond Home under Overstock's ownership.
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Accessory retailer Claire's to seek creditor protection in Canada but stores will stay open | CBC News

Claire's Holdings LLC has filed for bankruptcy protection in the U.S. and plans to file in Canada.
fromScary Mommy
6 days ago
Business

After Finding A Buyer For Claire's, Bankruptcy Attorney Got His Ear Pierced In The Courtroom

fromFast Company
3 weeks ago
Business

Claire's went from millennial rite of passage to Gen Alpha washout. But don't count out the mall icon yet

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Toronto

Accessory retailer Claire's to seek creditor protection in Canada but stores will stay open | CBC News

#cyberattack
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago
Information security

Cyberattacks 2025: Millions of UK users exposed in year of hacks - here's what it means for your data

Widespread 2025 cyberattacks disrupted manufacturers and retailers, exposed millions of personal records, and increased operational, financial and fraud risks for consumers and businesses.
fromTechzine Global
1 month ago
E-Commerce

Marks & Spencer restarts online services after four-month cyber crisis

Marks & Spencer has restored its full online services after a cyberattack that severely impacted its operations and profits.
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago
Information security

Cyberattacks 2025: Millions of UK users exposed in year of hacks - here's what it means for your data

Business
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 week ago

Morrisons reports a slowdown in sales amid high food inflation - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Rising food prices are squeezing customers, reducing Morrisons' sales while the chain cuts prices, tailors promotions and rewards to support stretched household budgets.
#business-rates
fromInsideHook
1 week ago

Is Dynamic Pricing Coming to Las Vegas Hotel Shops?

Unfortunately, some recent visitors to Las Vegas learned that a few local retail establishments appeared to be making use of dynamic pricing - meaning that the cost of certain foods, drinks and toiletries fluctuated depending on the demand for them.Dynamic pricing isn't a new concept; airlines and hotels have used it for years, and a CBS News report from 2016 noted its growing popularity in bars and restaurants. It's even become a political issue in advance of the 2026 World Cup.
E-Commerce
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago

Oxford Street car-free day plans revealed as Sadiq Khan looks to showcase benefits of pedestrianisation

A car-free Oxford Street event on 21 September will close the road from Orchard Street to Oxford Circus and showcase art, performances, retailers and activities.
E-Commerce
fromBusiness Matters
1 week ago

Millions of Brits to use generative AI for Christmas gift shopping in 2025

Over 70% of UK consumers will use generative AI for Christmas gift selection in 2025, up from 31% in 2024.
fromFuncheap
2 weeks ago

Sports Basement Grand Opening - Almaden Plaza

Bay Area sporting goods retailer Sports Basement will kick off a weeklong celebration of its newest store opening in San Jose at Almaden Plaza next to CostCo, on Saturday, September 6, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., with vendor giveaways throughout the day, demos, food, and beer from local breweries as a part of Beer for Good from Lazy Dog, with all donation proceeds benefiting the Silicon Valley Pet Project.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

Retail Stock Rally: How Far Can Best Buy, Kohl's, and Macy's Go?

Retail stocks rally seasonally, with XRT up about 10% as retailers prepare for back-to-school, Halloween, Black Friday, and holiday shopping.
#apple
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago
Apple

Apple has reportedly launched an AI chatbot, but it's not for the iPhone 17 (or you)

Apple launched Asa, an internal AI chatbot integrated into SEED to assist retail staff with sales training and product guidance ahead of the iPhone 17 launch.
fromThe Verge
2 months ago
Apple

Apple brings its online retail store to Saudi Arabia

Apple launched its online store in Saudi Arabia, enabling direct sales of Apple products for the first time.
fromZDNET
2 weeks ago
Apple

Apple has reportedly launched an AI chatbot, but it's not for the iPhone 17 (or you)

Business
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Macy's sees first increase in same-store sales since 2022

Macy's raised annual guidance and posted its first same-store sales increase since 2022 after modernizing stores and improving the customer experience.
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago

Macy's tops Wall Street expectations with strongest sales in 3 years

Macy's is coming up for air, topping earnings estimates and delivering the best comparable sales jump in 12 consecutive quarters. With $4.8 billion in net sales, the retail company exceeded the company's guidance, raising its full-year financial guidance after cutting it earlier this year, the company announced in its second quarter earnings report. In addition to is namesake brand, Bloomingdale's and Bluemercury, both owned by Macy's, also saw comparable sales growth for a 4th and 18th consecutive quarter respectively.
E-Commerce
#tariffs
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Levi's says anti-Americanism on back of Trump policies could hit brand in UK

Rising anti-American sentiment from US policies and tariffs risks reducing UK and Canadian sales of US brands, threatening revenues amid inflation and retail competition.
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

What's open and closed on Labor Day 2025? Banks, stock markets, schools, USPS, Costco, FedEx, more

Monday, September 1, 2025, is Labor Day, which is one of 12 official federal holidays in the United States. The day is observed on the first Monday of every September. Labor Day celebrates the labor movement in the United States and the contributions that workers of all stripes make to the country, to companies, and to the economy. It recognizes that America would not be the economic powerhouse that it is without the average worker.
US politics
Business
fromTipRanks Financial
3 weeks ago

Dusk Group Ltd. Achieves Strong FY25 Growth with Strategic Initiatives - TipRanks.com

Dusk Group Ltd. increased FY25 sales 8.7% to $137.8M and underlying EBIT 22.9% to $7.7M, driven by 50.1% online sales growth.
Business
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Kohl's 'surprised' Wall Street with a big earnings beat in the aftermath of its former CEO drama-and tariffs could be to thank

Kohl's beat Q2 EPS expectations at $0.56, spiking the stock nearly 20%, despite declining net and comparable store sales and recent leadership turmoil.
#walmart
Business
fromAol
1 month ago

Target's in a brand identity crisis. It's not alone

Target's decline stems from overstocking, lost customer relevance, weak competitive strategy, and boycotts; replacing the CEO with a company lifer may not fix core issues.
Fashion & style
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The thong bikini boom: why the skimpiest swimwear is back and suddenly mainstream

Thong-style minimal swimwear has become a mainstream summer trend, spreading from catwalks and influencers into everyday beaches, pools, lidos and retail collections.
Renovation
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

Former Stuff Vendor to Open New Mission Offshoot Billed as Largest Vintage Consignment Shop In the Bay Area

Stuff by Luxe opens a new 20,000-square-foot location in the Mission District, preserving the vintage consignment spirit after closing the Valencia Street shop.
#e-commerce
fromsilive
1 month ago

This rapidly growing home retailer is taking over the former Macy's Furniture Gallery on Staten Island

The Floor & Decor brand is bolstered by a local focus that allows us to create a store experience and mix of products that meet the needs of each market we serve. We empower our store managers, or chief executive merchants, to create a local shopping experience.
Renovation
#shoplifting
E-Commerce
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

UK retailers risk 146m annual losses without net zero upgrades

Britain's retailers lose over £146 million annually by not modernizing their estates to meet net zero targets.
#foot-traffic
US politics
fromDigiday
1 month ago

As Target faces issues on multiple fronts, these once-loyal shoppers are still boycotting the chain

A number of Americans are boycotting Target due to its reduction in diversity and inclusion initiatives.
#target
#fashion
fromWWD
1 month ago
Fashion & style

Zachary Leon Solomon, Industry Veteran Who Led Designer and Retail Brands, Dead at 91

fromwww.7x7.com
1 month ago
Fashion & style

Di Rosa Center opens SF satellite museum with a celebration of Northern California artists.

fromWWD
1 month ago
Fashion & style

Zachary Leon Solomon, Industry Veteran Who Led Designer and Retail Brands, Dead at 91

fromwww.7x7.com
1 month ago
Fashion & style

Di Rosa Center opens SF satellite museum with a celebration of Northern California artists.

E-Commerce
fromFortune
1 month ago

Wayfair CFO says sellers on the company's $12 billion marketplace are trying to 'insulate' customers from tariffs

The home goods market is shifting from pandemic booms to economic headwinds and evolving shopping habits.
#business
fromFast Company
1 month ago

FatFace stores closing 2025: All U.S. and Canada locations on the doomed list as retailer goes online-only in North America

FatFace confirmed it will be shuttering 23 stores in the United States and Canada due to economic uncertainty and increased costs that made the physical store model unviable.
E-Commerce
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Urgent recall from two high street stores over children's clothing

Two major high street chains, Next and Matalan, have recalled items from their Miss Summer clothing range due to a risk of strangulation from decorative cords that exceed permissible lengths.
UK news
#topshop
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

Ulta Beauty and Target to end partnership in 2026

Target and Ulta Beauty are ending their years-long partnership, which has included over 600 Ulta mini-beauty shops in Target stores since 2021 and online merchandise.
E-Commerce
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Shein's UK sales hit 2bn as fast-fashion giant eyes Sports Direct's top-five spot

Shein's UK sales surged by nearly a third last year to reach £2bn, delivering a major profit boost for the retailer as it tightens its grip on the British clothing market.
E-Commerce
E-Commerce
fromForbes
1 month ago

Why Constant Evolution Is The Answer To Cybercrime

Seemantini Godbole brings extensive technology leadership experience to Lowe's, focusing on digital innovation and cybersecurity.
SF food
fromMission Local
1 month ago

An offshoot of Stuff, beloved vintage store, returns to the Mission

A vintage consignment store, Stuff by Luxe, is opening in the Mission District, becoming the largest of its kind in the Bay Area.
fromFortune
1 month ago

Amazon has tried to crack Walmart's groceries empire for decades with limited success. A massive same-day shopping expansion could change that

Amazon is developing a super-center shopping experience that combines groceries and general merchandise, targeting consumers who currently shop at multiple retailers for their needs.
E-Commerce
NYC real estate
fromJewish Telegraphic Agency
1 month ago

Loehmann's department store, a Jewish shopping staple, makes a comeback - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

Loehmann's, a discount department store, is set to relaunch as pop-up stores later this month under new ownership after closing in 2014.
E-Commerce
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Around 2,150 jobs at risk as Claire's Accessories to appoint administrators in Ireland and UK

Claire's has filed a formal notice to administrators after struggling with weak consumer demand.
E-Commerce
fromForbes
1 month ago

Jellycat Cuts U.K. Stockists Amid Brand Control Debate

Jellycat has cut ties with around 100 independent UK stockists, sparking severe backlash from retailers and consumers.
#cyber-attack
#costco
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

M&S click and collect finally returns months after cyberattack

The Independent is trusted by Americans across the entire political spectrum. We believe quality journalism should be available to everyone, paid for by those who can afford it.
UK news
E-Commerce
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Aldi Is Planning To Open New Locations In These 9 States - Tasting Table

Aldi's expansion includes 225 new stores planned for 2025, focusing on the Southeast and new acquisitions.
#penneys
E-Commerce
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Popular Home Retailer's Ominous Social Media Post Has Shoppers Worried

Kirkland's Home is rebranding to become The Brand House Collective while assuring customers it's not closing.
E-Commerce
fromGameSpot
1 month ago

Lego One Piece - Going Merry Ship & Six Other Sets Available Now

Lego's One Piece collection features five playsets and two BrickHeadz figures, with Going Merry Pirate Ship being the most popular.
E-Commerce
fromWWD
1 month ago

Anthropologie Elevates Maeve as a Stand-alone Brand

Maeve is becoming a stand-alone brand after years of success within Anthropologie.
fromDevOps.com
1 month ago

Observability in Retail: How to Monitor and Manage Interactive Kiosk Fleets - DevOps.com

Shoppers have alternatives, so curating the perfect customer experience requires attention to branding and customer touchpoints, including the critical role of kiosks in retail.
E-Commerce
New York City
fromsilive
1 month ago

This new Staten Island Starbucks location is now open for business

Starbucks opened its 16th location in Staten Island on August 1, revitalizing a former bank site.
London food
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

With Two New Shops, The Macallan Is Increasing Its Airport Presence

The Macallan opens new retail spaces in Heathrow and LAX airports, showcasing bespoke design and a selection of single malt whisky.
fromHypebeast
1 month ago

tm:rw Is Reimagining the Tech Retail Space in NYC

In New York City's Times Square, tm:rw is a 20,000-square-foot tech retail space for "founders, inventors, and visionaries who believe in shaping what's next."
E-Commerce
#sears
Running
fromMission Local
1 month ago

A woman-owned running store prepares for Sunday's SF Marathon

Running Wylder, founded by Katie Douglas, promotes accessibility and community in running through events like Slow Jam Sundays.
#river-island
Miscellaneous
fromsilive
2 months ago

This major retailer is moving into Staten Island Mall's empty Forever 21 space

Spirit Halloween will occupy the former Forever 21 space at Staten Island Mall starting approximately Sept. 1.
E-Commerce
fromOpelika-Auburn News
2 months ago

From pop-up to permanent: How independent brands are betting big on their first stores

In-person retail sales for merchants increased to 81% in 2024, showing the enduring value of brick-and-mortar stores.
E-Commerce
fromWWD
2 months ago

Reebok Alum Patty Cho Heads to Dearfoams in Brand Marketing VP Role

Patricia Cho has been appointed vice president, head of brand marketing at Dearfoams.
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