People thought we liked being touched and grabbed': a former Abercrombie model recalls brand's dark days
Abercrombie & Fitch's mid-2000s marketing relied on hypersexualization and exploitation of young workers, leading to Braden's advocacy for industry protections.
Inside Best Buy's push to get back to sales growth, cash in on AI craze
Best Buy aims to reverse sales slump by enhancing store experiences, focusing on consumer electronics innovation and leveraging artificial intelligence-enabled devices.
The Backroom: Doug Stephens looks to 2025 and beyond
AI presents a transformative opportunity for retailers despite looming tariffs and challenges.
Understanding the realistic capabilities and limitations of AI is crucial for businesses.
Inside Best Buy's push to get back to sales growth, cash in on AI craze
Best Buy aims to reverse sales slump by enhancing store experiences, focusing on consumer electronics innovation and leveraging artificial intelligence-enabled devices.
The Backroom: Doug Stephens looks to 2025 and beyond
AI presents a transformative opportunity for retailers despite looming tariffs and challenges.
Understanding the realistic capabilities and limitations of AI is crucial for businesses.
Here's why Target is more exposed than Walmart to the sweeping trade changes that Trump promised
Walmart's grocery-heavy business model makes it less vulnerable to import tariffs compared to Target's reliance on imported merchandise.
The Walton Family (WMT) Is Wealthier Than Elon Musk (TSLA), but Not by Very Much
The Walton family is now the richest family in the world, mainly due to Walmart's impressive stock performance and e-commerce growth.
Walmart says prices will 'probably' go up if Trump tariffs take effect
Walmart's CFO indicates potential price hikes due to proposed tariffs, emphasizing the challenge of maintaining low prices amidst inflationary pressures.
Walmart is testing body cameras for some front-line employees in Texas
Walmart is piloting body-cams for employees in Texas to improve safety and evaluate the effectiveness.
Some Walmart Employees Are Wearing Body Cameras. Here's why. | Entrepreneur
Walmart's body camera pilot program aims to enhance worker safety amidst harassment, especially during stressful holiday shopping seasons.
Here's why Target is more exposed than Walmart to the sweeping trade changes that Trump promised
Walmart's grocery-heavy business model makes it less vulnerable to import tariffs compared to Target's reliance on imported merchandise.
The Walton Family (WMT) Is Wealthier Than Elon Musk (TSLA), but Not by Very Much
The Walton family is now the richest family in the world, mainly due to Walmart's impressive stock performance and e-commerce growth.
Walmart says prices will 'probably' go up if Trump tariffs take effect
Walmart's CFO indicates potential price hikes due to proposed tariffs, emphasizing the challenge of maintaining low prices amidst inflationary pressures.
Walmart is testing body cameras for some front-line employees in Texas
Walmart is piloting body-cams for employees in Texas to improve safety and evaluate the effectiveness.
Some Walmart Employees Are Wearing Body Cameras. Here's why. | Entrepreneur
Walmart's body camera pilot program aims to enhance worker safety amidst harassment, especially during stressful holiday shopping seasons.
Thanksgiving Week E-Commerce Sales Signal Strong Start to Holiday Season
Early holiday shopping is up due to discounts, a compressed shopping calendar, and consumer optimism following the presidential election.
Inside the manipulative 'conspiracy' of consumption
Americans are projected to spend nearly $1 trillion during the 2024 holiday shopping season, raising concerns about consumer happiness and environmental impact.
Target ramps up seasonal staffing, will hire nearly 100,000 workers
Target is hiring 100,000 seasonal workers for holiday shopping, maintaining previous years' levels despite slow sales growth projections.
Persistent inflation is leading consumers to be more frugal, impacting projected retail sales growth for the holiday season.
Target wants you to know it can deny your return if it suspects you're abusing its policy
Target clarifies its return policy to enhance enforcement against fraud and abuse, including return practices that exploit the system.
Retailers are saying shoppers are 'pressured,' 'stretched,' and 'cautious' - but still spending
Amid inflation, US consumers are cautious in spending, with many feeling financial pressure and changing their shopping behaviors accordingly.
Thanksgiving Week E-Commerce Sales Signal Strong Start to Holiday Season
Early holiday shopping is up due to discounts, a compressed shopping calendar, and consumer optimism following the presidential election.
Inside the manipulative 'conspiracy' of consumption
Americans are projected to spend nearly $1 trillion during the 2024 holiday shopping season, raising concerns about consumer happiness and environmental impact.
Target ramps up seasonal staffing, will hire nearly 100,000 workers
Target is hiring 100,000 seasonal workers for holiday shopping, maintaining previous years' levels despite slow sales growth projections.
Persistent inflation is leading consumers to be more frugal, impacting projected retail sales growth for the holiday season.
Target wants you to know it can deny your return if it suspects you're abusing its policy
Target clarifies its return policy to enhance enforcement against fraud and abuse, including return practices that exploit the system.
Retailers are saying shoppers are 'pressured,' 'stretched,' and 'cautious' - but still spending
Amid inflation, US consumers are cautious in spending, with many feeling financial pressure and changing their shopping behaviors accordingly.
Saks Fifth Avenue will not hold its popular holiday light show this season, focusing instead on illuminating its flagship store's architectural significance.
The Entertainer halts new store plans due to budget's national insurance hike
The Entertainer halted store openings due to rising employer National Insurance costs, reflecting widespread concerns among businesses about increased operating expenses.
Bernard Marcus, a billionaire behind Home Depot, dies at 95
Bernard Marcus, co-founder of Home Depot, died at 95, remembered for revolutionizing retail through customer service and innovative employee practices.
Retail Is Leading The AI Charge - And Winning | AdExchanger
Retailers are leading in AI adoption, viewing it as a strategic asset beyond just efficiency.
Paris's department stores transformed urban life. What can they teach today's struggling shops?
Department store La Samaritaine in Paris, despite its luxurious renovation and unique offerings, struggles to attract customers amidst a declining trend in footfall for department stores globally.
Retail Is Leading The AI Charge - And Winning | AdExchanger
Retailers are leading in AI adoption, viewing it as a strategic asset beyond just efficiency.
Paris's department stores transformed urban life. What can they teach today's struggling shops?
Department store La Samaritaine in Paris, despite its luxurious renovation and unique offerings, struggles to attract customers amidst a declining trend in footfall for department stores globally.
Lamps Plus to pay $4.1 million to settle California suit over false price-matching claims
Lamps Plus settled for $4.1 million due to false advertising related to its misleading price-match guarantee. This was clearly a corporate policy to deceive consumers.
Big Lots closing 75 stores in California. See the list
Big Lots is closing 75 stores in California, part of a larger plan to shut down 315 stores nationwide due to economic challenges like inflation and declining sales.
'I've had the best times of my life' - Store to close after almost 70 years
M.P. Electrical Ltd is closing after 67 years due to high overheads and an unfavorable economic climate.
Big Lots closing 75 stores in California. See the list
Big Lots is closing 75 stores in California, part of a larger plan to shut down 315 stores nationwide due to economic challenges like inflation and declining sales.
'I've had the best times of my life' - Store to close after almost 70 years
M.P. Electrical Ltd is closing after 67 years due to high overheads and an unfavorable economic climate.
Next shop workers win six-year battle for equal pay in landmark case
Next's shop workers won a significant equal pay case, potentially costing the retailer over £30 million, highlighting gender pay disparities in retail.
Grocery price inflation increases - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
Grocery price inflation increased for the first time since March 2023, rising by 1.8% in August compared to 1.6% in July.
Americans are in their budget era - and it's looking like great news for Walmart, Target, and T.J. Maxx
The US consumer economy is shifting towards a more value-focused approach, benefitting companies like Walmart, Target, and TJX.