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Feb. 28 ‘Economic Blackout’ Boycott Planned by Activists: Will It Be Effective?
An “economic blackout” boycott is planned for Feb. 28. Will it have a significant impact or spur change?
Is the Red Carpet Still Relevant for Fashion?
The fashion spectacle of the red carpet has undergone many mutations over the years that haven’t pleased everyone. Has the red carpet become any more or less relevant in dictating…
‘Walmart Unlimited’ Launches as Retailer Deepens ‘Adaptive Retail’ Gamification Strategy
Walmart is launching a new game via Spatial that also contains a commerce hub. Will gamers take notice of “Walmart Unlimited”?
Will US E-Commerce Growth Slow in the Years Ahead?
E-commerce sales in the U.S. grew by 8.1% in 2024. Do you see e-commerce growth in the U.S. slowing, accelerating, or continuing at the high-single-digit rate seen in recent years?
The Wealthiest 10% of US Households Now Represent Nearly 50% of Consumer Spending
The wealthiest 10% of U.S. households now represent nearly half of all consumer spending. What are the potential pitfalls ahead?
Should KFC Be Leaving Kentucky?
KFC ruffled some feathers with news that its U.S. headquarters will be exiting its Kentucky home of Louisville. Does the brand lose credibility or authenticity due to this move?
GameStop CEO Takes Swipe at DEI, ‘Wokeness’ as Company Prepares To Sell Canadian, French Assets
GameStop is shuttering more stores, and its CEO is taking aim at “wokeness” and “DEI” in terms of its Canadian and French operations. Are there other reasons behind the move?
Should Vendors Reject Saks’ New Payment Structure?
Saks Global, which has been slow in paying bills for the last two years, irked many vendors even more by announcing that old bills would be paid off on an…
Will Retaliatory Tariffs Harm the American Consumer?
The United States appears prepared to impose sweeping tariffs. Will retaliatory tariffs harm the American consumer?
Should Target Be Doubling Down on Beauty?
Target is introducing more than 2,000 beauty products. Does it make sense for Target to further position itself around the beauty category?
Legislative Stonewalling: How DEI Rollbacks and Gender Legislation Are Reshaping Fashion Retail
Over the past few years, the fashion industry has increasingly embraced diversity and inclusivity in its designs, messaging, and product offerings. How do recent legislative changes regarding gender language impact…
Instacart Believes It Has a ‘Right To Win’ in Omnichannel, Bets Big on Caper Cart and FoodStorm Offerings
Instacart is seeing a great deal of success in recent years. Does its future look as bright?
Is Walmart’s Soft Guidance a Cause for Concern?
Walmart Inc. rang up record sales for the holiday quarter, but shares fell over 6% in Thursday trading after executives set 2026 fiscal-year revenue and profit targets below analysts’ expectations. Do…
Nike Teams Up With Kim Kardashian To Launch NikeSKIMS: Can This Celebrity Collab Alleviate Slumping Sales?
Nike announced a partnership with Kim Kardashian-founded SKIMS for a new product lineup. Can this collaboration spur a turnaround for Nike?
How Important Are Speedy Online Deliveries?
A survey from McKinsey found that 90% of consumers are willing to wait two or three days for deliveries as concerns over cost, reliability, and flexibility become more important. Where…
Coca-Cola’s Simply Pop Enters Prebiotic Soda Market, Squaring Off Against Poppi and Olipop
Coca-Cola is launching Simply Pop as it enters the prebiotic soda market. Will this gamble pay off?
Should Dick’s Sporting Goods’ Influencer Program Be Open to the Public?
Dick’s Sporting Goods is expanding its influencer program, previously only available to employees, to the consuming public. Do you see more benefits than risks?
Fresh Produce Captures US Grocery Shoppers’ Interest, but Tariffs May Push Prices Upward
Americans are increasingly interested in fresh fruits and vegetables. Will tariffs stymie that interest as prices increase?
Should the US Penny Be Ditched?
President Trump has directed the Treasury Department to stop minting new pennies. Should retailers and restaurants strongly support the penny’s elimination?
McDonald’s Pivots to Chicken in a Bid To Improve Weak Sales: Will It Work?
McDonald’s has indicated a continued focus on chicken products in 2025. Will this pivot improve the company’s bottom line?
What Common Mistakes Are Made in Conducting Job Interviews?
A common mistake hiring managers make when conducting a job interview is not fully understanding what skills and traits the ideal candidate for the role should possess. What advice would…
