SPARC Group and SHEIN have entered a partnership that aims to expand Forever 21’s presence online while giving SHEIN a testing ground for brick-and-mortar sales. Do you expect SHEIN and Forever 21 to be a good fit for each other?
A cashless society is just around the corner if retailers get their way. Should all retail businesses be required to have at least one operating cash register or payment system?
Macy’s is pushing forward with new store formats as it seeks to turn around its fortunes following a disappointing quarter. ill the smaller-format stores be enough to return Macy’s as a whole to growth?
Publix recently began posting large signs in its stores across the Southeast reminding customers that all non-service animals, including emotional support dogs, are not allowed in stores. Are there any other steps stores could be taking to reduce incidents of those transgressing in-store pet policy guidelines?
The Apple iPhone 15 Pro Max releases next month during the global smartphone market’s decade low, and Apple has eyes on Asia. Following Apple’s lead, should India become the focus for every company’s retail brand business?
High-end retailer Gump warned that it may soon close its sole location after 166 years due to deteriorating local conditions. Is San Francisco a unique situation or do many big cities face similar challenges?
More and more retailers are using influencers for product launches to drive discovery. Have influencers transformed the path to discovery for new brands and products, at least in certain categories?
Amazon is expanding its ad offerings by extending Sponsored Products campaigns to other sites, including Pinterest, BuzzFeed, and Lifehacker. Do you think Amazon Sponsored Products will prove as successful off of Amazon as they have been on the site?
Trader Joe’s has strongly denied rumors that the grocer was planning to offer self-checkout options. Has offering a self-checkout option become an expectation at grocers?
A new survey finds that 52% of U.S. consumers would prefer to watch a TV program with product placement over traditional advertising. How would you rate product placement’s effectiveness in driving brand awareness and trial?
