by Mike Duff | Jun 6, 2025 | Retail Articles
According to an annual survey conducted by the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics, 2025 Father’s Day spending should reach a record $24 billion, up from last year’s $22.4 billion and exceeding the previous record of $22.9 billion set in...
by Mike Duff | Jun 5, 2025 | Retail Articles
The Michaels Cos. has successfully completed the acquisition of the intellectual property and private-label brands of fabric and sewing retailer Joann. Joann filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in January. The customer base, in-house brands (including the...
by Mike Duff | Jun 5, 2025 | Retail Articles
As the company builds its portfolio of licensed brands, Dollar General is rolling out revamped “Home Valley” sections in its stores featuring collections from celebrities, designers and established labels, including KI by Kathy Ireland, Betseyville,...
by Mike Duff | Jun 5, 2025 | Retail Articles
In its just-published Retail Rewired Report, Walmart asserted artificial intelligenceI has evolved into a utility that is altering how consumers shop and how retailers meet their expectations. Yet, consumers are most likely to accept AI guidance for purchases that...
by Mike Duff | Jun 4, 2025 | Retail Articles
The annual Macy’s 4th of July Fireworks in New York City will add displays launching from the Brooklyn Bridge during this year’s festivities celebrating the 50th anniversary of the retailer’s Independence Day pyrotechnics extravaganza. Fireworks...