Retail Articles

Kohl’s Chief Merchandising Officer Post Goes to Former Walmart Fashion Exec

Kohl’s appointed Ryan Waymire chief merchandising officer, reporting to CEO Michael Bender, replacing Nick Jones, who had served in that position since 2023.

Amazon Disputes FTC’s Understanding of Advertising Bid Policy That Led to Lawsuit

The United States Federal Trade Commission and 22 states have filed suit against Amazon, alleging the company engaged in deceptive practices that secretly inflated prices in its online search advertising auctions. Amazon responded with a statement that the suit’s claims are based on a misunderstanding of how advertisers adjust bids in response to real-world performance, rather than on descriptions of auction mechanics.

Study: AI, Retail Media, Social Commerce Converge To Transform Purchase Path

Nearly three-quarters of shoppers are now using AI for product discovery, according to market researcher NielsenIQ.