Is the International Tourist Retail Dollar at Risk?
U.S. retailers face declining sales as international tourist visits drop due to trade policies, border issues, and shifting global travel trends.
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Family-Owned Boscov’s, Von Maur Are Sleeper Success Stories
Family-owned Boscov’s and Von Maur defy retail decline by thriving with tradition, community focus, and steady, long-term growth strategies.
Joann’s Bankruptcy: A Failure of Imagination
Joann Fabrics and Crafts has fueled the imaginations of its loyal customers for eight decades. Regrettably, now that it has
The Tariff Storm: Navigating the Harsh Inequity of Global Trade
Retailers face tariff chaos as sectors adapt unevenly—apparel shows resilience while small businesses struggle amid shifting global trade policies.
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Experience
Why People Shop: Understanding Generational Shopping Habits
Discover how Gen Z to Boomers shop differently. Uncover generational shopping habits and what retailers must know to stay competitive.
Blurring the Retail Lines
Retail is no longer about sales—it’s about immersive, lifestyle-driven experiences that blur the lines between shopping, dining, and entertainment.
Who Will Bring Back Our Iconic Roadside Landmarks?
Reviving roadside landmarks like the Sinclair Dinosaur and Muffler Men can restore charm, spark connections, and create lasting memories.
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Opinion
DEI: Courageous Efforts or Cowardly Responses?
Editor’s Note: This is the second part of a two-article point-counterpoint series on recent retail decisions about DEI. We are
Costco’s DEI Challenge: Why It Should Concede Instead of Fight
Explore Costco’s DEI Challenge, highlighting its commitment to inclusion while navigating calls for risk evaluation and defending its policies.
DEI: Courageous Efforts or Cowardly Responses?
Editor’s Note: This is the second part of a two-article point-counterpoint series on recent retail decisions about DEI. We are
Costco’s DEI Challenge: Why It Should Concede Instead of Fight
Explore Costco’s DEI Challenge, highlighting its commitment to inclusion while navigating calls for risk evaluation and defending its policies.
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Placer’s 10 Brands to Watch + 3 Surprises
Check out Placer.ai’s latest enlightening report on the 10 Top Brands to Watch in 2025 when it comes to retail
How LoveShackFancy and WeWoreWhat Are Crushing Consumer Engagement
Watch and learn LoveShackFancy and WeWoreWhat are building engagement and social media strategies that matter to today’s younger consumer.
Technology
The Risks of In-Store Retail Tech Misalignment
Retail tech risks misaligning with consumer needs by prioritizing novelty over practicality, overlooking human interaction and shoppers values.
Retail AI Trends Outlook for 2025
Retail AI Trends in 2025 emphasize the shift from isolated innovations to customer-centric systems that balance technology with human connection.
Business Wisdom + AI in Retail Decision-Making
One of the most popular business debates today is what AI will replace. Many see emerging technology as a panacea
Management
Kohl’s Latest Surprise: CEO Ashley Buchanan’s Termination
If Kohl’s were a cat that had nine lives, it used up life #8 on May 1, 2025, with Ashley
Allison Heaney: Breaking Barriers in a Male-Dominated Industry
Empowered Allison Heaney, CEO of Skaggs Walsh, shares her unique journey from her first job stuffing envelopes as a child
Operations
U.S. China Tariffs: All Fluctuated Up
U.S. China tariff turmoil threatens holiday retail, with cost hikes, supply chain chaos, and a shaky 90-day trade truce adding
Inside Beauty Product Recalls
Beauty product recalls in 2025 spike over benzene in sunscreens, acne meds—fueling SEO buzz and calls for stricter cosmetic regulations.
Hamburg HafenCity Center: Westfield’s Last of Its Kind
Written off, consigned to the dustbin of time amid the clamor for all things new and digital, and a property