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Instant Gratification Remains the Holy Grail for Shoppers

Through generations and countless iterations of retailing formats, one constant has remained in the buying habits of the American consumer: they want it now. And ...
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Retail in 2019

In 2019, regardless of size, tenure or segment of business retailers, brands and suppliers must recognize that they can no longer navigate the new landscape ...
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The Pop-Up Steps Up

I recently visited the Hermès Carre Club in the Meatpacking District of New York. I became a member of the \”Club,\” which existed for four ...
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The Gen X Factor

We can gain some perspective on economic and retail success over the coming years by looking at how the generations have weathered the Great Recession ...
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Why LVMH Grows Year After Year

Ever since Michael Kors’ Capri Holdings announced the acquisition of Italian-luxury brand Versace, comparisons with 164-year old international fashion powerhouse LVMH have run rampant.  My colleague ...
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The Future is in the Heartland

Columbia, Missouri is halfway between St. Louis and Kansas City right smack in the middle of the state. Home to the University of Missouri, staid ...
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Brookfield Is Trying to Turn a Bleaker Street Back into Bleecker Street

Mention Bleecker Street to someone and, depending on their age and the context, you will get a myriad of answers. To certain people, Bleecker will ...
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“Singles\’ Day’s” Dirty Little Secret

In one minute and 25 seconds, Alibaba scored shock and awe sales of $1 billion. Say again!!? Not only that, sales exceeded $10 billion in ...
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