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UK men’s retailer piloting virtual try-on tech

April 12, 2024

Moss, a U.K. retailer of men's formal wear, is piloting a trial of AI-powered virtual try-on technology called Zyler from Anthropics Technology.

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Norwegian grocer debuts payment terminal fleet

April 11, 2024

Rema 1000, a subsidiary of the Reitan Group, is deploying a fleet of PAX Android A35 payment terminals that will allow the Norwegian grocer chain to accept…

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PXG launches California flagship

April 10, 2024

PXG, a golf equipment and apparel retailer, has opened a flagship location in Huntington Beach California.

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Economy sturdy despite slow growth forecast

April 10, 2024

Despite predictions for slower growth in retail sales the economy remains sturdy, according to the National Retail Federation, and should continue to do well…

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Denim brand extends Tulip partnership for customer engagement strategy

April 9, 2024

Denim brand 7 For All Mankind is extending its partnership with Tulip, a cloud-based customer engagement platform provider, in its goals to deliver exceptional…

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Actor Kristen Wiig now Target’s ‘Target Lady’

April 9, 2024

Target has tapped actor Kristen Wiig as its 'Target Lady' for a national media campaign as it kicks off its Target Circle Week sales event happening April 7-13.

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Athlete’s Foot partners with LSU Tiger Flau’jae Johnson

April 8, 2024

The Athlete's Foot, an athletic-inspired lifestyle and streetwear retailer, has named LSU college basketball player Flau'jae Johnson as a brand ambassador.

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Negative experiences trigger most consumer feedback

April 8, 2024

Customers are more likely to provide feedback when expectations aren't met, if there is poor product or service quality and if an issue goes unresolved.

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Real time inventory accuracy rate not too high among retailers

April 5, 2024

When it comes to retail inventory, 68% of retailers report having an accurate view across their entire operations and just 4% report a 100% accuracy.

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Home Depot leads home improvement sector

April 5, 2024

As of the end of 2023, the top home improvement retailer was Home Depot, which captured 28.1% of home improvement spending.

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Costco requiring membership cards at outdoor food courts

April 4, 2024

Due to long lines of mostly non-members, Costco is reportedly requiring membership cards for those buying food from the wholesaler's outdoor food courts.

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Amazon switching Just Walk Out tech for cart tech

April 3, 2024

Amazon is pulling out its Just Walk Out cashierless technology in Amazon Fresh stores being revamped and will not be deploying the technology in new stores.

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Yesway convenience chain expanding in Oklahoma

April 3, 2024

Yesway, a convenience store chain, is expanding its footprint in Oklahoma.

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Over half of shoppers view generative AI as boosting online experience

April 3, 2024

Over half of consumers, 58%, believe generative AI has already improved the online shopping experience, and 52% are likely to use gen AI tools to help with…

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Claire’s launches nationwide in Walgreens

April 2, 2024

Claire's is now a resident within Walgreens store locations with a dedicated display.

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Levi Strauss reopens Japan store with special customer feature

April 2, 2024

Levi Strauss & Co. has reopened a store in Kyoto Japan, located in the Teramachi Kyogoku shopping district.

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Online shoppers want lower prices, free shipping, product variety

April 1, 2024

When it comes to online shopping, the top three qualities consumers seek from an e-commerce retailer are lower prices (60%), free shipping (51%), a wide…

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