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Target launches AI features for faster customer discovery, shopping

September 11, 2026

Target has added AI-powered features into its app to make shopping easier, more inspiring and more personal for the shoppers.

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Carters launching concept store in Michigan

September 9, 2026

Children's apparel retailer Carters plans to launch a concept store in The Village Of Rochester Hills in Rochester Hills, Mich., by year's end. The Village of…

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Gap names Michael Francis as Old Navy CEO, president

September 1, 2026

Gap Inc. has appointed Michael Francis as president and CEO of Old Navy to succeed Haio Barbeito, who will transition from his operating role into an advisory…

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Walmart deploying commerce intelligence platform to Sam’s Clubs

August 27, 2026

Walmart is deploying Walmart Data Ventures' first-party commerce intelligence platform to its Sam's Club locations in 2027.

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Target sales reveal growth boosted by tariff refunds

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

Target beat street expectations with its Q2 earnings but CEO Michael Fiddelke said there is still important work ahead.

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American Eagle Outfitters CEO named visionary for 2027

August 11, 2026

Jay Schottenstein, CEO and executive board chairman at American Eagle Outfitters Inc. has been named "The Visionary 2027" recipient by the National Retail…

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Nordstrom expanding off-price retail footprint

August 11, 2026

Nordstrom will open 20 stores by Nov. 5 with the first two launching Aug. 20.

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Target opens store in Brookings, South Dakota

July 30, 2026

Target opened a store last week in Brookings, South Dakota.

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Back-to-school shopping on record-hitting track despite consumers seeking best deals

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

Big spending expected in the back-to-school retail shopping season but consumers are feeling pressure.

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Target opening 11 stores in July

July 2, 2026

Target will open 11 stores in July across Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Kentucky, Massachusetts, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas and Utah.

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American Eagle Outfitters signs flagship lease

June 24, 2026

American Eagle Outfitters has signed a lease for a new flagship store at 600 North Michigan Avenue, at the intersection of Michigan Avenue and Ontario Street…

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Kohl’s taps Elliott Rodgers as COO

June 16, 2026

Kohl's has named Elliott Rodgers as it's COO and he will step into the role on Sept. 9.

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Shein reportedly buying Everlane

May 20, 2026

Shein, a fast fashion retailer, is reportedly aiming to acquire apparel retailer Everlane in a $100 million deal.

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Gap taps Google Gemini as a shopping channel

April 29, 2026

Gap is planning to offer its product within Google's Gemini, which makes it the first top fashion retailer to offer instant checkout within the AI platform.

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Levi Strauss & Co. CFO/CGO retiring

April 24, 2026

Harmit Singh, executive vice president and chief financial and growth officer at Levin Strauss & Co. plans to retire but will remain in his role until a…

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RunDTC partners with Dooney & Bourke to modernize retail ecosystem

April 17, 2026

RunDTC is partnering with Dooney & Bourke to modernize the brand's entire retail ecosystem.

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Burlington opening in Conway, South Carolina

April 1, 2026

Burlington is getting ready to open a store, featuring a "reimagined store design," in Conway, South Carolina.

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Friar Tux AI try-on tool offers virtual formalwear shopping experience

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

Friar Tux's AI try-on tool allows customers to view a personalized visualization of selected suits and tuxedos, enabling comparison of different styles and…

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Hanna Andersson hires Kacey Sharrett as chief digital officer

January 12, 2026

Kacey Sharrett has been name chief digital officer at Hanna Andersson, a children's apparel brand.

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