PwC: Supply chain tech investments fall short as tariffs loom

Supply chain executives widely agree that technology investments haven’t met expectations and that shifting trade policies will impact their strategies.

Home improvement satisfaction up from 2024; Lowe's now leads sector

Home improvement retailers are gaining favor among consumers.

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Core retail sales up 7% year over year in April as consumers stocked up pre-tariffs

Retail sales rose in April as many consumers continued to move up buying to avoid higher prices expected to come with tariffs.

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Steiner takes over leasing at New Hampshire’s Tuscan Village

Aims to secure high-impact fashion, entertainment, and experiential tenants as the property continues to build.

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First Look: Uniqlo continues U.S. expansion in California

Uniqlo’s North American expansion is heating up in the Golden State.
Ikea launches new rewards program

Ikea U.S. has launched a new rewards offering for members of its free loyalty program, which launched in 2011 and has over 21 million members nationwide.
Aldi acquires three former Big Lots locations — here’s where

A fast-growing discount grocer has acquired three former Big Lots locations to continue its expansion.
Automated vertical farming system supplies Whole Foods Market

Whole Foods Market stores in the Phoenix area are receiving herbs and vegetables from sustainable robotic produce supplier Opollo Farm.
Urban Outfitters kicks off 'On Rotation' store experience with Nike

Urban Outfitters is rolling out a new in-store experiential concept, and kicking it off with a major brand partner.
DoorDash expands Wing drone delivery to Charlotte, N.C.

DoorDash is building on its use of Wing delivery drones in Virginia, Texas and Australia.
Survey: Gen Z, millennials use e-commerce, self-checkout to avoid other people

Younger consumers are using online purchasing and other shopping methods to avoid social interactions.
First Look: Whole Food Market Daily Shop opens second location

Whole Foods Market has opened the second location of its smaller format store concept.
Study: U.S. shoppers pull back from Temu, Shein; shift spending to Old Navy, others

Consumer spending has shifted amid U.S.–China trade tensions.

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PwC: Supply chain tech investments fall short as tariffs loom

Home improvement satisfaction up from 2024; Lowe's now leads sector

Core retail sales up 7% year over year in April as consumers stocked up pre-tariffs

The power of strategic leasing

Steiner takes over leasing at New Hampshire’s Tuscan Village

Store Experience Study 2025

First Look: Uniqlo continues U.S. expansion in California

Ikea launches new rewards program

Aldi acquires three former Big Lots locations — here’s where

Automated vertical farming system supplies Whole Foods Market

Urban Outfitters kicks off 'On Rotation' store experience with Nike

DoorDash expands Wing drone delivery to Charlotte, N.C.

Survey: Gen Z, millennials use e-commerce, self-checkout to avoid other people

First Look: Whole Food Market Daily Shop opens second location

Study: U.S. shoppers pull back from Temu, Shein; shift spending to Old Navy, others

Dynamic Design & Permitting Strategies to Fast-Track Retail Construction

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PwC: Supply chain tech investments fall short as tariffs loom

Home improvement satisfaction up from 2024; Lowe's now leads sector

Core retail sales up 7% year over year in April as consumers stocked up pre-tariffs

The power of strategic leasing

Steiner takes over leasing at New Hampshire’s Tuscan Village

First Look: Uniqlo continues U.S. expansion in California

Ikea launches new rewards program

Aldi acquires three former Big Lots locations — here’s where

Automated vertical farming system supplies Whole Foods Market

Urban Outfitters kicks off 'On Rotation' store experience with Nike

DoorDash expands Wing drone delivery to Charlotte, N.C.

Survey: Gen Z, millennials use e-commerce, self-checkout to avoid other people

First Look: Whole Food Market Daily Shop opens second location

Study: U.S. shoppers pull back from Temu, Shein; shift spending to Old Navy, others