Anthony (Tony) Camilletti, national account executive at Federal Heath, died suddenly on November 14, 2022, at his home in Washington, Mich.

Ikea parent launches fund to help employees cope with higher living costs Ingka Group has created a $10 million social fund to help its employees who may need financial assistance due to increases in the cost of living.

In-person shopping is back with a vengeance.

Consumer sentiment is back in the summer doldrums.

Hudson is expanding its relationship with Sunglass Hut.

The Container Store Group has tapped a retail veteran as chief merchant.

Gap Inc. is expanding its distribution via a partnership with Amazon Fashion.

Bad Ass Coffee of Hawaii’s expansion is heating up, in its headquarters state and beyond.

REI continues to expand its store portfolio.  The specialty outdoor retailer will open a store at the Market and Main shopping center in Bedford, New Hampshire in fall 2023. It will be REI’s second location in the state.

Consumers and the economy are holding up better than expected, both of which bode well for holiday sales.