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- 4/20/2023
Ikea to invest over $2.2B in new U.S. stores, pickup sites during next three years
Ikea is making its largest investment in the U.S. since it opened here 40 years ago. - 4/19/2023
Study: Consumer optimism, spending, travel plans up despite recession concerns
Consumers are feeling more optimistic these days and it’s reflected in their spending and vacation plans. - 4/19/2023
Convenience store sales hit new high in 2022; so do operating costs
Propelled by foodservice, in-store convenience store sales hit a new record in 2022. - 4/19/2023
Gap partners with Mattel for apparel collections— will launch with Barbie
Gap is getting on board the Barbie train. - 4/19/2023
Fanatics to run on-site retail for World Wrestling Entertainment
Fanatics is expanding its partnership with Vince McMahon’s World Wrestling Entertainment. - 4/19/2023
The Body Shop CEO stepping down; former Coach exec named interim chief
The chief executive of The Body Shop is leaving after five years on the job. - 4/18/2023
First Look: Apple opens its first store in India
Apple has finally brought its retail store concept to the world’s most populous country. - 4/18/2023
Kendra Scott to celebrate ‘Mother’s Day Monday’ as paid corporate holiday
A jewelry brand that has a strong philanthropic bent and was founded by a woman has a special appreciation for working parents. - 4/18/2023
Korn Ferry: Retail starting pay rates up ‘significantly’ since pre-pandemic
There’s good news for store employees regarding pay. - 4/18/2023
Survey: Consumers shopping multiple stores for grocery deals
U.S. shoppers remain concerned about rising food prices, but they are less likely to cut back on the number of items they purchase.