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- 3/25/2026
Most frequent C-store visitors motivated by identity and familiarity, not price
The most frequent convenience store visitors are motivated by human connection and cultural identity, not just price. - 3/25/2026
The 10 ‘most innovative’ companies in retail are...
Fast Company has revealed its 2026 lineup of the 10 “most Innovative” companies in retail, and it ranges from legacy retailers to the operator of 24-hour, staff-free convenience stores. - 3/24/2026
‘Natural health’ minimalist footwear brand Vivobarefoot to open first U.S. store
Vivobarefoot is poised to make its U.S. debut in New York City. - 3/24/2026
GameStop earnings top Street, sales disappoint; post strong balance sheet
GameStop Corp.’s fourth-quarter earnings rose amid tight cost controls even as its sales continue to fall. - 3/23/2026
Home Depot subsidiary SRS Distribution to acquire HVAC wholesaler
The Home Depot continues to beef up offerings for its “pro” customers. - 3/23/2026
Gap to deploy two AI technologies: personalized fit, checkout on Google Gemini
Gap Inc. is set to deploy two new AI technologies designed to make online shopping simpler for customers. - 3/22/2026
SPECS 2026 puts spotlight on store development, facilities management
The spotlight was on physical retail at Chain Store Age’s 62nd annual SPECS Show. - 3/19/2026
Datassential report reveals top 25 emerging restaurant chains
When it comes to the next generation of restaurant growth, focused concepts are scaling faster and global cuisines is continuing to gain momentum. - 3/19/2026
Torrid to close 30 stores as optimization program enters final phase
Torrid Holdings Inc. is ready to begin its next chapter. - 3/18/2026
Five Below sales, earnings surge as comps jump 15.4%; to open 150 stores
Five Below reported strong fourth-quarter earnings and sales that topped estimates and gave a positive forecast for this year as its value proposition draws younger shoppers across all income levels.