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- 7/1/2024
Ikea will open on NYC’s Fifth Avenue as owner takes stake in new office, retail tower
Ingka Investments, the investments arm of Ingka Group, which owns the majority of Ikea stores worldwide, has invested in the largest development on Fifth Avenue in more than 60 years. - 7/1/2024
JLL: Back-to-school shopping to rise nearly 22%; physical stores most popular option
There is good news for retailers in an annual survey of consumers’ back-to-school spending intentions. - 7/1/2024
E.l.f. is first beauty brand to test real-world commerce on Roblox
Gen Z-fave beauty brand E.l.f. is expanding its collaboration with Roblox. - 6/28/2024
Tractor Supply eliminates DEI roles, withdraws carbon emissions goals
Tractor Supply Company is taking a more conservative stance as it pulls back on some social issues. - 6/28/2024
FMI Study: The biggest problems affecting grocery retailers are theft and fraud
Although supply chain, transportation, labor and out-of stock problems have eased for food retailers, another major issue impacting profitability is on the rise. - 6/28/2024
C-Suite Moves: June update
Welcome to C-Suite Moves, Chain Store Age’s monthly roundup of the top C-suite moves across the retail industry. - 6/28/2024
Save Mart acquired by Canadian conglomerate Jim Pattison Group
The Save Mart Companies has been acquired for the second time in two years. - 6/26/2024
Former Vitamin Shoppe CEO to lead parent of DressBarn.com, Pier 1.com, other brands
Omni Retail Enterprises has named a seasoned retail executive as CEO. - 6/26/2024
L.L.Bean launches 2024 store expansion — here’s where
L.L.Bean continues to expand its store footprint beyond New England as part of its omnichannel growth strategy, which aims to increase accessibility to the brand through physical stores, e-commerce, wholesale, partner and experiential channels. - 6/25/2024
Judge rejects rejects Visa, Mastercard $30 billion swipe fee settlement
A U.S. judge overseeing a $30 billion preliminary swipe-fees settlement between Mastercard, Visa and retailers formally rejected the settlement on Tuesday.