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- 1/13/2026
Levi’s launches program to teach Gen Z clothing repair, customization skills
Gen Z might lead the thrifting movement, but when it comes to repairing clothes, many are in the dark. - 1/13/2026
Saks files for bankruptcy protection; taps former Neiman Marcus leader as CEO
In an expected move, the parent company of Saks Fifth Avenue, Saks Off 5th, Neiman Marcus and Bergdorf Goodman has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. - 1/11/2026
Import cargo volume expected to remain down year over year until spring
Following “chronic uncertainty” from increased U.S. tariffs in 2025, the impact on cargo imports in 2026 is likely to still be affected by trade policy. - 1/11/2026
JLL: Three U.S. cities dominate high-street retail growth
Prime urban retail is consolidating into a “winner-take-all” environment, dominated by three cities. - 1/11/2026
Holiday sales up 4.1% based on data from CNBC/Retail Monitor
Sales rose across the board in December as consumers didn't let economic uncertainty and other concerns get in the way of holiday spending. - 1/11/2026
Walmart teams with Google to make shopping easier for customers
Walmart Inc. and Google are teaming up to make it easier for easier for customers to shop though Google’s AI assistant, Gemini. - 1/8/2026
Macy’s to close 14 stores in 2026 — here are all the locations
Macy’s Inc. continues to shrink the footprint of its namesake nameplate. - 1/8/2026
L.L.Bean names new CEO
L.L.Bean has ended its search for a new chief executive by promoting a long-time company executive. - 1/7/2026
Walmart launches digital health care platform; cutting prices on wellness items
Walmart is starting the new year with an initiative intended to make health care easier and more affordable. - 1/7/2026
C-Suite Moves: December update
Here are the major C-suite changes that occurred in December, in the order they were announced. (All changes have already taken effect unless otherwise noted.)