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- 6/2/2020
Dick’s swings to loss but online surges; sees improving Q2 conditions
Dick's Sporting Goods Inc. swung to a first-quarter loss as closed stores took a big toll on sales. - 6/2/2020
Build-A-Bear Workshop turnaround stalled by COVID-19
Build-A-Bear Workshop lost its growing momentum in the first quarter as it closed its stores, famous for their high-touch and interactive environments, early on in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. - 6/2/2020
Report: LVMH reconsidering acquisition of Tiffany
The biggest deal ever in the luxury market — the $16.2 billion acquisition of Tiffany & Co. by luxury good giant LVMH — may no longer be a sure thing. - 6/2/2020
New CEO for Tommy Hilfiger Global
The chief executive officer of Timmy Hilfiger Global and PVH Europe is stepping down. - 6/2/2020
Banana Republic in partnership to donate new clothing to Americans in need
Banana Republic is teaming up with a nonprofit that unites retailers, manufacturers, foundations and individuals to support Americans affected by poverty and tragedy. - 6/2/2020
Merchants report big decline in debit/credit card volume amid COVID-19
One-quarter of all merchants experienced a drop of more than 56% in April card volume as compared to February, according to data released by The Strawhecker Group. - 6/1/2020
Harrods to open outlet store to sell excess inventory resulting from pandemic
Harrods is opening its first-ever outlet store. - 6/1/2020
Lowe’s launches new service for contractors to make home visits — virtually
Lowe’s is expanding its focus on professional customers with an augmented reality tool that makes it easier for plumbers and other contractors to troubleshoot problems with homeowners — without an initial visit. - 6/1/2020
‘Uncertainty abounds’ about economic recovery, says NRF chief economist
The reopening of businesses shut down by the COVID-19 pandemic is a significant step forward. - 6/1/2020
Nearly half of consumers ready to shop in-store this week
Forty-seven percent of people are willing to visit a store this week.