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- 12/22/2025
Mastercard SpendingPulse: Holiday sales up 3.9%, fueled by e-commerce, apparel
U.S. consumers combined in-store visits with online browsing to secure the best promotions and maximize convenience this holiday season. - 12/21/2025
Report: Barnes & Noble to open 60 stores in 2026
Barnes & Noble is continuing to expand its retail footprint amid a resurgence in brick-and-mortar bookstores. - 12/21/2025
Longtime CEO of 7-Eleven to retire; interim chiefs named
The hunt is on for a new chief executive at a convenience store giant. - 12/17/2025
Pacsun plots U.S. expansion; to open 20 to 35 new stores over next three years
At a time when many retailers are scaling back brick-and-mortar, Pacsun is expanding its retail footprint, announcing its first U.S. store count increase in nearly 20 years. - 12/17/2025
Sweetgreen co-founder to retire as chief brand officer
Sweetgreen Inc. is losing one of its longest-serving executives. - 12/17/2025
Report: Activist investor builds $1B-plus Lululemon stake; lines up CEO candidate
Elliott Investment Management is making its voice heard following the news that Lululemon Athletica CEO Calvin McDonald plans to step down at the end of January. - 12/17/2025
First Look: Nespresso debuts new flagship concept in NYC
Nespresso has unveiled a new flagship format — complete with a hidden coffee bar. - 12/17/2025
Lululemon to open stores in six new global markets in 2026
Lululemon is accelerating its international expansion. - 12/15/2025
Brand House Q3 sales fall 9.5% ahead of Bed, Bath & Beyond deal
The Brand House Collective, formerly Kirkland's Inc., reported third-quarter results that fell short of Street expectations as it awaits the completion of its acquisition by Bed, Bath & Beyond Inc. - 12/15/2025
Consortium Brand Partners in group to acquire California Pizza Kitchen
Consortium Brand Partners is diversifying its portfolio, expanding into the food, beverage, and hospitality sectors. - 12/15/2025
Circana: November sales steady, but key holiday shopping weeks lack momentum
Overall retail spending held steady in November, but Black Friday week and Cyber week combined resulted in a 2% dollar and nearly 5% unit decline from last year. - 12/14/2025
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