Saks expands influencer marketing to TikTokSaks is launching its first-ever promotional content series on TikTok. Rick Caruso enters Los Angeles mayoral raceThe major player in elegant shopping centers in Southern California now wants to be the mayor of Los Angeles. Brick-and-mortar helps drive strong global retail spend in 2021 Physical retail made a strong comeback in 2021. Visa: Omicron’s impact on consumer spending modest in January The COVID-19 omicron variant had less of an impact on U.S. spending than earlier stages of the pandemic. Consumer sentiment falls sharply Inflation is taking a big toll on the mood of the nation’s consumers. Under Armour rebound continues; shifting fiscal year Under Armour’s turnaround maintained momentum quarter as the activewear brand reported fourth-quarter sales and earnings that beat estimates. Urban Outfitters names new president; posts record Q4 sales Urban Outfitters ended the year with record sales and a new leader for its namesake brand. Amazon partners with University of Washington for new science hub Amazon is expanding its focus on robotics innovation. Save A Lot completes transition to wholesale model Save A Lot has completed a transition that it said will position the company for growth. Coach parent company in solid Q2; forecasts record sales Coach saw gains across all three of its brands — Coach, Kate Spade and Sturt Weitzman — during the second quarter. Mastercard SpendingPulse: Retail sales off to solid start in January The new year kicked off with gains across nearly all retail sectors. Korn Ferry: Retail hiring difficulties continue — for stores and DCs Amid an ongoing labor shortage, retailers are considering merit increases to help with retention. First Previous 227 228 229 230 231 Next Last