Good news for retailers in this sports nicheWith both the 2018 PGA Championship and U.S. Open Tennis Championship coming up, the golf and tennis equipment markets have something to celebrate. Party City to team up with AmazonParty City has joined the growing list of retail companies that are making deals with Amazon. Penney makes big bet on baby market with departure of Babies "R" Us J.C. Penney is hoping to fill the void left by the departure of Babies “R” Us and the rapidly shrinking store portfolio of Sears. What's new? It’s an exciting time to be in retail — really. Here are four of my favorite start-ups bringing a new level of energy into the industry. Casper to go big in brick-and-mortar with 200 stores The online brand credited with starting the disruption of mattress retailing is planting its flag in the physical space. Winning the Hearts–and Loyalty–of Younger Consumers Not only are today’s younger consumers financially conscious, they’re also heavily influenced by cost when it comes to purchasing decisions. New sunglass concept debuts A new retailer has made its debut, at Orlando International Airport. Toy sales up—and the industry has Toys ‘R’ Us to thank The toy industry is having a comeback, boosted by the liquidation of the Toys “R” Us retail empire. Off-price retailer files Chapter 11, plans to close some stores With a goal of moving its business forward, National Stores has filed for bankruptcy protection, and will shutter some stores to restructure its debt load. Walmart reportedly ‘gobbles’ up new meal kit deal Walmart is expanding its meal kit offering. First Previous 536 537 538 539 540 Next Last