RH Q1 sales soar 78%; will open in the UK, Paris in 2022RH reported first-quarter sales and earnings that beat expectations and raised its full-year forecast Shopify: Customer service lets small brands compete with marketplacesIndependent retailers and brands face stiff competition from large online marketplaces, but can leverage personalization and product quality to thrive. GameStop narrows loss; names CEO; discloses SEC probe A leading video game retailer reported first-quarter results that beat analysts’ expectations. GameStop names two former Amazon execs to top roles, including CEO GameStop Corp. has tapped a former Amazon executive to lead its turnaround as it puts more of an emphasis on its digital operations. NRF: Consumers want omnichannel convenience, social responsibility Retailers must adapt to a new breed of “citizen shoppers” who desire the flexibility of omnichannel shopping, but also expect retailers to stand for something. Kroger brings next-gen fulfillment center to Florida The Kroger Co. is moving forward with its leading-edge automated warehouse concept known as a customer fulfillment center. Retail sales to exceed $4.44 trillion in 2021, as NRF revises annual forecast upward The National Retail Federation has revised one of its most closely watched forecasts upward as consumer spending accelerates. Supply chains struggle to keep up; problems likely to persist Retail supply chains are working overtime to keep up as consumers return to normal shopping patterns amid increased vaccination rates. Regional grocer localizes omnichannel shopping Hy-Vee Inc. is partnering with Google Cloud to leverage localized information for an enhanced customer experience that transcends channels. 44% of Americans willing to take on debt for post-pandemic spending Many Americans plan to cut loose with money and treat themselves during the second half of 2021 — even if it means going into debt to do it. X Team adds two new affiliates; brings total to 37 X Team’s nationwide network of boutique brokers and retail advisors has added two new affiliates: ADMI, Inc., and Hoffman Strategy Group. Hot Topic contains supply chain with cloud-based warehouse management Hot Topic Inc. is managing its wide-ranging product assortment across three retail brands with advanced warehouse management technology. First Previous 1446 1447 1448 1449 1450 Next Last