ICSC: Real estate trends to watch in 2025Mixed-use center developers that are creating a buzz — and positing themselves for longevity — are designing spaces that drive engagement and highlight experiences. Done Deal: WHP completes acquisition of Vera WangWHP Global has officially added another brand to its growing portfolio. Rebag joins Walmart Marketplace A resale retailer of luxury handbags and accessories is opening a storefront on a major third-party digital platform. PLMA: Private label sales hit new record in 2024, rise nearly 4% As inflation continued to impact consumers in 2024, shoppers kept opting for private label products, helping the category hit a new record. 2025: The year RFID breaks through There is finally widespread industry consensus that RFID provides value, and on how and why it does so. Financial analyst/journalist Ron Insana to put spotlight on economy at SPECS 2025 Trail-blazing financial news journalist Ron Insana will be one of the keynote speakers at Chain Store Age’s SPECS Show. The annual event will be held March 9–11, at the Gaylord Texan in Grapevine, Texas. Walmart enters $500 million-plus robotics deal with Symbotic A long-time Walmart automation partner is taking over the discounter's robotics operation. Miami Marlins, Cordish Companies to open Live! entertainment district Big changes are coming to the Miami Marlins’ home stadium. Report: Amazon cutting 200 jobs Amazon is reducing staffing across its North America stores division. NRF: Holiday sales ‘unexpectedly high' with 4% increase over 2023 The holiday season was a bigger success than many expected as consumers “came out to spend” amid lessening inflation and discounting. First Previous 494 495 496 497 498 Next Last
