SPECS Show UpdatePhysical retail will be top of mind at Chain Store Age’s annual SPECS Show. The event, now in its 56th year, will be held at the Gaylord Texan in Grapevine (Dallas), Texas, March 15-17, 2020. First Look: Highlights of Nordstrom’s long-awaited NYC flagshipNordstrom is betting big in one of its biggest markets, with the largest single-project investment in the brand’s storied history. Foot Locker to open a cafe—temporarily Foot Locker will add hot dogs to the mix at its Los Angeles flagship. REI piloting used-gear buy back program as part of ambitious sustainability move REI will once again shut down its operations on Black Friday. But the co-op is framing the action as part of a much wider effort. Walmart in unique, multi-energy agreement Walmart is expanding its sourcing from wind energy projects in two different energy markets. JLL: The top five retailers where consumers plan to holiday shop are… Holiday shoppers are fairly consistent when it comes to their favorite stores. First Look: FAO Schwarz drops retail anchor in London FAO Schwarz has opened its first brick-and-mortar location in Europe. Benetton to ‘pop-up’ in return to U.S. retail The United Colors of Benetton is making its first foray into the U.S. retail scene after more than a two-year absence. Sportsman’s Warehouse converts Field & Stream stores to it banner A regional sporting goods retailer has entered two new states via an acquisition. Ikea’s transformation plans include brick-and-mortar Ikea is preparing for an omnichannel future that will blend digital and physical customer interactions. First Previous 353 354 355 356 357 Next Last