The new company operating Big Lots stores post-bankruptcy plans to divert from choices made by the chain's previous management. Instead, the company plans to scale back the furniture selection and lean into low-priced, name-brand apparel while maintaining the brand's identity.
Baby products are among the items that have been hit the hardest by tariffs. Now, Babylist is running an ad in the Washington Post calling on an "immediate reprieve from tariffs on essential baby products," while some business owners are advising customers that they might want to buy now.
Shoppers are flocking to stores to stock up on everything from sweaters to shelf-stable foods ahead of further price increases from tariffs, data shows.
Mack Weldon is calling on shoppers to "recession-proof your underwear drawer," and is putting a price lock on underwear until July 4. During a time mired by economic uncertainty, Mack Weldon sees providing certainty to customers as a way to stand out.
Amazon is doubling down on off-site checkout, bringing its signature Prime benefits to more direct-to-consumer brands through international platforms like Shopline.
Just as investors were getting excited by splashy exits by Poppi and Alani Nu, market unrest has put a pause on some dealmaking conversations.
Shoppers are starting to move up purchases in anticipation of further price hikes from tariffs. Shopping activity may fall off by the summer as a result.
As tariffs disrupt textile supply chains, the U.S. cotton industry is unlikely to be able to support new manufacturing capacities. Coyuchi’s director of sourcing and sustainability spoke about why it’s so hard for brands to source U.S. cotton.
Baby products are among the items that have been hit the hardest by tariffs. Now, Babylist is running an ad in the Washington Post calling on an “immediate reprieve from tariffs on essential baby products,” while some business owners are advising customers that they might want to buy now.
Shoppers are flocking to stores to stock up on everything from sweaters to shelf-stable foods ahead of further price increases from tariffs, data shows.
In our annual series, the Modern Retail Vanguard, we’re highlighting 15 people who exemplify the skills needed to succeed in today’s retail environment across three categories: operations, marketing and technology. These are the people who, behind the scenes, helped companies grow amid an uncertain retail environment.
Chase is boosting its BNPL options available at checkout as such services continue to grow in popularity with budget-conscious consumers.
The Nintendo Switch 2 is the first example of a major game console launch in the face of the latest round of significant tariffs. It also demonstrates how President Trump’s announcement will affect the entire electronics industry and consumer products, in general.
Bradley Keefer, CRO, Keen Decision Systems The current economic outlook is uncertain, with consumer confidence declining, egg prices climbing and new tariffs in place. Meanwhile, supply chain disruptions caused by understaffing and trade war implications pose broader risks to the global economy. With so much turmoil, long-term marketing budgets pose a challenge for retailers. To […]
American Eagle Outfitters is rolling out its own affiliate program to boost sales and connect with brand fans. Its chief marketing officer told Modern Retail how the program works and why it’s an opportunity to scale.
Rare Beauty is the latest to launch a Substack as more brands look for ways to organically reach people outside of Instagram and TikTok. But brands should be mindful before jumping into the platform.
With sales of snacks and treats taking a hit this year, grocery retailers and brands are luring shoppers with discounts and deals on items like ice cream, chips and cookies.
Local retailers in and around the nation’s capital have looked for new ways to lure in anxious or budget-conscious customers. A bookstore’s puppy yoga event, for example, sold out almost instantly.
