Target has entered a new era of trendy snacks, creating more space for products like protein bars and meat sticks as part of a massive refresh of its grocery business.
Class is in session at Ugg. The brand is creating a new college ambassador program as it works to establish itself as a go-to style destination.
In conversations with executives this summer, one consistent theme has been that everybody is trying to court a new demographic that’s in a slightly higher income bracket than their core customer. Or, they’re grappling with how to get their highest spenders to spend more. Here’s what’s driving seemingly every brand to try to position themselves as a premium brand.
This year has been a big one for executive transitions throughout big-box retail. Sometimes, it feels like there’s a new leadership appointment on a weekly basis. In this week’s Big-Box Briefing, we break down how these new appointments, promotions and exits have shaped out so far in 2026.