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Walmart’s Stablecoin Gambit: Reinventing Payments at Scale

Walmart, long a bellwether for retail disruption and ambitious in its experiments with technology, is reportedly exploring the issuance of a dollar pegged stablecoin, potentially signaling a major shakeup in how consumers transact. (coindesk.com) Why the move makes sense At the heart of the proposal is a simple but compelling financial rationale: transaction costs. Credit […]
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Build-A-Bear Brings Hello Kitty Partnership Stores to 2 Major U.S. Malls

Build-A-Bear and Sanrio, the brand behind Hello Kitty, will expand their co-branded stores to two of the country’s biggest malls in early 2026: the American Dream mall in Rutherford, N.J. and Bloomington, Minn.’s Mall of America. The brands had opened the first Build-A-Bear x Hello Kitty and Friends Workshop at LA’s Westfield Century City in […]
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The Alchemy of Attention, Accuracy, Accountability and Action

Ever notice how many cities are approximately 40 miles apart?  I think it’s because this is how far we could travel on horseback when our cities were first created.  Imagine what it felt like back then if someone said, “someday you will travel 40 miles in 40 minutes”.  But these words took a long time […]
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Inside The Ozempic Economy, Today & Tomorrow

The Washington Post is reporting that “industry insiders are gearing up for weight-loss drugs to shake up the consumer economy as they seep into every sector — including apparel, restaurants, grocery, gyms and travel. They are causing a ‘psychological shift’ for the people taking them, said Ali Furman, a partner in PwC’s U.S. consumer markets […]
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  1. Associates & Employees

Your Views:  Benefit Of The Doubt?

I wrote the other day about how management at Target and Starbucks seem tone-deaf, prompting MNB reader Patti Pagels to write: When I read about the new initiatives at Target and Starbucks that seemed tone-deaf to you, my first thought was that Target’s might not be all that bad. I have met with some younger […]
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The Value of Fast-Food Gift Cards as Holiday Gifts

  Practical, popular, and — yes — still surprisingly strategic for brands. This holiday season, fast-food gift cards are doing double duty: they’re a low-friction present for shoppers and a high-ROI customer-acquisition tool for restaurants. Below I’ll drill into who likes them, who buys them, why they’re rarely regifted, the top fast-food gift-card brands to […]
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Your Ultimate Guide to Making the Most of CES 2026

The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is one of the most influential technology events in the world—where innovators, product manufacturers, retailers, and tech enthusiasts gather to experience the future. CES 2026 is expected to be bigger and more transformative than ever, showcasing the cutting-edge technologies that will shape the next decade. Whether you’re preparing to exhibit, […]
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How Retailers Can Unlock New Revenue Streams Through In-Store Media

Physical stores are concerned with shelf space and turnover. The brick-and-mortar shops are becoming influential media networks with the power to capture buyers’ attention at the very moment they make their buying decisions. Since foot traffic is one of the most valuable resources of retailers, there is an additional chance to commercialize the foot traffic […]
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Industry associations welcome Home Office initiative to tackle retail crime

ACS (the Association of Convenience Stores) has welcomed the launch of the Home Office’s ‘Winter of Action’, aimed at tackling retail crime and anti-social behaviour. The ‘Winter of Action’ initiative will see police using hotspot patrols, quick visible enforcement, and locally tailored approaches, working closely… This story continues at Industry associations welcome Home Office initiative […]
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Evri introduces new state-of-the-art label printers

Parcel delivery company Evri has announced the further strengthening of its network of ParcelShops this peak, with the rollout of its brand-new state-of-the-art label printers. In readiness for what is forecast to be another record-breaking festive season, the parcel delivery company has collaborated with Zebra… This story continues at Evri introduces new state-of-the-art label printers […]
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Leading Patagonia: President Jenna Johnson on Product, Efficiency and Sustainability

This article first appeared in our sister publication Shop Eat Surf Outdoor (SESO) Even though she had already spent many years in the outdoor industry, Jenna Johnson said it felt like a homecoming the first time she visited the Patagonia campus in Ventura, Calif., in late 2010. “It was this feeling of, ‘Oh, these are […]
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  1. Data & Insights

203 Million Shoppers. One Big Mistake.

Black Friday weekend delivered a historic surge in shoppers — more than any year on record — but the real story is what those crowds revealed about retail execution. Some brands capitalized on the moment with strong omnichannel experiences and meaningful promotions. Others reminded us how quickly customer excitement can turn into backlash when expectations […]
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  1. Department: Food

Hand Held Power: How Finger-Ready Food Is Re-Shaping Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

  At the intersection of the consumer, meal-time fragmentation, and digital engagement sits the most powerful driver of retail foodservice growth today: hand held food; that according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. Whether it’s breakfast burritos at 6:15 a.m., a grab-and-go protein wrap at noon, or portable sliders for […]
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  1. Data & Insights

AI’s Impact on the Marketing World: What Product Startups Need to Know to Win in Retail

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a “future trend”—it’s the driving force behind modern marketing and a critical competitive advantage for product startups preparing to work with retailers. As AI becomes deeply integrated across every industry, marketing is shifting from instinct-driven decisions to data-powered strategies. For consumer product brands, especially those gearing up for retail […]
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  1. CPG: HBC

SKE targets record sales with launch of its first device over 10,000 puffs

Vape brand SKE has launched its first 15K big puff device, SKE BAR 15K, to the UK retail market. The company said it is fully confident that the device will drive record sales amid growing consumer demand for refillable products. The new 15,000-puff device follows… This story continues at SKE targets record sales with launch […]
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  1. Department: Beverage

Radnor Hills becomes Official Water Partner of Cardiff City FC

Radnor Hills has signed a two-year partnership deal with Cardiff City FC. The agreement will see Radnor Hills provide its natural mineral water and a range of its other soft drinks to players, coaching staff and fans at the Cardiff City Stadium and their Vale… This story continues at Radnor Hills becomes Official Water Partner […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Magnum Tonic Wine unveils new win-win campaign for independent retailers and consumers

Magnum Tonic Wine is encouraging both retailers and consumers to ‘Get more from Maggie’ this winter, with a campaign running from now until 23rd December. The campaign will reward retailers and engage shoppers, boosting brand visibility and encouraging more people to choose Magnum in UK… This story continues at Magnum Tonic Wine unveils new win-win […]
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  1. Channel: Club

Costco sues Trump administration for tariff refund

​[[{“value”:” Dive Brief The retail giant is calling for funds to be returned as the Supreme Court weighs the legality of certain levies imposed by President Donald Trump. Published Dec. 3, 2025 Shoppers walk in front of a Costco store on Feb. 25, 2021, in Inglewood, California. Costco is suing the Trump administration, joining other […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Dollar Tree attracts more high-income consumers as sales grow

​[[{“value”:” Dive Brief The discount retailer attracted even more wealthy shoppers in Q3, though overall store traffic declined for the first time since fiscal year 2022. Published Dec. 3, 2025 A Dollar Tree store in Smithfield, Virginia. Dollar Tree opened 106 stores in the quarter. Nate Delesline/Retail Dive “}]]  Post Views: 13
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At Dollar Tree’s investor day this month, the discount retailer gave a peek into how it’s catching up with the times — and AI is playing a key role. If one thing is certain, CEO Mike Creedon told investors, it’s that Dollar Tree must evolve. “And we are, from a single price point model to […]
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New Amazon smart delivery glasses help drivers navigate routes and complete deliveries

Amazon has unveiled new smart glasses designed to assist drivers in navigating their routes and completing deliveries. The AI powered technology provides hands free navigation, package scanning, and hazard detection directly in drivers’ field of view, eliminating the need to look down at their smartphones while making deliveries. The glasses feature computer vision technology that […]
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