1. Shopper & Customer

Eli Lilly Uses LilyDirect To Sell Weight Loss Drugs Straight to Consumers

Written by Posted on Less than 0 min read

Eli Lilly is primed to redefine the traditional drug distribution model by vending their medicines, particularly their burgeoning weight-loss drugs, directly to consumers.

View Original Article
Member since
RetailWire is retailing’s premier online discussion forum, serving the industry as a free resource for over 18 years with compelling content that goes well beyond conventional headline reporting. Each business morning, our editors post timely topics worthy of commentary by the RetailWire BrainTrust panel of industry experts and general readership. The results are virtual round tables of industry opinion and advice covering the most dynamic trends and issues affecting the retailing industry. https://retailwire.com/
Do you like RetailWire's articles? Follow on social!

More from RetailWire

  1. Channel: Ecommerce & Digital

Fake red-soled Louboutins sold on Amazon could set precedent for accountability

In a long fought dispute, a court in Luxembourg has cleared the way for shoe designer Louboutin to try to hold Amazon responsible for the sale of lookalikes of its iconic red-sole designs by third-party sellers in the online marketplace. The Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) said Amazon could rightfully be held […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Corporate Strategy

Activist investor seeks control of Bath & Body Works’ board

Third Point, an activist investor with a six percent stake in Bath & Body Works, is planning to launch a proxy fight against the retailer to put directors on the board that will address executive pay and company performance issues. View Original Article Executives Strategy RetailWire Member since October 25, 2020 Loading + Follow Following […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Trends & External Forces

Company Behind Popular Dating Apps Sued Over Addictive Use

A lawsuit against Match Group claims that dating apps promote addictive use. Tinder, Hinge, and other Match dating apps are filled with addictive features that encourage “compulsive” use, the proposed class-action lawsuit, filed on Valentine’s Day, claims. View Original Article Legal & Criminal Holiday & Events RetailWire Member since October 25, 2020 Loading + Follow […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Data & Insights

The Jonas Brothers, Katy Perry, and Other Music Stars Criticize ‘Enormous’ AI Threats

Over 200 artists, including Katy Perry, Billie Eilish, Kacey Musgraves, J Balvin, Ja Rule, Jon Bon Jovi, The Jonas Brothers, and Miranda Lambert, are voicing serious concerns about threats linked to artificial intelligence in the music industry. View Original Article AI Technology & Innovation RetailWire Member since October 25, 2020 Loading + Follow Following RetailWire […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Channel: Delivery

Instacart Forbids Shoppers From Giving Customers Paper Receipts From Their Order. Here’s Why.

Instacart shoppers are not permitted to give paper receipts to customers, as the company provides digital receipts, but some customers have found ways to obtain the paper receipts, revealing that items purchased through Instacart often come with higher prices than in-store. The markups, coupled with service fees and tips, can lead to customers paying significantly… […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Associates & Employees

Warner Music To Lay Off 600 Employees

The music giant will let 10% of its workforce go over the course of 2024. View Original Article Associates Predictions and Forecasts RetailWire Member since October 25, 2020 Loading + Follow Following RetailWire is retailing’s premier online discussion forum, serving the industry as a free resource for over 18 years with compelling content that goes […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Department: Consumer Durables

Nike is discounting DTC prices to move inventory

Nike is finding it more difficult to clear its inventory in light of current economic challenges and is resorting to discounting to boost sales. The athleticwear brand’s CFO  Matt Friend, said Nike plans to continue promoting its direct-to-consumer business. Nike’s business with wholesale accounts fell to 56 percent in May, down from 70 percent four… […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Operations & Supply Chain

Andy Dunn returns to Bonobos

Andy Dunn, co-founder of Bonobos, is rejoining the business as a brand advisor after the company was sold to WHP Global earlier this year. WHP CEO Yehuda Shmidman said of bringing Mr. Dunn back, “You get the opportunity to dive deep into why the brand was created in the first place, the success it enjoyed… […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Retail Ecosystem

ThredUp to list its stock on an alternate exchange

ThredUp will dual list its shares on Nasdaq and the Long Term Stock Exchange (LTSE), which was created to promote sustainable business practices and long-term investing focus. “People are going to realize that the definition of profit that we have been using the last 25 years is wrong, and that what it means to make […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Stores & Formats

Claire’s to open shops inside 21 Macy’s stores

Macy’s said that it will open Claire’s store-within-a-store concepts inside 21 of its locations. The move is part of the department store’s plans to broaden its customer base. The chain recently opened Toys “R” Us shops inside all its stores. View Original Article Brick and Mortar Shoppers Dept. Nonfood Dept. Toys & Games RetailWire Member […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Technology & Innovation

IHOP cutting limited time offering as its expands menu offerings

IHOP has revamped its menu across dayparts as it seeks to address the needs of its most important customers. The menu expansion–the chain will now have multiple varieties of Eggs Benedict for example–seeks to satisfy customers’ cravings and reduce the need for limited time offerings. “This is the largest innovation we’ve done and is part […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Associates & Employees

Union and Starbucks offer different takes on shuttered store

Starbucks says it is closing a store in Seattle due to security and safety concerns. The union, which represents workers at the location, says the store is being shuttered to interfere with workers’ right to organize. View Original Article Store Location Restaurants Associates RetailWire Member since October 25, 2020 Loading + Follow Following RetailWire is […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Uncategorized

Powerball Jackpot Hits $521 Million

The Powerball jackpot climbed to a staggering $521 million after nobody claimed the grand prize in Wednesday’s drawing. Saturday’s drawing took place just after 11 p.m. EST, with the winning numbers announced shortly after. View Original Article RetailWire Member since October 25, 2020 Loading + Follow Following RetailWire is retailing’s premier online discussion forum, serving […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers

Cisco Acquires Splunk for $28 Billion

After months of anticipation, Cisco has finalized the acquisition of Splunk, marking a significant milestone for both companies. View Original Article Acquisition RetailWire Member since October 25, 2020 Loading + Follow Following RetailWire is retailing’s premier online discussion forum, serving the industry as a free resource for over 18 years with compelling content that goes […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Trends & External Forces

Retailers face uncertainty as 2023 begins

Retailers are looking for a strong finish in January to prop up their holiday season performance and to clear out what remains of excess inventory. Concerns over a potential economic downturn remain as the new year begins. View Original Article Economy Holiday & Events Operations & Supply Chain Predictions and Forecasts RetailWire Member since October […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Corporate Finance

Capital One Eyes Discover Financial Merger

In a potentially massive move for the credit card industry, reports suggest that Capital One is contemplating acquiring Discover Financial. If this deal goes through, it would merge two of the country’s biggest credit card giants, creating a behemoth in the sector. View Original Article Results & Investment Mergers RetailWire Member since October 25, 2020 […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Operations & Supply Chain

Freight companies say retailers are cutting back

Freight companies expect that demand for their services will decrease as retailers have become hesitant about placing big orders based on changes in consumer buying behavior. “It’s better to understand what the customer wants and go after it than to buy it all upfront and hope it sells,” Thomas Kingsbury, Kohl’s CEO, said on the […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Associates & Employees

Noncompete agreements hurt women and people of color more

The Federal Trade Commission is proposing a new rule that would eliminate the use of non-compete agreements in most employment contracts. The agency contends that such agreements drive down the incomes of all workers and not just those who have agreed to such clauses as terms of employment. Research shows that women and people of […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Trends & External Forces

Starbucks Spring Menu Brings New Drinks for 2024

Starbuck is getting ready to welcome spring 2024 by embracing the trending lavender flavor across its menu. View Original Article Restaurants Predictions and Forecasts RetailWire Member since October 25, 2020 Loading + Follow Following RetailWire is retailing’s premier online discussion forum, serving the industry as a free resource for over 18 years with compelling content […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Trends & External Forces

CVS deal for Oak Street Health is all about Medicare recipients

CVS’s planned acquisition of Oak Street Health will give it a direct line to Medicare Part C recipients, which account for about half of all Americans receiving healthcare benefits as part of the federal program. Oak Street caters to Part C members at its 160 clinics across 21 states. View Original Article Acquisition CVS Health […]
< 1 min read
0
Next