Stores & Formats Kirkland’s Looks to Beyond, Inc. Partnership to Propel Profitability Home décor and furniture retailer Kirkland’s has updated its transformation strategy, and the company’s new partnership with Beyond, Inc. is now a central pillar of that effort. For going on two years, Kirkland’s has been working to improve its performance through a combination of inventory refreshes and marketing adjustments. Those efforts got a big […] Retail TouchPoints February 19, 2025February 19, 2025 3 min read Brick and MortarBrokersStrategyOperations & Supply ChainPepsiCoMerchandisingOwned Brands (Private Label)AcquisitionCustomer ExperienceReturnsMarketing: Social MediaOmnichannelBed Bath & BeyondShoppersStore LocationResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsExecutivesMarketing: In StoreDeliveryTechnology & InnovationHealth & WellnessSustainability 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Finance The Container Store Goes Private Following Month-Long Bankruptcy The Container Store has emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as a private company owned by its “supportive lenders,” according to a site the retailer has created. The move is part of a reorganization plan that was approved by the U.S. Bankruptcy Court on Jan. 24, 2025. The specialty retailer, which operates 100 stores nationwide, […] Retail TouchPoints January 30, 2025January 30, 2025 2 min read BankruptcyShoppersMarketing: Social MediaData & InsightsCustomer ExperienceSustainabilityStrategyMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionGovernmentExecutivesBrick and MortarBed Bath & BeyondAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers NY Stock Exchange Suspends Trading of The Container Store Stock The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) has begun proceedings to delist the common stock of The Container Store Group, beginning with an immediate suspension of trading on the stock. The retailer received a warning in May 2024 after its stock dipped below an average trading price of $1 for more than 30 days. However, the […] Retail TouchPoints December 11, 2024December 11, 2024 < 1 min read Results & InvestmentPartnershipsMarketing: Social MediaOmnichannelMergersGovernmentBed Bath & Beyond 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Beyond Raises Red Flag on Container Store Partnership, Sets Jan. 31 Deadline to Pull Out Bed Bath & Beyond parent company Beyond, Inc. has raised concerns about its proposed partnership with The Container Store, saying it is concerned about the latter’s ability to secure the necessary financing and that it may terminate the deal if satisfactory financing is not secured by Jan. 31, 2025. In October, Beyond committed to invest […] Retail TouchPoints November 22, 2024November 22, 2024 2 min read PartnershipsResults & InvestmentOmnichannelStore LocationBrick and MortarMarketing: Social MediaBed Bath & BeyondAssociatesPredictions and ForecastsMergersExecutivesData & InsightsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionDept. NonfoodShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Associates & Employees Beyond to lay off 20% of workforce [[{“value”:” Chief Product Officer Carlisha Robinson was terminated without cause Tuesday, according to a regulatory filing. Published Oct. 23, 2024 A Bed Bath and Beyond sign on a now-shuttered store in Virginia. The company said this week it plans to cut 20% of its workforce before the end of the year. Nate Delesline III/Retail Dive […] RetailDive October 23, 2024October 23, 2024 < 1 min read AssociatesBed Bath & Beyond 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain Bed Bath & Beyond Returns in Partnership with Kirkland’s More than a year after the retailer filed for bankruptcy, this partnership returns Bed Bath & Beyond to brick-and-mortar stores. RetailWire October 23, 2024October 23, 2024 < 1 min read ReturnsPartnershipsBed Bath & BeyondBrick and MortarBankruptcy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats Bed Bath & Beyond stores to return with Kirkland’s partnership The companies will open neighborhood, small-format stores, and Beyond will invest $25 million in Kirkland’s in a combined debt and equity transaction. RetailDive October 21, 2024October 21, 2024 < 1 min read Brick and MortarPartnershipsBed Bath & Beyond 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats BuyBuy Baby to Close all Stores by Year-End, Go Digital-First A little over a year after being acquired out of bankruptcy and reopening 11 physical stores, BuyBuy Baby has announced plans to become a digital-first brand and close all its brick-and-mortar locations by the end of this year, according to the retailer’s website. The brand was bought by baby care brand Dream on Me in July 2023 as […] Retail TouchPoints October 19, 2024October 19, 2024 2 min read Brick and MortarOperations & Supply ChainResults & InvestmentPartnershipsMarketing: Social MediaBed Bath & BeyondBankruptcyMergersExecutivesSustainabilityHoliday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Finance Beyond Kicks Off Container Store Partnership with $40 Million Investment Beyond and The Container Store are embarking on a new strategic partnership that will leverage the latter’s brick-and-mortar footprint with Beyond’s data platform, customer analytics, loyalty and payment programs. As part of the deal, Beyond will invest $40 million in The Container Store through a preferred equity transaction, subject to certain terms and conditions. Additionally, […] Retail TouchPoints October 16, 2024October 16, 2024 3 min read ExecutivesBed Bath & BeyondOmnichannelShoppersPartnershipsResults & InvestmentData & InsightsStore LocationMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: Social MediaBrick and MortarStore FormatMerchandisingDept. NonfoodTarget 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Specialty & Other Beyond to invest $40M in The Container Store As part of the deal, an assortment of Bed Bath & Beyond merchandise will be offered at The Container Store’s brick-and-mortar locations. RetailDive October 16, 2024October 16, 2024 < 1 min read MerchandisingBed Bath & Beyond 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats After shuttering stores at home, Bed Bath & Beyond is going global A new licensing program includes plans to open locations in Mexico and could extend to other Beyond Inc. brands. RetailDive September 11, 2024September 11, 2024 < 1 min read Brick and MortarBed Bath & BeyondInternational - North America 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Specialty & Other With new leaders and a new plan will Beyond’s ‘gallery of brands’ succeed? The company is leveraging Bed Bath & Beyond’s deep name recognition and plans to develop a gallery of retail brands ranging from luxury to off-price. RetailDive August 26, 2024August 26, 2024 < 1 min read Bed Bath & Beyond 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising Beyond Completes Overstock.com Revival with Revamped Website, New Categories Beyond, Inc. — owner of the Overstock, Bed Bath & Beyond and Zulily brands — is celebrating the successful resurrection of Overstock.com with a “Grand Reopening,” featuring a new look and feel for the website and a revamped product assortment. The standalone Overstock site was relaunched in March 2024, after the original site had been […] Retail TouchPoints July 20, 2024July 20, 2024 2 min read Bed Bath & BeyondExecutivesOperations & Supply ChainMerchandisingMarketing: Social MediaDept. PetConsumersDept. ApparelBankruptcyBig DataResults & InvestmentInsight ProvidersMarketing: BrandPartnerships 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Beyond shakes up C-suite in quest for profitability Bed Bath & Beyond CEO Chandra Holt has left after less than five months as the struggling e-retail conglomerate streamlines its leadership. RetailDive June 17, 2024June 17, 2024 < 1 min read ExecutivesBed Bath & Beyond 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Specialty & Other Ryan Cohen dodges Bed Bath & Beyond shareholder lawsuit Claims that the activist investor collected “short-swing” profits, leaving shareholders holding the bag, are moot, a judge ruled Tuesday. RetailDive June 12, 2024June 12, 2024 < 1 min read Legal & CriminalBed Bath & Beyond 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Specialty & Other Former Bed Bath & Beyond sues Hudson Bay investors for $300M The lawsuit states that the hedge fund reaped a short-swing profit weeks before the retailer’s bankruptcy. Hudson Bay disputes the claims. RetailDive May 14, 2024May 14, 2024 < 1 min read Bed Bath & BeyondLegal & CriminalBankruptcy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Specialty & Other Beyond Inc. focuses on brand differentiation as losses widen in Q1 The company is expected to relaunch Zulily in Q3 as it looks to build out sister brands Bed Bath & Beyond and Overstock. RetailDive May 7, 2024May 7, 2024 < 1 min read Bed Bath & Beyond 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Finance Rue21 Files for Third Bankruptcy, Plans to Close all 500+ Stores Seven years into its most recent comeback, teen fashion retailer Rue21 has filed for its third bankruptcy, citing “the continued growth of online shopping, industry competition, inflation and macroeconomic headwinds.” Over the past two decades the mall-based retailer has struggled to regain the popularity it enjoyed during its heyday in the late ’90s. The company […] Retail TouchPoints May 7, 2024May 7, 2024 2 min read BankruptcyExecutivesBrick and MortarDept. ApparelPredictions and ForecastsDept. NonfoodDept. Toys & GamesMarketing: Social MediaHoliday & EventsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionCompetitionOperations & Supply ChainShoppersEconomyBed Bath & BeyondData & InsightsConsumersTargetTechnology & InnovationWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Specialty & Other Beyond Inc. adds 8 people to its leadership team The new executives will fill key roles at the company’s three main banners — Bed Bath & Beyond, Overstock and Zulily. RetailDive May 2, 2024May 2, 2024 < 1 min read ExecutivesBed Bath & Beyond 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Beyond Partners with X to Build Up its Growing Slate of Brands Beyond, Inc. — parent company of the newly relaunched Overstock.com as well as Bed Bath & Beyond and Zulily — has entered a long-term strategic partnership with X even as other advertisers flee the scandal-plagued social media platform. Beyond was formed following Overstock’s June 2023 acquisition of Bed Bath & Beyond, followed by its March […] Retail TouchPoints April 2, 2024April 2, 2024 < 1 min read PartnershipsAcquisitionMarketing: Social MediaPredictions and ForecastsExecutivesBed Bath & BeyondESG and CSRHoliday & EventsMeta (Facebook)ShoppersTargetMarketing: BrandTwitter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Beyond Acquires Zulily, Plans to Revive Brand in Q2 Beyond, Inc. — parent company of Bed Bath & Beyond and Overstock.com — has acquired the intellectual property of defunct flash-sale retailer Zulily, following that platform’s abrupt wind-down of its business in late 2023. Newly appointed Beyond, Inc. Executive Chairman Marcus Lemonis said the acquisition is aimed at strengthening Beyond’s position in the off-price market. Beyond paid $4.5 million in […] Retail TouchPoints March 10, 2024March 10, 2024 3 min read AcquisitionExecutivesShoppersOperations & Supply ChainPredictions and ForecastsBed Bath & BeyondAmazonBankruptcyMarketing: Social MediaResults & InvestmentLegal & CriminalDept. ApparelInsight ProvidersBig DataData & InsightsDept. NonfoodDivestituresESG and CSRMarketing: BrandShopifyStrategySustainabilityTechnology & InnovationVendors 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Burlington Plans to Open 100 New Stores in 2024 Off-price retailer Burlington Stores beat expectations for Q4 2023 (the 14 weeks ended Feb. 3, 2024), with total sales increasing 10% and comparable store sales growing 2% year over year. The quarter closed out a steady year for the chain, with comp store sales up 4% in fiscal 2023, although on an earnings call discussing […] Retail TouchPoints March 9, 2024March 9, 2024 2 min read Predictions and ForecastsBrick and MortarShoppersTargetResults & InvestmentMarketing: Social MediaAcquisitionSustainabilityStrategyExecutivesBed Bath & BeyondBankruptcy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Beyond Inc. acquires Zulily brand for $4.5M The Overstock and Bed Bath & Beyond parent company purchased the online discount retailer to further position itself in the off-price market. RetailDive March 7, 2024March 7, 2024 < 1 min read AcquisitionBed Bath & Beyond 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Beyond Accelerates Overstock Resurrection Following ‘Fatal’ Branding Mistake Beyond, Inc., owner of online retail brands Bed Bath & Beyond (BB&B) and Overstock, will bring back a standalone Overstock.com site in approximately five weeks rather than the September 2024 target date announced earlier. Beyond rechristened its Overstock site with the Bed Bath & Beyond name in June 2023 after it acquired the bankrupt retailer’s […] Retail TouchPoints February 22, 2024February 22, 2024 2 min read ShoppersBed Bath & BeyondPredictions and ForecastsExecutivesMarketing: BrandTargetMarketing: Social MediaAcquisitionReturnsMerchandisingResults & InvestmentInsight ProvidersBig DataShopifyBankruptcy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Specialty & Other Bed Bath & Beyond, Overstock name new CEOs The company has tapped an insider and a newcomer to lead its home-focused e-tail businesses. RetailDive February 20, 2024February 20, 2024 < 1 min read Bed Bath & Beyond 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Bed Bath & Beyond, Overstock Get New CEOs Beyond, Inc. — parent company of Bed Bath & Beyond and Overstock.com — has appointed new CEOs for both brands, and also named Camping World CEO and TV personality Marcus Lemonis as Executive Chairman of its board of directors. The appointments follow the abrupt departure of former Beyond CEO Jonathan Johnson in November 2023. Johnson […] Retail TouchPoints February 20, 2024February 20, 2024 3 min read ExecutivesBed Bath & BeyondInsight ProvidersBig DataPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: BroadcastShoppersData & InsightsResults & InvestmentAssociatesAcquisitionBankruptcyWalmartTargetDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Wegmans Signs Lease For New NYC Space The New York Post reports that Wegmans, having recently opened its first Manhattan store in Greenwich Village, has signed a “long term deal” for a space about four miles to the north near Lincoln Center, real estate that used to be occupied by a Bed Bath & Beyond. The Post writes that “some kind of […] MorningNewsBeat February 14, 2024February 14, 2024 2 min read WegmansRegional GroceryWhole FoodsDept. GroceryStore LocationResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsKrogerFlagship StoresBed Bath & Beyond 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights 4Q23 Home Goods Market Share Index: Pure Players *Crate & Barrel includes CB2 sales; Bed Bath & Beyond pre-Overstock purchase is not included in this iteration of the Home Goods Market Share Index given that the retailer closed its doors on July 30, 2023. The Bed Bath & Beyond listed on this index includes GMV for Overstock.com pre-July 30, 2023, and for its […] Yipitdata January 18, 2024January 18, 2024 3 min read Data & InsightsShoppersDept. NonfoodBrick and MortarBed Bath & BeyondWalmartTargetResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsInternational - North AmericaAmazonHoliday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation The Biggest Stories of 2023 In this Recap Episode, Sri & PVSB review what they consider to be the top CPG/Retail stores of 2023: The end of Boxed.com Omnicom & Albertsons Media Collective partners with trade desk PepsiCo redesigns logo Giant Eagle circulars March no, April yes Kroger/Alb announce decision to sell over 400 stores to C&S Who owns Taco […] The CPG Guys December 30, 2023December 30, 2023 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIInstacartDeliveryMarketing: Retail MediaAmazonPodcastsMarketing: Social MediaMeta (Facebook)Regional GroceryBrick and MortarPepsiCoStart UpsRite AidResults & InvestmentRestaurantsKrogerPartnershipsQ CommerceBankruptcyMarketing: BrandHy-VeeDept. GroceryAlbertsons / SafewayBed Bath & BeyondDept. FreshDept. BeverageHoliday & EventsGiant EagleAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy GameStop’s potential new strategy: Let Ryan Cohen buy other stocks with company cash Struggling retailer GameStop is giving its CEO and chair Ryan Cohen even more control, including the ability to use company cash to buy other stocks. In its quarterly report released Wednesday night, GameStop announced two changes to its corporate investment plan: company cash can now be used to buy equities instead of just short-term debt, […] CNBC December 8, 2023December 8, 2023 2 min read ExecutivesResults & InvestmentStrategyData & InsightsDept. FuelEconomyBankruptcyBed Bath & BeyondChewyBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Valentine’s Day flower sales could shift to FTD, other brands in 2025 1-800-Flowers still leads in US, FTD is gaining share 1-800-Flowers is the largest flower service by sales headed into Valentine’s Day 2025, according to Earnest credit card data. However, the industry stalwart is likely to lose share this season if recent trends continue. Access chart in Dash. 1-800-Flowers commanded 37.0% of Valentine’s Day flower sales […] Written by Earnest Research February 11, 2025February 11, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Holiday & Events Shoppers believe best holiday deals are after holidays A good number of consumers, over 77%, believe there are better deals available after the holidays, and nearly 51% plan to take advantage by making a large purchase in late December and January. Those are top findings from a Holiday Green survey, from CouponCabin, regarding consumer habits in the post-holiday time frame. When it comes to post-holiday […] Written by Retail Customer Experience January 17, 2025January 17, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces 2025 Outlook: A Snapshot into Ad Spend, Opportunities, and Strategies for Growth IAB’s 2025 Outlook: A Snapshot into Ad Spend, Opportunities, and Strategies for Growth offering an early glimpse into ad spending trends for the coming year. The report is a must-read to gain and understanding of brand and agency buyers’ growth strategies and the challenges they foresee. The report covers: 2025 projections for the market overall […] Written by IAB January 16, 2025January 17, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Uncategorized A major shift in North American grocery retail Spending is migrating away from traditional supermarkets and hypermarkets to channels that better align with busy lifestyles. The post A major shift in North American grocery retail appeared first on Retail Insight Network. Written by Retail Insights Network January 14, 2025January 14, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Technology & Innovation AI at the retail edge: What’s possible now There’s been a lot of talk lately about artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (GenAI) and how these technologies are going to revolutionize retail. But the retail revolution can’t be accomplished with sweeping generalizations about putting more technology into stores. Successful retail outcomes are built using technology to solve specific challenges, expanding on wins and […] Written by RetailDive January 13, 2025January 13, 2025 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked