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Articles on retail finance (from results to investments).

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Startup Stories: Ella d’Amato, Co-Founder and CEO (aka Chief Believer) at i love it

RTIH gets the lowdown on i love it from Ella d’Amato, the former interim CEO of online marketplace notonthehighstreet. RTIH: Tell us about yourself and i love it. Ella d’Amato: I grew up in Weymouth with six siblings and left school at 15. I spent time in hospitality, trained at a chiropractic clinic, and worked at […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

Unlocking the Potential of Radio in MMM

In today’s complex media landscape, marketers are constantly seeking ways to optimize their media strategies and understand which channels are driving return on investment (ROI). Generally, television, digital, and social media receive the lion’s share of attention (and spend). Many marketers believe that audio, including radio, is difficult to measure in Marketing Mix Models (MMM) […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

Warby Parker’s Remarkable Vision with Neil Blumenthal, co-CEO and Co-Founder

Joining us for a fascinating interview is Neil Blumenthal, co-founder and co-CEO of Warby Parker, one of the most successful and innovative “disruptor brands” to emerge in the past two decades. Neil shares the brand’s origin story, what makes Warby Parker remarkable, why they’ve aggressively invested in brick-and-mortar locations, the critical interplay between digital and […]
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  1. Partnerships & Alt Profit

10 Things to Consider When Looking for a New Product Manufacturer

Choosing a manufacturer is one of the most crucial decisions you’ll make for your beauty and personal care business. Whether you’re looking to produce hair care, face, body, or other types of products, the right partnership can make or break your brand. Following are some essential factors to consider when you are looking for a […]
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  1. Associates & Employees

Will No Tax on Tips Help or Hurt Employees Restaurant Employees?

  The team at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® is wondering out loud about no taxing of tips as immediate income. From restaurant servers to bartenders and delivery drivers, many service workers rely heavily on tips to supplement their income. But what happens when governments decide to remove taxes on those tips? The proposal to […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

Hands On With Meta’s New Orion Augmented Reality Glasses

Wearing the glasses during a demo at Meta’s Menlo Park headquarters this week. This week, I became one of the few people outside Meta to try its new ‘Orion’ augmented reality glasses. The product is a technological marvel, layering computing on top of the real world in a lightweight wearable device. It’s so good — […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Consumer confidence falls ahead of the Budget, data shows

According to BRC-Opinium data, consumer expectations over the next three months of their personal financial situation worsened to -6 in September, down from +1 in August. Expectations for the state of the economy worsened significantly to -21 in September, down from -8 in August, while… This story continues at Consumer confidence falls ahead of the […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

Six must have features for modern retail success

Thriving in the “offline” and online retail landscape poses greater challenges than before. Reports indicate that online purchases make up 20% of all transactions. As a result, businesses have had to innovate to differentiate themselves. Opting to upgrade your daily sales features is a valuable investment. These features can help expand your e-commerce venture and […]
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  1. Corporate Finance

Co-op half-year results show growth in Nisa market share and franchise revenue

Co-op has reported strengthened financial performance with increases in revenue, operating profit, profit before tax and further reductions in net debt. 20% growth in number of active member owners to 5.5 million (H1 2023: 4.6 million), firmly on target to reach 8 million members by… This story continues at Co-op half-year results show growth in […]
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  1. Trends & External Forces

DOJ Sues Visa for Anticompetitive Debit Card Practices

The U.S. Department of Justice has sued Visa for anticompetitive practices in debit card networks, which it says penalize merchants that try to use alternatives. The suit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York, alleges that Visa “wields its dominance, enormous scale and centrality to the debit ecosystem to […]
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  1. Corporate Finance

Salt Life retail stores to close in bankruptcy

​[[{“value”:” This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Delta Apparel Inc., parent company of the Salt Life active apparel brand, was sold through a court sanctioned bankruptcy auction to brand management entity Iconix International and Hilco for $38.74 million on Sept. 16. The purchase includes the Salt Life […]
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  1. Corporate Finance

New Centra store launched following £650,000 investment

Experienced retailer Raymond Lusty, who owns Centra stores in Larne and Larne Port, has opened the doors to his third store, located on the Glenarm Road in the Townparks area of Larne. Following a major investment of £650,000, the former Spar and petrol forecourt has… This story continues at New Centra store launched following £650,000 […]
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  1. Corporate Finance

Grove Collaborative snags $15M in new investment, will pay off term debt

​[[{“value”:” Dive Brief Volition Capital noted progress at the consumer products brand since the firm’s first outlay of $10 million and a leadership shakeup last year. Published Sept. 24, 2024 The sustainability-focused DTC consumer products company has struggled with profitability and growth. Courtesy of Grove Collaborative “}]] 
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  1. Partnerships & Alt Profit

5 Tips for Making a Business Partnership in Retail Work

Starting a retail business with a partner (or multiple partners) can be a great way to share responsibilities, combine resources, and benefit from each other’s strengths. But like any relationship, a business partnership can be complicated. Without the right groundwork, even the best of partnerships can struggle. To ensure your retail venture thrives, it’s important […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

Three Tactics for Optimizing CTV Success

As the CTV landscape continues on its path of rapid growth since the pandemic, with giants like Netflix launching ad tiers, players like Walmart entering the space through M&A and streamers doubling down on global expansion, new challenges and opportunities are emerging. If you’re looking to experiment and thrive in the CTV space, here are three tactics […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Restaurant Stunt Marketing: Feeding the Ego, Not the Bottom Line Hear that Pizza Hut

  Pizza Hut’s Stunt marketing is nothing more than that. In today’s fast-paced marketing landscape, brands the ilk of Pizza Hut are constantly vying for consumer attention, often leading to a phenomenon known as “stunt marketing.” Steven Johnson the Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® thinks the idea behind stunt marketing is simple: […]
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  1. Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers

Tempur Sealy Agrees to Sell 176 Stores in Pursuit of Mattress Firm Acquisition

Tempur Sealy International will sell 73 Mattress Firm stores and its 103-store Sleep Outfitters subsidiary to Mattress Warehouse following the completion of Tempur Sealy’s proposed $4 billion acquisition of Mattress Firm, which is being challenged by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The planned divestiture is a pre-emptive move to make the deal more palatable to […]
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  1. Data & Insights

An entrepreneur’s guide: how to start a business in the UK

A well crafted business plan will make it easier for you to get started. As you prepare, write a concise document outlining your ideas on the key aspects of your business. Even if you’re currently running a side business, it’s important to identify potential risks and opportunities. One essential step, especially for foreigners learning how […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Will Foxtrot’s Second Try Pay Off?

  Foxtrot, the modern convenience store chain blending gourmet food, coffee, and convenience, is taking a second shot at expansion after its initial growth struggles. With a focus on urban living, on-demand delivery, and unique product offerings, Foxtrot aims to redefine what convenience stores can be. Steven Johnson the Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

ThredUp Nixes Rewards Points as Struggle to ‘Improve Unit Economics’ Continues

ThredUp is ending the points-based component of its loyalty program, as the resale platform continues to look for ways to bolster its bottom line. Beginning Oct. 1, 2024, shoppers will no longer earn points on their ThredUp purchases, and any points already accumulated will expire on Jan. 15, 2025. To ease the blow, the platform […]
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  1. Channel: Ecommerce & Digital

Small Business, Big Ideas: 3 Companies Leveraging Amazon to be a ‘Force for Good’

This story is part of Retail TouchPoints’ ongoing “Small Business, Big Ideas” series, focusing on smaller retail brands that have found big success and have even bigger ambitions. Amazon took a breather from the veritable onslaught of tech updates at its Accelerate conference Thursday to shine the spotlight on three specific companies. Like the thousands […]
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  1. Corporate Finance

Retail Industry Awards 2024 | Winners: Forecourt Retailer of the Year – Company-owned

Forecourt Retailer of the Year – Company-owned Supported by:   Winner: Eurospar Saintfield Road, Lisburn, County Antrim Eurospar Saintfield Road impressed the judges with both operational success and significant financial growth and over the past year. Compared with the previous 12 months, overall sales were… This story continues at Retail Industry Awards 2024 | Winners: […]
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  1. Associates & Employees

Amazon Boosts Pay for Hourly Fulfillment Workers, Adds Prime Benefit

Amazon will increase pay for hourly frontline workers in its transportation and fulfillment network by at least $1.50 per hour beginning this month, bringing their average base wage to more than $22 per hour ($29 per hour with the value of benefits factored in). The company also is beefing up employee perks, including greater scheduling […]
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Adobe Predicts 8.4% Growth in Online Holiday Sales, Driven by Discounting

Adobe expects U.S. online sales to hit a record $240.8 billion this holiday shopping season (covering the period from Nov. 1 to Dec. 31), representing 8.4% growth year-over-year. Shopping on mobile devices also is expected to hit a new milestone, growing 12.8% YoY to contribute a record $128.1 billion, which would represent a 53.2% share of online spend this season […]
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Future of Marketing: Part One

Today, we’re kicking off a special two-part series answering your questions about all things marketing.  Scott puts on his professor hat and answers your questions surrounding common marketing misconceptions, the power of community-driven marketing, and what the future holds for the industry.  Music: https://www.davidcuttermusic.com / @dcuttermusic Subscribe to No Mercy / No Malice Buy “The […]
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See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Credit Card Utilization By Generation This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on iOS or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. In the first quarter of 2024, the nationwide aggregate credit card […]
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