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  1. CPG: Beverage

Coca-Cola Launches Sprite + Tea After Viral TikTok Trend

For a limited time, Sprite drinkers’ tastebuds can experience something new — Sprite + Tea. Available now, Coca-Cola’s new Sprite drink will be in U.S. and Canadian stores until October. Sprite Turns TikTok Trend Into Its Newest Flavor Innovation: Sprite + Tea After extensive brainstorming, a team of intern researchers came up with a satisfying […]
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Ubisoft Sees 20% Booking Drop and Stock Dip as ‘Assassin’s Creed: Shadows’ Fails To Boost Full-Year Sales

Embattled game publisher Ubisoft delivered its full-year 2024-2025 earnings report on May 14, one that did little to assuage the concerns of investors, as CNBC reported. Despite the relative strength and success of sales driven by its latest AAA title release, “Assassins Creed: Shadows,” in late March, Ubisoft nonetheless outlined a 20.5% tumble in net […]
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  1. Stores & Formats

Old Navy Signs Lease for New Flagship in NYC’s Herald Square

Old Navy has signed a long-term retail lease with JEMB Realty (JEMB) to build a new 55,000-square-foot flagship at Herald Towers in the heart of New York City’s Herald Square. Herald Towers, which serve as the home of Old Navy’s new Herald Square flagship in NYC. (Image courtesy JEMB Realty) The store is set to […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

URW Aims to Turn its Malls into ‘Dynamic Platforms for Brand Storytelling’ with Launch of U.S. Media Network

Shopping center operator Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) is expanding its in-house media and experiential division, Westfield Rise, to the U.S. First established in 2022 in Europe, Westfield Rise helps brands forge connections with the millions of high-intent consumers that visit its shopping centers every year, using dynamic media, immersive experiential activations, Westfield signature events and strategic integrations.   “With Westfield […]
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  1. International

Toys ‘R’ Us Partners with Ripley for South America Debut

Toys ‘R’ Us, which already has established brick-and-mortar presences in Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean, is venturing even further south for its next debut. Parent company WHP Global has partnered with leading South American retailer Ripley to bring Toys ‘R’ Us to Peru and Chile via shop-in-shops at Ripley department stores. The first location […]
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  1. Data & Insights

Is Whole Foods Fresh Sustainable

  When Whole Foods launched its flagship Atlanta store, it embraced a forward-thinking market messaging strategy centered on “local, fresh food.” This approach not only highlights sustainability but also positions Whole Foods as a leader in the future of meals, meal prep, and meal components. By blending the trendy appeal of a food hall with […]
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  1. Department & Category

Grocerant Niche Drives Competition for Food Relevance Food Fight: A Battle for Share of Stomach

  The food industry is experiencing a seismic shift as traditional boundaries between retailer’s dissolve, creating an intensified competition for consumer dollars. This battle, often referred to as the “Share of Stomach,” has evolved into a high-stakes contest among traditional grocers, convenience stores, and restaurants—alongside a growing list of non-traditional food retailers. Unexpected entrants like […]
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  1. Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers

Saks to Keep Dallas Neiman Marcus Open Through 2025 Holidays, Explore ‘Reimagination’ of Historic Retail Site

Just in the nick of time, Saks Global has announced a detente in the dramatic saga of the historic Neiman Marcus in downtown Dallas. Saks — which finalized its acquisition of Neiman Marcus Group in December 2024 — had announced in February 2025 that the store would close on March 31 following an ongoing lease […]
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Edible Leans into its Name with Launch of Marketplace for Hemp-Based Products

Edible Arrangements, know for its colorful fruit bouquets, rebranded as Edible Brands in late 2023. Now the company is leaning into potential confusion around its name with the debut of an ecommerce marketplace focused on hemp-based products — Edibles.com. The site launched in Texas on March 20, and Edible Brands plans to quickly expand it […]
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  1. Data & Insights

Strategikon Launches VISION 4.4 to Enhance Vendor Management in Clinical Outsourcing

SAN FRANCISCO, CA — Strategikon, a leader in clinical trial outsourcing and vendor management solutions, has announced the launch of VISION 4.4, an advanced upgrade designed to provide biopharma and CROs with greater control, efficiency, and security in clinical trial vendor management. This release introduces enhanced system customization, improved data visualization, and advanced vendor role […]
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  1. Department & Category

Food Waste Action Week promotes benefits of loose fruit and veg

Gander has announced its support for Love Food Hate Waste’s Food Waste Action Week, running from 17 – 23 March 2025. Food Waste Action Week is the flagship annual event delivered by WRAP’s Love Food Hate Waste.  The campaign helps households develop the tools they… This story continues at Food Waste Action Week promotes benefits […]
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  1. Corporate Strategy

Build-A-Bear to Reimagine Workshops with New Orlando ‘Retail-tainment’ Experience

Build-A-Bear Workshop is planning a multi-level retail-tainment experience that will open in the first half of 2026 at the Icon Park entertainment complex in Orlando, Fla. The move is part of a multi-year strategic evolution and expansion of Build-A-Bear’s nearly 600-store footprint, particularly in tourist and hospitality destinations. Construction of the experience at Icon Park is slated […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

In the battle of Saks vs. customers, vendors and Dallas — Nordstrom wins

​[[{“value”:” This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. For the last several months Saks Global has vexed customers, suppliers and the city of Dallas, if not the whole state of Texas. Saks executives appear to be at war with civic leaders in Dallas who scrambled to solve a lease issue […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

Fashion rules as Vinted CEO Adam Jay once again bags top spot in RTS Retail Disruptors Report

Adam Jay, CEO at controversial fashion resale platform Vinted, has once again taken top spot in the Retail Disruptors & Innovators report, released today by Retail Technology Show. This is an annual report championing progressive individuals from across the sector, who are driving seismic change across the retail landscape.  Jay holds on to his number […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

Shopping Malls are Making a Comeback — What it Means for Product Manufacturers

Shopping malls were once viewed as relics of the past—casualties of the eCommerce boom and shifting consumer habits. But, against the odds, malls are thriving again. What was once considered outdated is making a strong comeback in communities across the country. For product manufacturers, this revival is not just a phenomenon worth watching; it’s an […]
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  1. Stores & Formats

Saks Global: ‘Our decision to close the Neiman Marcus Downtown Dallas store is final’

​[[“value”:” This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. As of Monday, the city of Dallas possesses the deed for a small piece of land beneath the Neiman Marcus flagship — the center of a dispute that Saks Global blamed for its plans to close the store, according to a Monday […]
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  1. Data & Insights

RTIH’s Secret Shopper heads to Regent Street, London and lululemon’s biggest EMEA store

lululemon is one of those brands that, once you try it, you’re hooked. Their leggings fit like a dream, their loungewear is effortlessly chic, and their accessories blend practicality with style. So, when I heard they were opening a brand new flagship store on Regent Street, I knew I had to be there on opening […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

lululemon goes large in London: these are our most read retail technology articles from last week

Check out the articles on this here website that caught your fancy last week, including Pricer, Focal Systems, FuturMaster, PlaniSense, M-Cube, Dolce&Gabbana, Max Retail, Shopify, Currys, Ikea, and Etsy. lululemon opens largest flagship store in EMEA to date as Regent Street, London location sees double Performance apparel, footwear, and accessories brand, lululemon, is relocating its […]
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  1. Stores & Formats

Saks Global to close century-old Neiman Marcus flagship in downtown Dallas

​[[{“value”:” The luxury department store’s new owner will spend $100 million to renovate an anchor location at the nearby NorthPark Center mall. Published Feb. 19, 2025 The Neiman Marcus flagship in Dallas. Neiman Marcus Group owns the vast majority of the real estate at that address, according to city records. “Exterior view of historic Neiman […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Is Burger King on the Right Path Forward?

  Throughout the history of the restaurant industry, companies that prioritize franchisee satisfaction over consumer demand have often struggled according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. A successful restaurant chain must balance franchisee profitability with customer satisfaction, focusing on product quality, pricing, and service rather than expensive remodels that offer […]
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  1. Data & Insights

Elon Musk’s xAI releases its latest flagship model, Grok 3

Elon Musk’s AI company, xAI, late on Monday released its latest flagship AI model, Grok 3, and unveiled new capabilities for the Grok iOS and web apps. Grok, xAI’s answer to models like OpenAI’s GPT-4o and Google’s Gemini, can analyze images and respond to questions, and powers a number of features on Musk’s social network, X. Grok 3, […]
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  1. Associates & Employees

Thousands Strike at Denver-Area King Soopers Stores

Some 10,000 grocery workers in the greater Denver area went on strike against 77 of the region’s 121 King Soopers stores on Feb. 6, according to the AP and other media outlets. Members of the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 7 union voted last week by 96% to authorize a strike against the […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

Boom Times For ChatGPT

ChatGPT vs. the competition. Source: SimilarWeb ChatGPT is booming. After months of stagnant usage in early 2024, the chatbot hit an inflection point and is now far outpacing its competition, according to new data from analytics firm Similarweb. OpenAI’s flagship bot hit 3.8 billion visits on desktop and mobile web in January 2025, more than […]
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  1. Data & Insights

Strategikon Partners with Sira Sight.AI to Revolutionize Global Clinical Trial Cost Benchmarking

San Francisco, CA — Strategikon, a leading provider of advanced clinical business solutions, today announced a strategic partnership with Sira Sight.AI, a pioneer in AI-driven site cost intelligence. This collaboration aims to integrate global investigator grant data with Strategikon’s Clinical Maestro® PORTOFOLIO, creating a comprehensive and cutting-edge platform for clinical trial cost benchmarking. Strategikon and […]
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  1. Channel: Mass

PepsiCo: The Grocerant Guru® Perspective on a Legacy of Innovation and Consumer-Focused Leadership

  PepsiCo Inc. is not just a food and beverage powerhouse; it is a leader in the grocerant niche, driving convenience, innovation, and consumer engagement. With a legacy of transforming snacking and beverage categories to meet evolving customer needs, PepsiCo has mastered bundling strategies that align with Gen Z and Millennials’ preferences for mix-and-match meals, […]
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  1. Operations & Supply Chain

Strategikon and Danforth Advisors Collaborate to Maximize Efficiencies in Clinical Business Operations

SAN FRANCISCO, CA — Strategikon, a leader in advanced clinical trial business solutions, has announced a strategic alliance with Danforth Advisors, leading provider of integrated business, clinical and commercial support services for life science companies. This partnership is set to accelerate long-term customer value by combining Danforth’s domain consulting expertise with Strategikon’s innovative software solutions, […]
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Charted: How Do U.S. Universities Make Their Money?

See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Use This Visualization Charted: How Are American Universities Funded? 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. Key Takeaways More than half of American public college and […]
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Week in Review: Instacart CEO heads to OpenAI

Welcome back to Week in Review! We’ve got lots of news for you this week: There were CEO shake-ups at Instacart and 11x; the web series is back — kind of; Threads is getting video ads; and much more. Let’s get to it! Big move: Instacart CEO Fidji Simo will become OpenAI’s CEO for Applications, […]
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What’s next for Instacart as CEO Fidji Simo announces decision to join OpenAI as head of applications?

Instacart CEO Fidji Simo is departing the grocery technology company to join OpenAI as its Chief of Applications. In an email to employees, she said: “Let me start by saying this was an incredibly hard decision because I love this company. We are operating incredibly well as our last earnings results have shown. Our strategy […]
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Personalized Disruption: Grocery’s Secret to Breaking Old Habits

There’s no shortage of talk about technology that’s going to redefine, dominate, or transform retail this year. Much of this language boils down to marketing speech, and often, true industry disruption fails to materialize. There is no shortage of tech hyperbole in retail. But then there’s the occasional exception — a technology that genuinely does […]
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State of the Consumer Report

[Week of May 9] Timely insights on consumer behavior, pricing, and retail trends This weekly snapshot highlights the most relevant signals shaping where and how consumers are spending—from e-commerce and inflation shifts to essential vs. discretionary demand. What you’ll get from this week’s report: Cross-border e-commerce slowdown: Learn how tariff pressures are reshaping sales trends […]
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