Corporate Strategy Michaels Appoints Trio of Interim Leaders as CEO Search Continues Michaels’ board of directors has established an interim Office of the CEO that will be led by three of the retailer’s existing leaders, as the company continues to search for a replacement for former CEO Ashley Buchanan, who left Michaels earlier this month to lead Kohl’s. Michaels’ current President, Heather Bennett; Chief Merchandising Officer, Stacey […] Retail TouchPoints January 16, 2025January 16, 2025 < 1 min read ExecutivesDept. NonfoodBankruptcyMarketing: Social MediaPredictions and ForecastsMerchandisingResults & InvestmentOperations & Supply ChainKohls 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Ulta Taps Instacart for Same-Day Delivery Ulta Beauty has teamed up with Instacart to offer same-day delivery from its more than 1,400 stores across the U.S. in as fast as one hour. Instacart customers can now shop a wide selection of skin care, hair care, cosmetics, fragrances and wellness products from Ulta. The partnership also integrates Ulta Beauty Rewards into the Instacart app, […] Retail TouchPoints January 9, 2025January 9, 2025 2 min read InstacartDeliveryDept. HBCPartnershipsHealth & WellnessRegional GroceryMarketing: Social MediaPredictions and ForecastsAlbertsons / SafewayHome DepotKohlsBrick and MortarBOPIS 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Selling Sexy: The Victoria’s Secret Story with Chantal Fernandez and Lauren Sherman (Part 1) We welcome noted retail journalists Chantal Fernandez and Lauren Sherman to the podcast to discuss their fabulous new book Selling Sexy: Victoria’s Secret and the Unraveling of an American Icon. And we had so much to talk about we are releasing our interview in two parts. In the first part of our conversation we explore Victoria’s […] Remarkable Retail Podcast December 3, 2024January 29, 2025 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIMarketing: Social MediaPodcastsInternational - North AmericaDept. GroceryAmazonResults & InvestmentBrick and MortarDept. ApparelMarketing: BroadcastPredictions and ForecastsTargetPartnershipsMeta (Facebook)ESG and CSRStreamingKohlsGovernmentGoogleTikTokData & InsightsStrategyWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats Will Kohl’s have to close stores? [[{“value”:” Not long ago, in stark contrast to rival Macy’s, the department store was talking about expanding its fleet. That may be about to change, analysts say. Published Nov. 27, 2024 A Kohl’s store. Newer locations outside the company’s core Midwest region haven’t performed as well as established stores, according to Evercore ISI analysts. Daphne […] RetailDive November 27, 2024November 27, 2024 < 1 min read Brick and MortarKohlsMarketing: Social MediaTarget 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain Amid setbacks in its turnaround, Kohl’s lowers guidance again This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Kohl’s Q3 net sales fell 8.7% year over year to $3.5 billion, with comps down 9.3%, according to financial filings Tuesday. On Monday the department store announced that it had named Michaels CEO Ashley Buchanan to replace Tom Kingsbury as CEO, effective […] RetailDive November 26, 2024November 27, 2024 3 min read Operations & Supply ChainHoliday & EventsDept. ApparelExecutivesKohlsBrick and MortarDept. NonfoodResults & InvestmentPricing & PromotionsPartnershipsCompetitionConsumersPredictions and ForecastsStrategyDept. HBCMarketing: BrandMarketing: UGCOwned Brands (Private Label)PackagingSustainabilityShoppersStore LocationMarketing: TradeAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Kohl’s names new CEO [[{“value”:” The department store has tapped Michaels CEO Ashley Buchanan to lead the retailer beginning early next year, replacing Tom Kingsbury. Published Nov. 25, 2024 A Kohl’s storefront. The department store has pointed to successful partnerships with Sephora and Amazon but continues to struggle. Daphne Howland/Retail Dive “}]] RetailDive November 26, 2024November 26, 2024 < 1 min read ExecutivesKohlsPartnershipsAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Kohl’s CEO Tom Kingsbury to step down in January, to be replaced by Michaels CEO Ashley Buchanan Kohl’s CEO Tom Kingsbury is stepping down on Jan. 15, to be replaced by current Michaels CEO Ashley Buchanan. CNBC November 26, 2024November 26, 2024 < 1 min read ExecutivesKohls 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Kohl’s CEO to Step Down, Replacement Named Kohl’s Inc. says Michaels CEO and retail veteran Ashley Buchanan will take over its top job, effective Jan. 15. Buchanan will succeed Tom Kingsbury, who will stay as an advisor to the new CEO and retain his position on Kohl’s board until his retirement in May 2025. Kingsbury served as Kohl’s interim CEO in December […] Joe Keenan November 25, 2024November 26, 2024 < 1 min read ExecutivesMerchandisingWalmartKohlsStrategyPredictions and ForecastsData & InsightsAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Nonfood Vitamin Shoppe Parent Company Franchise Group Enters Chapter 11, Plans to Close American Freight Franchise Group has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy as part of a restructuring agreement with its primary lenders that will allow its three strongest banners — Pet Supplies Plus, The Vitamin Shoppe and Buddy’s Home Furnishings — to remain in operation. However, large durable goods retailer American Freight will be shut down as part of […] Retail TouchPoints November 5, 2024November 5, 2024 2 min read Operations & Supply ChainBankruptcyDept. PetStore LocationDept. NonfoodAcquisitionBrick and MortarMarketing: Social MediaKohlsResults & InvestmentExecutivesPartnerships 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Consumers choose their favorite retailers ahead of the holidays: Nike, Kohl’s top the list Nike and Kohl’s are expecting sales to fall this year, but they remain a top choice among consumers, indicating they must move quickly to not fall out of favor. CNBC October 24, 2024October 24, 2024 < 1 min read ConsumersKohlsDept. ApparelHoliday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Merchandising Kohl’s adds digitally native cashmere brand Naadam to its assortment [[{“value”:” Dive Brief The brand’s “Soft Collection,” which is its first designed for a mass channel, will land in 100 of the department store’s locations and online on Nov. 8. Published Oct. 17, 2024 • Updated an hour ago By Howard Ruben Naadam’s “Soft Collection” at Kohl’s, which is lower-priced to cater to the department […] RetailDive October 17, 2024October 17, 2024 < 1 min read MerchandisingMarketing: Social MediaKohlsTargetDept. Apparel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Specialty & Other Kohl’s Doubles Holiday Gift Assortment, With Thousands Under $20 The gifts just keep on coming at Kohl’s, with deals for shoppers all season long. RetailWire October 15, 2024October 15, 2024 < 1 min read MerchandisingHoliday & EventsShoppersKohlsDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Kohl’s nearly doubles holiday gift assortment [[{“value”:” Dive Brief The department store is leaning into value pricing this season, with “hundreds” of gifts under $10 and “thousands” of toys under $20. Published Oct. 11, 2024 A Kohl’s in-store holiday display featuring Christmas trees and inflatable characters. The retailer is launching several new initiatives and promotions to drive holiday traffic and sales. […] RetailDive October 11, 2024October 11, 2024 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsMerchandisingKohlsMarketing: In StoreDept. NonfoodStore LocationMarketing: TradeDept. Toys & Games 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Rebirth at Kohl’s: Retailer Brings Back Beloved Babies ‘R’ Us Registry Expectant parents, rejoice! After announcing its new in-store partnership with Babies ‘R’ Us, Kohl’s is bringing back the retailer’s beloved baby registry. Expectant families can build, manage and share their wish lists with loved ones via Kohls.com or the Kohl’s App. When opening an account on the Baby Registry, consumers can confirm where gifts should […] Retail TouchPoints October 3, 2024October 3, 2024 2 min read ConsumersKohlsMerchandisingMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Social MediaShoppersPartnershipsOperations & Supply ChainDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Kohl’s kicks off holiday shopping with October deals event [[{“value”:” Dive Brief The department store joins other major retailers offering fall promotions with its “3 Days of Deals” sale. Published Sept. 30, 2024 By Tatiana Walk-Morris Kohl’s promotional event, 3 Days of Deals, runs from Oct. 7 through Oct. 9 in stores and online. “Kohl’s” by Mike Mozart is licensed under CC BY 2.0 […] RetailDive September 30, 2024September 30, 2024 < 1 min read KohlsHoliday & EventsMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: TradeBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables JCPenney and Jamey Perry Launch Fashionable Adaptive Apparel Line JCPenney has partnered with disabled writer and athlete Jamey Perry on a line of fashionable, functional apparel for women who use wheelchairs. The collection includes 18 styles at prices ranging from $44 to $99 and includes blazers, dress slacks, blouses and cocktail outfits, all designed to reduce common issues faced by women in wheelchairs. The […] Retail TouchPoints September 11, 2024September 11, 2024 2 min read Dept. ApparelTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Social MediaAmazonShoppersPredictions and ForecastsKohlsExecutivesDept. Adult BevData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: HBC Ulta slashes guidance again on flat sales and declining comps [[{“value”:” This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Ulta Beauty’s net sales growth all but came to a standstill in Q2, with the metric edging up just 0.9% in the quarter, to $2.6 billion. Comps at the beauty retailer fell 1.2% as transactions declined and average tickets were […] RetailDive August 30, 2024August 30, 2024 3 min read Dept. HBCMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionConsumersCompetitionBrick and MortarOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: TradeHealth & WellnessInternational - North AmericaKohlsEconomyStore LocationResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsMerchandisingMarketing: Social MediaDept. ApparelHoliday & EventsESG and CSRExecutivesDept. PerimeterDept. NonfoodTechnology & InnovationDept. FreshAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Abercrombie Kids Grows Up with New Global Distribution Deal Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (A&F Co.) has teamed up with childrenswear licensee Haddad Brands to bring its Abercrombie Kids line to other retail channels globally. Haddad distributes in more than 100 countries and holds similar licenses for brands including Nike, Levi’s, Polo, Tommy Hilfiger and Huggies. Under the agreement, A&F Co. will continue to design, […] Retail TouchPoints August 20, 2024August 20, 2024 2 min read Dept. ApparelOperations & Supply ChainWalgreensDept. PetPartnershipsWalmartInternational - North AmericaMerchandisingMarketing: Social MediaTargetBrick and MortarPredictions and ForecastsSustainabilityKohlsHoliday & EventsExecutivesDept. PerimeterDept. Fresh 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Specialty & Other Babies R Us is back: Here’s why Kohl’s is betting on babies to drive its turnaround Kohl’s wants to cater more to young families and give them another reason to visit its stores through the Babies R Us shops. CNBC August 1, 2024August 12, 2024 < 1 min read KohlsBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Albertsons to Expand Instacart Pickup Services, Add 30-Minute Deliveries By the end of August 2024, Albertsons will offer free buy online, pick up in-store services at more than 2,000 supermarkets to Instacart shoppers. Additionally, customers of Haggen Food & Pharmacy, operating across Washington State, can now use Instacart for same-day delivery orders. Haggen was the final Albertsons banner to partner with Instacart. The retailer […] Retail TouchPoints August 1, 2024August 1, 2024 < 1 min read InstacartDeliveryAlbertsons / SafewayRegional GroceryBOPISPartnershipsBrick and MortarMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionShoppersMarketing: Social MediaDept. GroceryMarketing: In StoreKohlsDept. NonfoodDept. PharmacyHome DepotExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Prime Day Sales Top $14 Billion, with More Products Sold Than Ever Before Amazon’s 10th annual Prime Day was its biggest ever, with record-breaking sales over the 48-hour member sales event and more items sold than on any previous Prime Day, according to the company. Helping to drive these banner results were millions of new Prime members worldwide, with a record-breaking number of customers signing up for Prime […] Retail TouchPoints July 21, 2024July 21, 2024 4 min read AmazonTechnology & InnovationHoliday & EventsAIConsumersData & InsightsOperations & Supply ChainDept. NonfoodDeliveryAssociatesTargetWalmartShoppersMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionPricing & PromotionsMarketing: TradeCompetitionDept. ApparelGovernmentMarketing: Retail MediaBrick and MortarBest BuyExecutivesPartnershipsMarketing: VoiceMarketing: In StoreKohlsHealth & Wellness 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Kohl’s Announces Back to School Strategy Kohl’s is simplifying back-to-school shopping with affordable, trendy items, featuring new brands like Limited Too, Aéropostale, and Madden Girl. Families can find essentials such as t-shirts, sneakers, and backpacks at low prices, and save more with Kohl’s Cash® coupons and Kohl’s Rewards®. RetailWire July 12, 2024July 12, 2024 < 1 min read StrategyKohlsDept. ApparelPricing & PromotionsMarketing: TradeHoliday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Instacart Expands Retail Media Partnership with Google to Enable Shoppable Ads on YouTube Instacart has made advertisements on YouTube shoppable for CPG companies, leveraging its first-party data about consumers to identify and reach high-intent shoppers and receive closed-loop measurement on their campaigns. Consumers viewing these ads can click directly to an Instacart product page to buy the featured items for same-day delivery. Clorox and Publicis Media are the […] Retail TouchPoints June 18, 2024June 18, 2024 2 min read InstacartDeliveryPartnershipsMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Retail MediaConsumersGoogleData & InsightsExecutivesShoppersKohlsMarketing: BroadcastHome DepotAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain Kohl’s introduces Return Drop service to stores nationwide [[“value”:” Dive Brief In addition to its Amazon partnership, the department store will now accept returns from brands like Carhartt, Hanes and Levi’s. Published June 14, 2024 By Tatiana Walk-Morris A Kohl’s storefront. With the retailer’s returns process, shoppers can choose “Kohl’s Drop Off” to receive a QR code and drop off the item at […] RetailDive June 14, 2024June 14, 2024 < 1 min read ReturnsBrick and MortarKohlsStore LocationShoppersPartnershipsAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Operations & Supply Chain Kohl’s Expands Return Services for Additional Brands and Retailers Kohl’s has added brands including Carhartt, Hanes and Levi’s to its newly christened in-store returns service, The Return Drop @ Kohl’s. The retailer has partnered with Inmar Post-Purchase Solutions and Narvar to provide shoppers with package-free, label-free returns in its 1,100+ stores nationwide. Kohl’s has years of experience in this area; the retailer partnered with […] Retail TouchPoints June 14, 2024June 14, 2024 < 1 min read ReturnsShoppersKohlsMerchandisingAgenciesAmazonOperations & Supply ChainPartnershipsBrick and MortarMarketing: Social MediaCustomer ExperienceExecutivesHoliday & EventsMarketing: In StoreStore Location 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Live from Shoptalk Europe: Physical Experiences Matter Even More in a Digital World In the first of several episodes brought to you by Bambuser and recorded at Shoptalk Europe, we did our first full episode in front of a live audience. Our topic may at first seem counter-intuitive given the dramatic and continuing growth of e-commerce. But in a world where the role of brick-and-mortar locations has evolved […] Remarkable Retail Podcast June 4, 2024June 4, 2024 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIInternational - North AmericaPodcastsIndustry Conferences and EventsMarketing: Social MediaDept. GroceryMetaverseBrick and MortarTrends: RetailPredictions and ForecastsShoppersExecutivesAmazonKohlsTikTokStreamingStrategyResults & InvestmentMeta (Facebook)EconomyMarketing: BroadcastKrogerDept. NonfoodData & InsightsDept. ApparelESG and CSRDept. Sporting goodsWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Finance Kohl’s Shares Fall Over 20% Following Significant Earnings Drop On Thursday, after Kohl’s reported an unexpected loss per share below Wall Street’s predictions, the company’s shares dropped by over 20%. RetailWire May 31, 2024May 31, 2024 < 1 min read Results & InvestmentKohlsEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Finance Kohl’s stock plummets 20% after massive earnings miss Kohl’s shares plummeted more than 20% in early morning trading Thursday after the company posted weaker-than-expected earnings. CNBC May 30, 2024May 30, 2024 < 1 min read Results & InvestmentKohls 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Home Depot Adds Nationwide Same-Day Delivery via Instacart Customers of The Home Depot can now get same-day delivery in as fast as one hour — including big and bulky products weighing up to 60 pounds — from nearly 2,000 stores via the retailer’s new partnership with Instacart. The nationwide expansion follows a pilot conducted earlier this year. “Our brick-and-mortar stores are foundational to […] Retail TouchPoints May 26, 2024May 26, 2024 < 1 min read InstacartDeliveryHome DepotPartnershipsDoorDashFood DeliveryBrick and MortarMarketing: Social MediaLowesCustomer ExperienceDept. GroceryPredictions and ForecastsKohlsShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Delivery Double-Take: Instacart Adds Restaurant Orders via Uber Eats Partnership Instacart has entered a strategic partnership with Uber Technologies to bring restaurant deliveries to its shoppers. During the coming weeks, Instacart app users will be able to order from hundreds of thousands of restaurants via Uber Eats. The experience will be featured in a new “Restaurants” tab within the Instacart app, and members of the […] Retail TouchPoints May 7, 2024May 7, 2024 2 min read InstacartDeliveryPartnershipsAITechnology & InnovationRestaurantsUbereatsDept. Adult BevDrizlyPredictions and ForecastsRite AidMarketing: Retail MediaMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: BroadcastExecutivesConsumersMarketing: Social MediaShoppersFood DeliveryDept. GroceryKohlsMarketing: In StoreResults & Investment 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