In today’s top retail news, Signet Jewelers is making another acquisition to expand its reach, while appointment shopping is catching on among consumers. Also, Dr. Martens and Nordstrom are partnering on an in-store pop-up in New York City, and Vroom is acquiring United Auto Credit...
The past year has seen an acceleration of shoppable videos and livestreams as retailers rush to meet home-based consumers — and as brands continue to explore the technology, it’s likely that the trend is here to stay. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...
With social commerce expected to top $36 billion this year and at least $45 billion next year, retailers are increasing their interest and investment in social media platforms — and those same platforms are dialing in on their efforts to secure consumers’ dollars. Get the...
Over the past several months, retailers and consumers have been working to identify which pandemic-era habits are likely to stick around — curbside pickup for online orders, probably yes; wearing pajamas all day, most likely no. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...
Nordstrom has opened a pop-up partnership with footwear brand Dr. Martens on the New York City store’s revolving Center Stage, allowing customers to shop from a limited-release collection of 30 products through Nov. 7. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...
Diamond jewelry retailer Signet Jewelers announced Tuesday (Oct. 12) it has agreed to acquire destination jeweler Diamonds Direct USA Inc., which serves primarily luxury-oriented bridal customers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...
In today’s top retail news, cotton prices have hit their highest level since 2011, adding to the issues apparel brands are facing, while Walmart is partnering with Netflix on products based on the streaming giant’s top shows. Also, British online retailer ASOS is parting ways...
During the early months of the pandemic, direct-to-consumer (D2C) businesses saw their delivery-only model grow in popularity, as contagion concerns kept consumers out of brick-and-mortar shops. However, as people have returned to their lives away from home, D2C subscription services now have to work hard...
Walmart and Netflix are joining forces to bring products celebrating some of the streaming service’s most popular kids’ shows to store shelves across the country in a partnership they’re calling the Netflix Hub, according to an announcement on Monday (Oct. 11). Get the Full Story...
