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Adidas Scales Back Its Financial Outlook for the Year
July 27, 2022

Footwear giant Adidas announced Tuesday (July 26) that it’s adjusting its outlook for this year downward, citing a slower-than-expected recovery across Greater China since the start of the third quarter and the potential for slowdowns in other markets as a recession looms. Get the Full...

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Skechers Says Growing Consumer Demand for ‘Affordable Comfort’ Drives Record Results
July 27, 2022

The world’s third-largest athletic footwear company, Skechers, said strong consumer demand for affordable comfort drove record quarterly sales results at a time when both of its largest rivals are struggling. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

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LVMH Overcomes China Slowdown With First-Half Sales Surge
July 26, 2022

French luxury retailer LVMH on Tuesday (July 26) reported 21% organic sales growth in the first half of 2022, despite rising concerns about increasing inflation and slowing sales in China, according to a Tuesday (July 26) press release. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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As Walmart Warns, Consumers See Nearly 2 Years of Inflation Pain Ahead
July 26, 2022

Walmart’s profit warning on Monday (July 25) sent shockwaves through already jittery markets, in effect confirming new PYMNTS research showing that over half of U.S. consumers feel worse off financially now than in 2021 — and don’t see substantive relief coming until mid-2024. Get the...

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Amazon to Raise Prime Subscription Price in Europe to Offset Inflation
July 26, 2022

In a bid to offset the increased cost of goods and shipping services, Amazon said it plans to raise the annual fee for a Prime membership by 20% to 43% in five European countries. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Walmart Teams With Waldo on Affordable Contact Lens Offering
July 26, 2022

Walmart is launching the latest salvo in its battle with Amazon for healthcare supremacy by partnering with eyecare brand Waldo to offer affordable contact lenses enriched with essential vitamins, including B12, “to help refresh and rejuvenate eyes,” according to a Tuesday (July 26) press release....

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Aaron’s Gets Boost From BrandsMart Acquisition
July 26, 2022

Furniture, appliance and electronics retailer Aaron’s says its recent acquisition of BrandsMart U.S.A. will boosted the company’s short- and long-term fortunes, pointing to both quarterly and full year boost in sales and earnings, according to a company press release. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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Target Aims for Faster Shipping With New Sortation Centers
July 25, 2022

Target is adding three new sortation centers to the six it already has nationwide with the overall goal to ship faster and improve customer experience, according to a Monday (July 25) press release. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Gap Pivots From C-Suite Shake-up to ‘Shock Drops’ for Yeezy
July 25, 2022

In 1937, the “world’s greatest salesman,” Elmer Wheeler, shot to fame and fortune with a marketing book and quip “Don’t Sell the Steak — Sell the Sizzle.” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...