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GameStop’s Post-Meme Transformation Takes Two Steps Forward
June 10, 2021

In the wake of GameStop’s dual C-suite and better than expected first-quarter earnings announcements Wednesday (June 9), a strange thing happened to the embroiled specialty retailer: nothing. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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Today In Retail: Casey’s General Stores In-Store Sales Climb; Attentive Plans To Buy Tone
June 09, 2021

In today’s top retail news, Casey’s General Stores reported rising same-store sales, while text messaging upstart Attentive is purchasing Massachusetts-based Tone. Plus, video-streaming network Shopflix rolled out Wednesday (June 9). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

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Attentive Acquires Conversational B2C Text Messaging Firm Tone
June 09, 2021

Fresh on the heels of its $470 million March fundraise, text messaging startup Attentive announced on Wednesday (June 9) that it is acquiring Boston-based Tone, which specializes in artificial intelligence (AI)-enhanced human text message conversations.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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Amazon Amps Up Prime Day Promos Amid Growing Competition
June 09, 2021

With less than 10 days to go before the start of Amazon’s annual sales event, a growing list of counter-offers and promos from rival retailers could make this the most competitive Prime Day ever. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Shopflix Taps Into Livestreaming eCommerce Trend With New Platform
June 09, 2021

As retailers and brands are turning to new channels like livestreaming to sell and highlight products, video-streaming network Shopflix rolled out on Wednesday (June 9), according to an announcement. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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Casey’s Sales Rise As More Guests Shop Inside Stores  
June 09, 2021

Casey’s General Stores, which has over 2,240 locations, reported that inside same-store sales were up approximately 13 percent for the fourth quarter of 2021 as “inside guest counts steadily improved,” according to an announcement. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Walmart+ Bulks Up And Takes On A Crowded Digital Field With Rx Discounting 
June 08, 2021

Prescription drug savings are coming to Walmart shoppers as the retailer launched its new Walmart+ Rx for less service for subscribers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe...

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Women’s Apparel Brand J.Jill Sees D2C Net Sales Surge
June 08, 2021

J.Jill, an omnichannel retailer and women’s apparel brand, reported that its direct-to-consumer (D2C) net sales soared by approximately 33 percent over 2020 for the first quarter concluding on May 1, 2021, according to a Tuesday (June 8) announcement. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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Gap-Yeezy Deal Reaps Instant Traffic Surge For 50-Year-Old Retailer
June 08, 2021

Eleven months after Gap announced its 10-year product partnership with Kanye West and his Yeezy brand, the 50-year-old casual apparel retailer is seeing something it never has before: frenzied consumers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...