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J.Crew Mulls Madewell IPO
April 12, 2019

As J.Crew seeks to keep up the momentum of its Madewell apparel business, among other priorities, the retailer is exploring an initial public offering (IPO) for the brand. The offering could happen in the back half of this year, CNBC reported. Get the Full Story Complete...

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DHL Debuts Africa eShop App
April 12, 2019

To help merchants sells products to markets in Africa, DHL is rolling out its DHL Africa eShop app. The service is said to bring over 200 U.K. and U.S. retailers online in markets across Africa, according to reports. The platform is in markets such as...

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Rite Aid To Quit E-Cig Sales, Add CBD Items In Select States
April 11, 2019

Rite Aid said it will no longer sell electronic cigarettes amid what it calls an “epidemic” of teen vaping, and that it will start selling cannabidiol (CBD) products in Washington and Oregon, according to a report by CNBC. Chief Operating Officer Bryan Everett told analysts...

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Solving The Subscription Movie Formula
April 11, 2019

The appeal of a subscription service like MoviePass is obvious. Movie tickets are expensive: The average price of a ticket for a non-matinee in 2018 was $9.11, and as a result most Americans don’t go to the movies all that often — fewer than 10...

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Canvas Technology Acquired By Amazon
April 11, 2019

Amid its endeavors in robotic technology, Amazon has reportedly bought Canvas Technology. The Colorado-based startup, which was started in 2015, has offered such devices as a fully autonomous cart system, according to reports. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Walmart To Revamp 500 Stores In eCommerce Age
April 11, 2019

In an effort to keep physical retail relevant in the online commerce age, Walmart plans to revamp 500 of its U.S. brick-and-mortar locations. The refits are said to include wider aisles, self-checkouts and brighter lighting, Financial Times reported. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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High-End Wedding Retail Takes A Dive — But Rebirth Is Possible
April 11, 2019

Stroll along certain streets in New Orleans (site of the PYMNTS bureau of slow and lost time), and you’ll come across one: A full-service, high-end bridal and wedding boutique. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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How To Power Plant-Based Baby Food Delivery, While Keeping It Real
April 11, 2019

Using the subscription business model, eCommerce innovators are connecting parents with plant-based meals through delivery services. Raised Real, for instance, provides food in pre-portioned and ready-to-steam packages, made with ingredients from sustainable and organic farms. The company provides “amazing nutrition” and “functional benefits,” Raised Real Co-founder...

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Story At Macy’s Showcases Rotating Product Lineup
April 11, 2019

Macy’s has launched a new themed shop that will change themes, looks and product offerings every six to eight weeks. 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...