Retail

Retail is the process of selling consumer goods or services to customers through multiple channels of distribution to earn a profit. Retailers satisfy demand identified through a supply chain.

(source: en.wikipedia.org)

Significant Drop in Apparel Prices Provides Relief from Inflation
Significant Drop in Apparel Prices Provides Relief from Inflation
October 12, 2023  |  Economy

Prices for apparel and household items saw notable declines in September, even as the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) rose 0.4%.  This...

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UK’s Sign of the Times to Expand Luxury Resale Platform
UK’s Sign of the Times to Expand Luxury Resale Platform
October 12, 2023  |  Retail

London-based luxury resale platform Sign of the Times, has recently received new investment from industry leaders, including BrandAlley and Sweaty Betty founder Tamara Hill-Norton. This investment round will...

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Report: White House Meeting With Business Leaders to Discuss Economy
Report: White House Meeting With Business Leaders to Discuss Economy
October 12, 2023  |  Economy

President Joe Biden will reportedly meet with a half dozen business leaders from various industries on Thursday (Oct. 12) to hear their perspectives on the economy and...

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Pair Announces $75 Million Series C as Shoppers Seek D2C Customization
Pair Announces $75 Million Series C as Shoppers Seek D2C Customization
October 12, 2023  |  Investments

Overall, the tide may be turning away from direct to consumer (D2C) toward brick-and-mortar, but shoppers continue to demand digital convenience when it comes to...

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Blue Yonder to Expand Supply Chain Solutions With Doddle Acquisition
Blue Yonder to Expand Supply Chain Solutions With Doddle Acquisition
October 12, 2023  |  Acquisitions

Blue Yonder, a supply chain solutions provider, has signed an agreement to acquire Doddle, a first- and last-mile technology business. The deal will allow Blue Yonder...

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From Shopping Hauls to Experiences, Consumers Tap Overbuying Trend 
From Shopping Hauls to Experiences, Consumers Tap Overbuying Trend 
October 12, 2023  |  Retail

We’ve probably all observed the trend in minimalism. One component of the trend focuses on only acquiring essential items. While the minimalist aesthetic has gained...

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Why Brands Like Supergoop Are Educating Consumers on FSA Spending
Why Brands Like Supergoop Are Educating Consumers on FSA Spending
October 12, 2023  |  Retail

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs). Chances are, if you have one, it’s probably underused.  While many people associate FSAs with medical and dental costs, many are...

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77% of Real Estate Companies Plan to Adopt Real-Time B2B Payments
77% of Real Estate Companies Plan to Adopt Real-Time B2B Payments
October 12, 2023  |  Real-Time Payments

Real-time payments are becoming a major player across industries. Large retail, manufacturing and insurance firms recognize the significance of real-time payments for business-to-business (B2B) operations....

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GLOSSLAB Founder Wants to Transform the Nail Salon Business — One Subscription at a Time
GLOSSLAB Founder Wants to Transform the Nail Salon Business — One Subscription at a Time
October 12, 2023  |  Retail

The nail salon industry, for the most part, has remained relatively stagnant over the years. When you decide to get your nails done, you’re often...

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