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The Hidden Surge in Sales Promotion Fraud: What Retailers Must Prepare For in 2026

Sales promotions (i.e. cashbacks, rebates, trade-ins and incentive rewards) have long fueled sales growth and differentiation in consumer…

Executive Viewpoints February 27
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TJX Plans 146 New Stores This Year, Eyes Goal of 7,000 Stores Globally

Riding the rising appeal of value-oriented retailing, TJX is planning to open 146 net-new stores in 2026, bringing…

News February 26
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PepsiCo Foundation Provides $1 Million Jumpstart for NRF Retail Training Initiative

A new NRF Foundation program designed to strengthen job readiness for careers in retail by expanding access to…

News February 26
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Target Leans into Spirit of Adventure with Roller Rabbit Collab

Target’s new limited‑time designer collaboration with cult-favorite lifestyle brand Roller Rabbit will launch online and in most stores on…

News February 26
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Gary V on the Shifting Landscape of Attention and the Death of Don Draper Marketing

VaynerMedia CEO Gary Vaynerchuk shared insights on live shopping, how AI will reshape the influencer economy and why…

Features February 26
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Super Bowl Spikes, Everyday Risk: Why Peak Events Expose Retailers’ Fake‑ID Weak Spots

While retailers spent most of Super Bowl Sunday worrying about keeping chips, wings and beer on the shelf,…

Executive Viewpoints February 26
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Urban Outfitters Invites Community Members to ‘Add to Story’

Urban Outfitters has launched Add to Story, a campaign that encourages input from thousands of the brand’s community…

News February 25
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Gordon Brothers Acquires Chinese Laundry IP, Licenses Footwear Group to Expand Brand in U.S.

Asset management firm Gordon Brothers has acquired the intellectual property of the Chinese Laundry footwear brands from Cels…

News February 25
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Loblaws Plans 70 New Stores in 2026 with Focus on Pharmacies and ‘Hard Discount’ Models

Loblaw Companies Ltd. will expand its store footprint across Canada in 2026 with 70 new locations, emphasizing its…

News February 25
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