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Uncertainty is the Only Certainty: What Businesses Can (and Should) do During the Tariff Pause
When President Trump first announced his “reciprocal tariffs,” the National Retail Federation specifically called out the outsized burden they would have on smaller businesses. “The immediate implementation of these tariffs…
Features May 5
UPDATE: Beyond Moves Up Closing Date for Overstock Digital Token Sale After Quickly Meeting Minimum Investment
[Update as of May 5, 2025] Beyond, Inc. is moving up the closing date for the sale of its first digital security — the O Token — from Oct. 15,…
News May 5
The New Consumer Journey: Here’s How Brands Can Ride Ahead
The ways consumers discover products and develop loyalty to a brand has changed dramatically. A customer may see an ad for sunglasses served to them on social media, hear about…
Executive Viewpoints May 5
Visa, Mastercard, PayPal Dive into Agentic Era with Tools that Help Consumers ‘Use AI to Buy’
Payment providers are banking on the fact that millions of people will soon rely on AI to find the perfect sweater, research a new vacation spot or handle their weekly…
Features May 2
Bath & Body Works Bets that the Nose Knows
Bath & Body Works will spotlight the sneakily powerful sense of smell via its Come Back To Your Senses creative platform, kicking off with a new commercial featuring Jessica Williams…
News May 2
UPDATE: Kohl’s CEO Ousted for Questionable Vendor Transaction
[Editor’s note: This story was originally published on May 1, 2025. It was updated on May 2, 2025 to include additional details of the conflict of interest that led to…
News May 2
The Payment Shift Retailers Can’t Ignore: Cash, Cards…or Crypto?
In-store shopping is back, with physical retail on track to reach 80% of global retail sales this year. Competition is surging too, so retailers must attract new shoppers through differentiation.…
Executive Viewpoints May 2
DSW Debuts In-Store Protection Kiosks to Help Shoe Shoppers ‘Get More Wear from Every Pair’
DSW has rolled out Imbox Protection machines at nearly 500 locations, allowing customers to protect their newly purchased footwear in just 60 seconds. Using a water-based spray, the enclosed Imbox…
News May 1
Instacart Accelerates Move into Enterprise Tech with Wynshop Acquisition
Instacart has purchased Wynshop, which provides ecommerce solutions to retailers including Wakefern and Pattison. Instacart has increasingly been focusing on physical stores and digitizing the in-store experience, expanding beyond its…
News May 1
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