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Hasbro CEO says Magic: The Gathering ‘off to a ripping start’
The property surpassed $500 million in quarterly revenue for the first time in its over 30-year history and helped push overall revenue up 16% in Q2.
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GameStop discloses 10% eBay stake as it pushes for a deal
That’s roughly double the amount GameStop owned in May, when the company made its initial $56 billion offer to acquire the marketplace.
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Reformation targets $1B valuation with IPO
The DTC brand's offering includes 14 million shares of its common stock with an expected price between $15 and $17.
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Lord & Taylor revives private label strategy
The Heritage Collection is being sold on the retailer’s website, and could end up at off-price retailers and global boutiques via licensing or wholesale.
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Instacart acquires shelf-scanning technology startup
The purchase of Arpalus gives it a system that allows workers to record product levels on store shelves using a smartphone app.
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Gap makes a fine mesh out of its ‘Happy Stripe’ remake
A polyester take on a vintage sweater design got plenty of backlash on social media, but the stumble won’t likely stall the brand’s comeback.
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Penny’s end poses rounding challenge
Retailers are pressing for passage of a bill to enact rounding standards as cash-handling businesses grapple with the cent’s gradual demise.
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AI is creating ecommerce’s next optimization challenge: The intent gap
AI is changing how shoppers arrive. Is your checkout keeping up?
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From season to sentiment: How the pace of consumer trends reshapes retail planning
Consumer trends are more complex than seasons. Here's how retailers are tracking them.
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The Weekly Closeout: RadioShack eyes a comeback, Wayfair and QVC kick off the holidays
The electronics company hired a managing director for RadioShack USA, while the online retailers roll out July holiday-themed sales events.
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Back-to-school spending forecast to reach record highs
Nearly two-thirds of consumers have already started shopping for the season, but affordability is a major concern, according to a new report.
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Kate Spade focused on ‘reigniting the magic’ with new chief marketer
L'Oréal veteran Allison Badea has been tapped for the role as the brand faces falling sales and a long turnaround road.