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AI is now doing parts of merchants' jobs, managing products and vendors
Retailers are beginning to use AI to automate certain parts of the merchandising process. Here's how it could impact the industry.
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Is Prime Day still worth it?
This week's Modern Retail Podcast looked at the pros and cons of participating in Prime Day, featuring consultant Katherine McKee.
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World Cup tourists go viral for first visits to Buc-ee's and Walmart. Could brand deals follow?
World Cup tourists are going viral for their posts about visiting Walmart for the first time, or trying food from Buc-ee's.
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Marketplace Briefing: Shopify launches tools to help merchants track sales and traffic from AI platforms
Shopify is rolling out a new set of tools designed to help merchants understand how their products appear across AI shopping platforms.
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How brands like Goldbelly, Chobani and Xochitl are showing up for America 250
Expect more limited-edition red, white and blue packaging on retail shelves this summer, as brands turn out to celebrate America 250.
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Faire opens its marketplace up to hotels, offices and non-retail customers
Faire is growing beyond boutiques by allowing business buyers to use the platform, like stocking mini bars or sending client gifts.
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260 Sample Sale sees foot traffic jump as luxury customers seek value
260 Sample Sale, which holds sample sales for Balmain and Diane von Furstenberg, is seeing increased demand from brands and customers alike.
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Brands Briefing: Anthropologie's tabletop games play
Anthropologie has seen a spike in sales for games like backgammon, mancala and mahjong as consumers seek out tactile, offline experiences.
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AI forces retailers, brands to rethink their product pages
Leaders across e-commerce are transforming how they approach designing product pages to be more discoverable to AI agents.
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Rising fuel costs push brands to adjust shipping policies
Brands are raising free shipping thresholds as higher fuel costs push up the price of moving goods across supply chains.
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Why more better-for-you brands are leading with taste over health claims
Better-for-you brands are prioritizing taste and fun packaging to attract more customers while still offering healthier food options.
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How Omaha Steaks shrunk its average delivery time to less than a day and a half
Omaha Steaks has invested in at least five new fulfillment centers and expanded its partnership with UPS's Roadie.