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Will K-pop give South Korean retailers an edge in China market?
South Korean convenience store giant CU has been testing the waters in China with a limited online trial operation, marking a different approach from other multinational brands that bet big on physical outlets. The brand, operated by BGF Retail…
Virginia Cannabis: Will Retail Finally Start In 2027?
Gov. Abigail Spanberger speaks at a press conference announcing there is a deal to authorize cannabis sales and put the legislation in the upcoming budget, Tuesday, June 16, 2026, in Richmond, Va. (Mike Kropf/Richmond Times-Dispatch via Getty…
USMNT jerseys in short supply as retailers face Olympic hockey déjà vu
American soccer fans looking to purchase U.S. men's national team jerseys as the team prepares for the World Cup knockout stage may soon be running short of options with supplies running low among U.S. retailers. Some of the most popular online…
Why Retailers Need To Prove They're Real In The Age Of AI
Although it's hard to find up-to-date numbers of these suspected fake e-commerce websites, this is a widespread problem. “I don't think prevalent gets near it. I think not even pervasive gets near it. It's a part of the world we live in now.
Luxury Shoppers Are Scoring Pre-Flight Finds at Airport Retailers
This article is for subscribers only. Welcome to Bloomberg's Retail Monitor. Every Friday we'll deliver you clear insights on industry trends, headwinds and emerging opportunities. Sign up now if you're not already on the list. Luxury shoppers are…
Sri Lanka Retailers' Association unveils strategic roadmap for the future at 9th AGM
The Sri Lanka Retailers' Association (SLRA) successfully held its 9th Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 23 June 2026 at Hilton Colombo Residencies, bringing together members of the country's organized retail sector to review the Association's…
Ron Johnson breaks his silence on forging Apple Retail with Steve Jobs
Even though Steve Jobs could be demanding, Ron Johnson says he still managed to make Apple Stores 'the most productive in the world.' Ron Johnson joined Apple in 2000 and served as the company's head of retail until 2011. During his time at Apple…
GTA 6 warning to gamers as retailer urges 'buy before Christmas'
Retailers are facing a shortage when the busy Christmas season collides with GTA 6's release Gamers have been warned to buy a new console well ahead of the hectic Christmas rush as Grand Theft Auto 6 's long-awaited release collides with supply…
Two-to-Three-Day Free Shipping Is Now the Retail Baseline
As retailers like Amazon, Walmart and Target up the ante on delivery speed, fast shipping has never been more in demand. And the threshold for what consumers are willing to pay has gotten lower. Consumers now expect orders that offer free shipping…
Historic fully-let retail parade opposite Chester Cathedral up for sale
A historic building home to a fully-let parade of retail units opposite Chester Cathedral has been put on the market. The property, comprising 15-17, 19, 21, 23 and 25-27 St Werburgh Street, has a guide price of £1.5m. It's being marketed by…
Retailers Issue Warning About PS5 and Xbox Console Shortages
Some retailers are reportedly preparing stores and customers for a shortage of PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S consoles ahead of the 2026 holiday season. The shortage will coincide with the release of Grand Theft Auto 6 on PS5 and Xbox consoles.
Retailers Are Issuing Console Shortage Warnings Ahead of GTA 6, and Now I'm Worried Scalpers Are Going to Have a Field Day This Christmas
A major retailer has warned there will be console shortages ahead of the launch of GTA 6 in November, sparking concern that scalpers will cash in on demand for PS5 and Xbox Series X and S this Christmas. GTA 6 is due out on PlayStation 5 and Xbox…
Home furnishings retailer World Market opens store in Annapolis
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Retail REIT CEO Says Consumer Traffic and Demand Have Strengthened Since the Start of 2026
Stephen Yalof, CEO of Tanger (NYSE:SKT | SKT Price Prediction), a retail REIT that owns and operates outlet shopping centers across the U.S., delivered an on-the-ground read of the U.S. shopper on a recent CNBC appearance, telling viewers that…
Shopify taught AI to spot duplicate products. Here's why retailers are scrambling.
Retailers are rushing to make their product listings discoverable by AI shopping agents, but AI assistants often struggle to determine when different listings describe the same item. To address this problem, Shopify has launched a new system called…
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