Return of the department store.
Department stores have had a very tough time of things over recent years as highlighted by the recent $2.65 billion purchase of US-based retailer Neiman Marcus by Canadian department store chain Hudson’s Bay Company (HBC)
Why retailers are hoping that speculation will drive innovation.
French sporting retailer Decathlon has launched a new subsidiary that is dedicated to identifying and developing people and businesses that share its values.
Maison Empereur: The Marseillaise institution, “Commerce of excellence”.
Maison Empereur will soon celebrate its 200th anniversary! In nearly two centuries, the hardware store has grown from a small neighborhood shop to a renowned general store.
Survey reveals travelers’ strong preferences for specific convenience stores.
A recent survey by Vontier reveals that nearly 80% of travelers are willing to drive further to visit their preferred convenience store.
Amazon launches low-cost section to rival Temu and Shein.
Amazon is introducing a new section on its site dedicated to low-cost fashion and lifestyle items, allowing Chinese sellers to ship directly to American consumers.
Marks & Spencer launches a textile repair service.
This program, named "M&S Fixed by Sojo," will start in August in collaboration with the start-up Sojo and will be accessible via an online hub.
Temu and Shein in Brussels’ crosshairs.
The European Commission has requested information from Temu and Shein to verify their compliance with EU consumer protection rules.
Thibault Renouf, CEO of Partoo: “The chatbot is set to become an automated personal assistant.”
A new category of chatbots, consisting of smarter and more autonomous systems, is emerging in retail, bringing numerous benefits.
AI Onboarding: Engage your teams today!
Artificial Intelligence is transforming the business landscape at a remarkable pace but it’s crucial to fully engage all your teams.
Kingfisher surpasses environmental targets in latest responsible business report.
The report highlights the company’s achievement of a 62% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 carbon emissions, significantly exceeding its 2025/26 target of 37.8%.