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Inside the Industry: Talent Shuffle Could Lead to “Renewal and Innovation”

We talk to the leaders of Stance, Z Supply, and Reef about key new hires they have made…

Executive Edition December 14, 2023
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Salt Life Sees Wholesale Softening Leading to Sales Decline

Details about how Salt Life performed in Q4 and for the full year, including how much annual revenue…

Executive Edition December 8, 2023
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Pura Vida Sales Slump Across Wholesale, E-commerce

The accessories company said a return to more full-price selling in the recently ended quarter was partially to…

Executive Edition December 7, 2023
Journeys will ramp holiday promotions to stay competitive

Journeys to Ramp Holiday Promotions to Stay Competitive

Genesco Inc. CEO Mimi Vaughn said retail competitors have been more promotional than expected this holiday season, and…

Executive Edition December 4, 2023
Zumiez Glendale Galleria

Zumiez Q3 Sales Down Amid Market Volatility, Promotional Environment

The important industry customer provided an update on how major categories performed, including the continuing struggles in footwear,…

Executive Edition December 1, 2023
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Tilly’s Works to Improve Merchandise Mix in Final Quarter of Fiscal Year

Inflation continues to tamp down on consumer spending as executives recapped Black Friday, shared their thoughts on promotions…

Executive Edition December 1, 2023
Surf specialty retailers weigh in on Black Friday 2023

Surf Specialty Off to Steady, Not Spectacular, Start During Black Friday Weekend

Retailers – including Surfside Sports, Hansen’s, HSS, and Island Water Sports – offered a look at how they…

Executive Edition November 28, 2023
Urban Outfitters Americana at Brand

Urban Outfitters Sales Fallout Continues on Marketing, Fashion Misses

The company plans to be more promotional for the holidays. Plus, CEO Dick Hayne discusses how retail is…

Executive Edition November 22, 2023
Nordstrom Rack Beverly Connection

Nordstrom Sales Dip in Quarter as Retailer Narrows Full-Year EPS Forecast

Sales at Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack fell in the recently ended quarter. Executives addressed working through designer inventory,…

Executive Edition November 22, 2023
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