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Omni Talk Retail's Anne Mezzenga and Chris Walton bring you the day's top retail headlines. And, by that, we mean only the top headlines that two former retail executives think are worth your time.
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Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Here are today's top headlines:Amazon is rolling out sponsored ads in its newly launched shopping-oriented chatbot, Rufus, enhancing the user experience with contextually relevant ads based on user interactions and searches. Brian Niccol, Starbucks’ new CEO, has outlined his vision for the company in an open letter, emphasizing a return to the foundational values that defined the brand—high-quality coffee and a strong community presence.Coca-Cola is taking a stand for the open web in advertising by emphasizing high-quality ad placements with rigorous controls.Stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Here are today's top headlines:Online grocery prices dropped nearly 4% in August from July, marking the sharpest monthly decline in ten years, according to Adobe Analytics. Zara is bringing its ‘Pre-Owned’ service to the U.S. in October, allowing customers to buy, sell, repair, or donate secondhand clothes through its stores, website, and app.Stater Bros. Markets, a leading grocery chain in Southern California, is launching a new product sampling initiative. Partnering with Mercatus and Swish Brand Experiences, the program will provide targeted, measurable product sampling campaigns directly through its e-commerce platform. Stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Here are today's top headlines:Costco is testing a new mobile app feature that allows members to search for in-stock items at specific warehouse locations. Amazon Fresh is expanding its grocery benefits for Prime members with exclusive savings on over 3,000 items. These include discounts of up to 50% off select weekly grocery favorites, 25% off top-brand products, and 10% off private-label goods.PayPal is expanding its presence in physical stores by enhancing its cashback rewards program, now offering up to 5% cashback on purchases such as groceries and gas, to encourage users to use PayPal beyond just online transactions.Stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Here are today's top headlines:Big Lots, the discount retailer, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in Delaware, citing liabilities between $1 billion and $10 billion. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is set to propose new rules for front-of-package (FOP) nutrition labels, aiming to help consumers make healthier food choices more easily.Family Dollar has teamed up with data science company Dunhumby to implement an AI-driven platform designed to optimize product assortment and improve category management across its stores. Stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Ownit AI helps brands and retailers win Google search by answering their shopper's questions online. Learn more at ownit.co. Mirakl is the global leader in platform business innovation for eCommerce. Companies like Macy’s, Nordstrom, and Kroger use Mirakl to build disruptive growth and profitability through marketplace, dropship, and retail media. For more, visit mirakl.comHere are today's top headlines:New York’s Governor has signed the Retail Worker Safety Act into law, requiring stores with 50 or more retail employees to install panic buttons and implement other safety measures. Simon, a leading real estate investment trust, has launched ShopSimon, an online platform that combines digital shopping with its network of premium shopping centers across the U.S.Walmart is embarking on a unique “Walmart Style Tour,” a series of 40 events across the U.S. this September and October, starting at Chicago’s Taste of Chicago event.Stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Ownit AI helps brands and retailers win Google search by answering their shopper's questions online. Learn more at ownit.co. Mirakl is the global leader in platform business innovation for eCommerce. Companies like Macy’s, Nordstrom, and Kroger use Mirakl to build disruptive growth and profitability through marketplace, dropship, and retail media. For more, visit mirakl.comHere are today's top headlines:Target has launched a new feature allowing customers to use Apple CarPlay to streamline curbside and in-store pickup experiences.Walmart continues to solidify its dominance in the U.S. online grocery market, reaching a record 37% market share in Q2 2024, up 1.5% from the previous year. Walmart is venturing into the collectible sneaker market through a partnership with StockX, a leading online marketplace for verified sneakers and streetwear. Stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Ownit AI helps brands and retailers win Google search by answering their shopper's questions online. Learn more at ownit.co. Mirakl is the global leader in platform business innovation for eCommerce. Companies like Macy’s, Nordstrom, and Kroger use Mirakl to build disruptive growth and profitability through marketplace, dropship, and retail media. For more, visit mirakl.comHere are today's top headlines:The Nordstrom family, in partnership with Mexican retail giant El Puerto de Liverpool, has proposed a $3.8 billion deal to take the iconic department store chain private at $23 per share. Dick’s Sporting Goods posted a strong second quarter with net sales rising 7.8% to $3.5 billion and a 48% increase in net income. Flexport, a global logistics platform, has partnered with last-mile parcel carrier Veho to enhance delivery capabilities for its e-commerce clients.Stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Ownit AI helps brands and retailers win Google search by answering their shopper's questions online. Learn more at ownit.co. Mirakl is the global leader in platform business innovation for eCommerce. Companies like Macy’s, Nordstrom, and Kroger use Mirakl to build disruptive growth and profitability through marketplace, dropship, and retail media. For more, visit mirakl.comHere are today's top headlines:Amazon is set to expand its “Just Walk Out” technology this fall with six new stores at Lumen Field in Seattle, seven at Commanders Field near Washington D.C., and the first store at M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore. Lululemon is enhancing its free membership program by introducing “Partner Perks” with fitness and wellness brands like Barry’s and Sweetgreen.Allbirds will execute a 1-for-20 reverse stock split this week to boost its share price above Nasdaq’s $1 minimum threshold, aiming to avoid delisting.Stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Ownit AI helps brands and retailers win Google search by answering their shopper's questions online. Learn more at ownit.co. Mirakl is the global leader in platform business innovation for eCommerce. Companies like Macy’s, Nordstrom, and Kroger use Mirakl to build disruptive growth and profitability through marketplace, dropship, and retail media. For more, visit mirakl.comHere are today's top headlines:Lululemon is experiencing a slowdown in growth, especially in its women’s business, due to merchandise issues and increased competition.Nordstrom attributes its 3.4% increase in Q2 net sales to improved supply chain operations and customer experience enhancements. Netto Denmark will roll out smart digital labels in collaboration with SES-imagotag’s VusionGroup across its 550 stores from Q3 2024 to Q2 2025.Stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Ownit AI helps brands and retailers win Google search by answering their shopper's questions online. Learn more at ownit.co. Mirakl is the global leader in platform business innovation for eCommerce. Companies like Macy’s, Nordstrom, and Kroger use Mirakl to build disruptive growth and profitability through marketplace, dropship, and retail media. For more, visit mirakl.comHere are today's top headlines:Dollar General’s shares plunged by 25% as the company lowered its fiscal 2024 sales and profit outlook, citing economic pressures on its lower-income customer base and internal management issues. Amazon Fresh has opened four new stores, extending its grocery footprint to just under 50 locations in eight states. Abercrombie & Fitch shares dropped by 17% after CEO Fran Horowitz warned of an “increasingly uncertain environment” ahead, despite strong Q2 performance with a 21% revenue spike and earnings per share of $2.50, surpassing expectations. Stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Ownit AI helps brands and retailers win Google search by answering their shopper's questions online. Learn more at ownit.co. Mirakl is the global leader in platform business innovation for eCommerce. Companies like Macy’s, Nordstrom, and Kroger use Mirakl to build disruptive growth and profitability through marketplace, dropship, and retail media. For more, visit mirakl.comHere are today's top headlines:Kraft Heinz is utilizing its AI-powered platform, Lighthouse, to make its supply chain more autonomous and responsive to demand fluctuations. The U.S. Department of Transportation plans to implement vehicle-to-everything (V2X) technology across national highways and intersections by 2037, enhancing safety, optimizing efficiency, and improving awareness of road conditions. Walmart is ramping up its third-party marketplace, introducing Premium Beauty with high-end brands, expanding its resale business, and enhancing logistics capabilities.Stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Ownit AI helps brands and retailers win Google search by answering their shopper's questions online. Learn more at ownit.co. Mirakl is the global leader in platform business innovation for eCommerce. Companies like Macy’s, Nordstrom, and Kroger use Mirakl to build disruptive growth and profitability through marketplace, dropship, and retail media. For more, visit mirakl.comHere are today's top headlines:Kroger and Albertsons are facing a pivotal trial as they seek approval for their merger, which would create a $208 billion grocery giant. Google is rolling out new features in its Merchant Center retail hub, just in time for the holiday shopping season. In response to challenges in the e-commerce aggregator market, Branded and Heyday are merging to create a new entity called Essor.Stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Ownit AI helps brands and retailers win Google search by answering their shopper's questions online. Learn more at ownit.co. Mirakl is the global leader in platform business innovation for eCommerce. Companies like Macy’s, Nordstrom, and Kroger use Mirakl to build disruptive growth and profitability through marketplace, dropship, and retail media. For more, visit mirakl.comHere are today's top headlines:H-E-B has launched "H-E-B Now," a new delivery option available through its Favor app, offering Texans the ability to receive up to 15 grocery items within 45 minutes. The National Labor Relations Board has ruled that Amazon is legally considered the employer of subcontracted drivers from Battle-Tested Strategies, a decision that challenges Amazon’s stance on subcontractor responsibility. Unilever is scaling its use of AI and image capture technology in its ice cream segment, aiming to automate restocking and drive growth.Stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Ownit AI helps brands and retailers win Google search by answering their shopper's questions online. Learn more at ownit.co. Mirakl is the global leader in platform business innovation for eCommerce. Companies like Macy’s, Nordstrom, and Kroger use Mirakl to build disruptive growth and profitability through marketplace, dropship, and retail media. For more, visit mirakl.comHere are today's top headlines:Chick-fil-A has launched its first elevated drive-thru restaurant in Georgia, focusing solely on drive-thru service with a kitchen double the typical size. Amazon has expanded its grocery delivery options with a new $99.99 annual subscription plan for Prime members, offering unlimited deliveries on orders over $35 from Amazon Fresh, Whole Foods, and other local grocers. Wyoming is advancing in the digital currency space with its own stablecoin, the Wyoming stable token, set to launch in Q1 2025.Stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Ownit AI helps brands and retailers win Google search by answering their shopper's questions online. Learn more at ownit.co. Mirakl is the global leader in platform business innovation for eCommerce. Companies like Macy’s, Nordstrom, and Kroger use Mirakl to build disruptive growth and profitability through marketplace, dropship, and retail media. For more, visit mirakl.comHere are today's top headlines:Walmart has partnered with Burger King to offer Walmart Plus members 25% off digital orders and a free Whopper every three months. T.J. Maxx's parent company, TJX, has increased its full-year guidance following a strong quarter with a 5.6% sales increase. Peloton anticipates a nearly 10% decline in sales for the upcoming fiscal year, citing ongoing challenges in demand for its connected fitness products.Stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Ownit AI helps brands and retailers win Google search by answering their shopper's questions online. Learn more at ownit.co. Mirakl is the global leader in platform business innovation for eCommerce. Companies like Macy’s, Nordstrom, and Kroger use Mirakl to build disruptive growth and profitability through marketplace, dropship, and retail media. For more, visit mirakl.comHere are today's top headlines:Walmart has sold its stake in Chinese e-commerce giant JD.com for approximately $3.6 billion, ending an eight-year partnership.Amazon's new Fulfillment by Amazon Returnless Resolutions program allows sellers to issue refunds without requiring customers to return items.Macy’s has revised its full-year sales forecast downward after missing revenue targets, despite exceeding earnings expectations.Stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Ownit AI helps brands and retailers win Google search by answering their shopper's questions online. Learn more at ownit.co. Mirakl is the global leader in platform business innovation for eCommerce. Companies like Macy’s, Nordstrom, and Kroger use Mirakl to build disruptive growth and profitability through marketplace, dropship, and retail media. For more, visit mirakl.comHere are today's top headlines:Walmart has expanded its fulfillment services to include Chinese third-party sellers, allowing them to sell directly to U.S. customers via Walmart Marketplace. California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed a package of bills aimed at combating organized retail crime, with tougher penalties for those involved in theft rings and the resale of stolen goods online. ThredUp has quietly introduced a peer-to-peer resale marketplace, allowing users to list and sell items directly without fees during its beta phase. Stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Ownit AI helps brands and retailers win Google search by answering their shopper's questions online. Learn more at ownit.co. Mirakl is the global leader in platform business innovation for eCommerce. Companies like Macy’s, Nordstrom, and Kroger use Mirakl to build disruptive growth and profitability through marketplace, dropship, and retail media. For more, visit mirakl.comHere are today's top headlines:Walmart is discontinuing its drone delivery service in Phoenix, Salt Lake City, and Tampa, leading to the closure of 18 hubs and the loss of 70 jobs at partner DroneUp. Netflix has partnered with Google to introduce a shoppable integration for "Emily in Paris," allowing viewers to use Google Lens to purchase fashion items from the show. Democratic Presidential nominee Kamala Harris has proposed a federal ban on grocery price-gouging, targeting companies that exploit crises for profit.Stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Ownit AI helps brands and retailers win Google search by answering their shopper's questions online. Learn more at ownit.co. Mirakl is the global leader in platform business innovation for eCommerce. Companies like Macy’s, Nordstrom, and Kroger use Mirakl to build disruptive growth and profitability through marketplace, dropship, and retail media. For more, visit mirakl.comHere are today's top headlines:Amazon is experimenting with removing customer ratings from its product search results page in a limited test aimed at streamlining the browsing experience, particularly on mobile devices. Best Buy has launched a new live-tracking feature for large product deliveries, offering real-time updates and a detailed map view of the delivery route. Klarna, the Swedish BNPL company, has introduced savings accounts in the U.S. and 12 European countries, allowing users to manage payments, earn cash-back rewards, and finance purchases through Klarna's installment plans.Stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!
Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Ownit AI helps brands and retailers win Google search by answering their shopper's questions online. Learn more at ownit.co. Mirakl is the global leader in platform business innovation for eCommerce. Companies like Macy’s, Nordstrom, and Kroger use Mirakl to build disruptive growth and profitability through marketplace, dropship, and retail media. For more, visit mirakl.comHere are today's top headlines:The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has ruled that Amazon can be held responsible for defective goods sold by third-party merchants on its marketplace. TVisa's fiscal third-quarter results showed a slowdown in payments volume growth, raising concerns about the sustainability of its core card business. Taco Bell is set to expand its voice AI technology to hundreds of U.S. drive-thrus by the end of 2024, building on its existing base of over 100 locations. Stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!
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