August 19th, 2024
1. Shopping Centers Continued to Bustle in July
The Fourth of July and back-to-school sales brought shoppers into malls.
2. Positive Economic News Keeps Coming As Consumer Spending Beats Expectations
Some economic indicators that were previously trending in the direction of a recession have backed off.
3. Back-to-School Shopping Sees Shift to Value and Brick-and-Mortar Preference
Amid rising living costs and savvy consumer adjustments, recent reports highlight a significant shift toward value-driven purchases in physical stores over online platforms.
4. Inside the Growing Trend of Retailtainment
The improved in-person shopping experience has boosted sales and visits.
5. Beauty in 2024: Many Ways to Win
Find out how Ulta Beauty and Sally Beauty Supply are driving success – and visits – to their stores.
6. Ace Hardware’s New Store Format Focused on Elevating Popular Brands
The cooperative hardware chain has unveiled an “experiential” format that aims to drive sales to popular brands.
7. Qdoba Plans Nearly 40 New Locations Across Country
The nation’s second-largest fast-casual Mexican chain is continuing to grow its footprint in several key states.