Chain Store Age

Retail news and analysis for executives

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Retail real estate is no longer just about stores and sales: It’s about experiences!

Chain Store Age is looking to honor the Top 10 Retail Center Experiences of 2026 in our July-August issue.

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“For so many of the brands we are doing business with, physical retail is more important than ever," said Mark Masinter, chairman of global retail at Newmark. "Even though there is macro-turbulence going on, there is a positive long-term outlook.”

https://t.co/t1GMTJGOhk

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A Philadelphia-based consumer delivery service is teaming with an Elon Musk-affiliated artificial intelligence company.

https://t.co/tPTnie4qb5 #retail #ecommerce #AI #delivery

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Macy’s Inc. came out of the gate running in the first quarter with sales increases across its nameplates, led by a surging Bloomingdale’s, as its turnaround continues to build.

https://t.co/rmV4DzCuZ6 #retail #sales

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Two sister fragrance retailers are plotting an extensive retail expansion.

https://t.co/UkGigHE0KV #retail #stores

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Summer hasn’t fully arrived yet, but consumers are already eyeing back-to-school shopping in an effort to save money.

https://t.co/EIt7tX6KWg #retail #backtoschool #AI #ecommerce

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With gas prices remaining elevated, consumers are being extra diligent about how often they drive and what they spend on.

https://t.co/L362xJg2Sw #retail #spending #gasprices

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Amazon is not the only retailer hosting a major late June sales event for members of its loyalty program.

https://t.co/vjbetDhWSl #retail #sale #ecommerce

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Accounting for expected viewership and purchase intent, Numerator says that World Cup shoppers could drive an estimated $7.5 billion in consumer goods spending.

https://t.co/ZHZJlwFGLO #retail #WorldCup #spending

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For the second time ever, Amazon is hosting its Prime Day online sales extravaganza in June.

https://t.co/CXiHTOh6CN #retail #ecommerce #Amazon

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Comedic actor Jason Sudeikis is helping Sam's Club refresh its brand:
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Target Corp. has a new type of food logistics facility.

https://t.co/c85Yrbym3b #retail #supplychain #logistics

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Dollar General Corp. is offering a 30-day sales promotion with an eye to the upcoming Independence Day holiday.

https://t.co/TdBSnUX6nx #retail #sale #discount

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Best Buy Co. Inc. is growing its "Geek Squad Academy" offering beyond its roots as a two-day summer camp.

https://t.co/2cjfZB6RWz #retail #education #technology

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Walmart is celebrating a major milestone in its rapidly expanding drone delivery program.

https://t.co/Pl4abc3Pdb #retail #ecommerce #delivery

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Pride Month engagement from brands and retailers may be declining – but it still matters to a large portion of consumers.

https://t.co/ShrREDkbci #retail #LGBTQ #PrideMonth

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An expanding close-out retailer has added a legal veteran to its leadership team.

https://t.co/fSJXne1xIt #retail #discount #leadership #legal

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CVS Health is leveraging artificial intelligence to help its pharmacists improve medication safety and patient care.

https://t.co/UmDAyWoVIN #retail #pharmacy #AI

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QVC is celebrating a milestone anniversary with a livestream event, limited-time offers and more — including its "biggest party" ever.

https://t.co/WJ5gMEuyqn #retail #tiktok #ecommerce

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Walmart is not ceding the U.S. ultra-fast delivery market to Amazon.

https://t.co/kvvRlOCsW5 #retail #ecommerce #delivery