Retail Daily Minute

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by RetailClub and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Amazon adds perishable foods to same-day delivery - Prime members can now get fresh groceries delivered same-day at no extra cost in over 1,000 cities, directly challenging Instacart and Walmart+.Walmart expands grocery discount for 1.6 million employees - The retail giant extends its 10% employee discount to nearly all groceries year-round as tariff concerns drive inflation worries and the company seeks to attract and retain workers.Ulta Beauty and Target announce the end of their shop-in-shop partnership - The Ulta Beauty at Target collaboration will conclude in August 2026 as both retailers pivot to new strategies, with Ulta focusing on its marketplace expansion and Target maintaining its curated beauty assortment.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!

In this special pre-vacation edition of Walton's Weekly Wramblings, Chris gets brutally honest about his 2025 retail predictions—the wins, the misses, and the humble pie he's serving himself.From nailing his Costco-Target prediction to completely whiffing on the Starbucks turnaround, Chris breaks down what separates real retail accountability from pundit hot takes. He dives deep into why he shouldn't have bought into Brian Niccol's java-flavored Kool-Aid hook, line, and sinker, and what the data now reveals about wait times, ceramic mugs, and sustainable change versus short-term execution.To view the reference article on Placer.ai's Anchor, head hereThis episode is brought to you by:Retail Club - The new event from the founders of Shop Talk. Join their AI Deep Dive retreat September 14-17 in Huntington Beach, California. Shop Talk helped Retail Go Digital. Retail Club will help it Go AI. Just 500 tickets available. Get yours at retailclub.com.Mirakl - The catalyst of commerce. Over 450 retailers are opening new revenue streams with marketplaces, dropship, and retail media. Unlock more products, more partners, and more profits without the heavy lifting. Visit Mirakl.com to learn more.Hosted by Chris Walton, former Target executive and co-host of the Fast Five Podcast. New episodes of Walton's Weekly Wramblings drop every Friday.Subscribe now and be careful out there - the retail landscape is changing faster than ever.

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by RetailClub and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Starbucks moves away from mobile order, pickup-only stores as CEO Brian Niccol calls the format "overly transactional" and lacking brand warmth, while announcing over $500 million in staffing investments to improve customer experience amid six consecutive quarters of same-store sales declines.Copper Property CTL reaches $947 million cash deal with Onyx Partners affiliate to sell 119 JCPenney store properties, completing an extensive marketing process for assets acquired during the retailer's 2020 bankruptcy proceedings.Hy-Vee's retail media network RedMedia joins Rippl consortium, adding 285+ stores to the national network of regional grocers spanning 58,000 locations and 140 million shoppers to deepen first-party data and expand off-site advertising capabilities.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 RetailClub and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Bed Bath & Beyond makes its brick-and-mortar comeback on August 8th in Nashville, bringing back beloved legacy coupons as it attempts to tap into the power of retail nostalgia in brand resurrections.The Trump Administration considers charging patent holders 1% to 5% of their patent value, a radical shift that could significantly impact retail innovation costs and technology investments.PayPal launches 'Pay With Crypto' for merchants, allowing businesses to accept over 100 cryptocurrencies at just 0.99% transaction fees, potentially opening new customer segments for forward-thinking retailers.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 RetailClub and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Abercrombie Kids expands into Macy's stores for back-to-school season, leveraging strategic wholesale partnerships to reach new markets while helping both retailers navigate tariff challenges.Ty Haney makes her dramatic return to Outdoor Voices after four years, relaunching the activewear brand with a "confident, bold and sexy" aesthetic focused on lifestyle dresses and elevated design details.Hershey implements double-digit price increases across its candy portfolio due to unprecedented cocoa costs, while accelerating diversification efforts to reduce commodity exposure.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 RetailClub and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Walmart streamlines its AI strategy by consolidating dozens of agents into four "super agents" to simplify user experience across customers, employees, engineers, and suppliers.Walmart's weeklong Deals event significantly outperformed Amazon's extended Prime Day, with 24% spending growth versus Amazon's 4% and increased cross-shopping between platforms.Tractor Supply reports record Q2 sales of $4.4 billion and announces aggressive expansion plans with 100 new store openings planned for 2026, fueled by strong performance in backyard poultry and rural lifestyle categories.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 the second edition of "Walton's Weekly Wramblings" - a brand new weekly synthesis where Chris Walton steps back from the daily headlines to identify which retail stories actually matter for your business over the long term.Chris breaks down why Walmart's decision to make Vizio TVs exclusively private label represents masterful long-term strategic thinking - and how it's really about building a connected TV retail media empire that will generate disproportionate profits for years to come. Then he contrasts this with Target's announcement to end price matching, calling it a short-sighted reactive move that weakens an already struggling brand.What You'll Learn:Why Walmart's Vizio acquisition is about ecosystem building, not just TVsHow connected TV advertising is reshaping retail media strategyThe real reasons behind Target's price matching decision (hint: it's not what they're saying)Why Target's brand is "the weakest it's ever been"The technology gap that's making these strategic differences even more pronouncedWhat these moves tell us about the future of retail competitionKey Takeaway: The retailers thinking five to ten years ahead and making intentional bets on future trends will thrive, while those making defensive, reactive moves will keep falling behind.Chris brings his signature direct commentary and insider perspective to help retail executives understand which strategies will drive long-term success and which ones are just survival tactics in disguise.This episode is brought to you by:Retail Club - The new event from the founders of Shop Talk. Join their AI Deep Dive retreat September 14-17 in Huntington Beach, California. Shop Talk helped Retail Go Digital. Retail Club will help it Go AI. Just 500 tickets available. Get yours at retailclub.com.Mirakl - The catalyst of commerce. Over 450 retailers are opening new revenue streams with marketplaces, dropship, and retail media. Unlock more products, more partners, and more profits without the heavy lifting. Visit Mirakl.com to learn more.Hosted by Chris Walton, former Target executive and co-host of the Fast Five Podcast. New episodes of Walton's Weekly Wramblings drop every Friday.Subscribe now and be careful out there - the retail landscape is changing faster than ever.

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by RetailClub and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Amazon snaps up AI wearables company Bee in an undisclosed deal, adding conversation-recording technology to its AI portfolio as CEO Andy Jassy focuses on subscription revenue growth and AI-powered customer service innovations.Embedded vehicle payments move forward as the payments industry drives plans for seamless in-car transactions at gas stations, parking, and charging locations, with Mercedes-Benz, Hyundai, and BMW leading early adoption despite infrastructure challenges.Tm:rw opens a groundbreaking 20,000-square-foot experiential store in Manhattan's Times Square, featuring next-generation technology from 120+ brands across gaming, wellness, and entertainment categories in the space formerly occupied by a massive McDonald's.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 RetailClub and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Tesla officially opens its long-awaited Supercharger Diner in Los Angeles after seven years of development, featuring 80 charging stalls, two movie screens, and a 24/7 diner with locally sourced food that's open to everyone, not just Tesla owners.Barnes & Noble continues its remarkable brick-and-mortar resurgence, opening three new smaller-format stores in Texas and South Carolina as part of its ambitious plan to open 60+ locations in 2025, proving physical bookstores can thrive in the digital age.Costco establishes its first Global Capability Centre in Hyderabad, India, planning to employ 1,000 people initially in technology and research operations, joining other major U.S. retailers expanding their international tech presence.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 RetailClub and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Apparel and department store retailers face mounting pressure from U.S. trade policy, with Moody's Ratings giving the sector a negative outlook as import duties eat into profitability and revenue growth stalls at just 3%.Walmart transforms Vizio into a private-label brand with exclusive sales through Walmart and Sam's Club, ending multi-retailer distribution as part of its $2.3 billion acquisition strategy.Over half of ad buyers now use generative AI for video creation, with 30% of digital video ads currently developed using the technology, expected to reach 39% by 2026 as smaller brands lead adoption.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 RetailClub and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Target discontinues price matching with competitors like Amazon and Walmart, citing customer behavior data and focusing on its own value proposition amid ongoing business turnaround efforts.UNFI's operations return to normal following a cyberattack that will cost the grocery distributor $350-400 million in sales, highlighting the growing cybersecurity challenges facing retail supply chains.Amazon Web Services launches an AI agent marketplace with Anthropic as a key partner, creating new distribution channels for AI-powered retail solutions and enterprise automation tools.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 the debut of "Walton's Weekly Wramblings" - a brand new weekly synthesis where Chris Walton steps back from the daily headlines to identify which retail stories actually matter for your business over the long term.In this inaugural episode, Chris dives deep into three seemingly unrelated stories from the week that ended July 17, 2025, and reveals how they all connect to one fundamental question: Are we being intentional about the future we're building, or are we just letting it happen to us?This Week's Headlines:

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by RetailClub and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Kroger consolidates its Dallas and Houston divisions under new leadership as it battles H-E-B for market share in the competitive Texas grocery landscape.Kohl's appoints retail veteran Arianne Parisi as chief digital officer amid ongoing turnaround efforts under interim CEO Michael Bender.Mall of America expands AI-powered video analytics across dozens of locations to track vehicle traffic and enhance parking operations at North America's largest shopping complex.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 RetailClub and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Shopify quietly sets boundaries for AI agents on merchant sites, blocking autonomous "buy-for-me" bots while directing legitimate integrators to use official Checkout Kit as the platform draws early lines around unregulated automation.Grocery e-commerce sales jump nearly 30% in June as delivery, pickup and ship-to-home all report gains of at least 25%, with Walmart's growing dominance serving as a wake-up call to traditional supermarkets.Tariff-driven inflation emerges as consumer prices rise 2.7% in June, with retailers like Walmart and Nike finally passing tariff costs to consumers after months of absorbing impacts on heavily imported categories.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 RetailClub and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Traditional supermarkets are hemorrhaging younger shoppers as Gen Z, millennials, and Gen X increasingly abandon grocery stores for discount retailers like Walmart and Aldi, with supermarkets plummeting from the second-most shopped format to near the bottom among these demographics, according to new research from The Feedback Group.EG America accelerates its digital transformation by launching online ordering and delivery at 500 of its 1,500 convenience stores through a partnership with Vroom Delivery, marking the latest step in the c-store giant's aggressive push to enhance its foodservice programs across all 10 banners.Wienerschnitzel makes history with its first East Coast expansion, signing a seven-unit development deal in Virginia's Norfolk and Richmond markets as the country's largest hot dog franchise pushes beyond its traditional Western footprint with veteran McDonald's franchisee Leon Dickey leading the charge.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 RetailClub and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Prime Day 2025 drives $24.1 billion in online sales across U.S. retailers, marking 30.3% year-over-year growth and setting a new summer e-commerce benchmark that exceeds two Black Fridays combined.Kraft Heinz prepares to break up its business a decade after the Warren Buffett-backed merger, planning to spin off a $20 billion grocery entity as the company struggles with declining consumer demand for processed foods.Target's commercial unit mandates a three-day in-office requirement starting September 2nd, joining other Minnesota companies in rolling back remote work policies to boost downtown Minneapolis recovery.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 RetailClub and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Ulta Beauty enters the UK market through its acquisition of leading British beauty retailer Space NK, marking a major milestone in the company's international expansion strategy.Ferrero sweetens its North American presence with a $3.1 billion acquisition of cereal giant WK Kellogg, adding Froot Loops and Frosted Flakes to its portfolio amid ongoing packaged food consolidation.Glossier joins TikTok Shop to chase Gen Z customers, expanding its multi-platform strategy as the beauty brand seeks to reignite growth and investor interest.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 RetailClub and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Prime Day breaks records as July 8th sees $7.9B in online sales — topping Thanksgiving 2024 — with mobile accounting for 50% of spend and luxury purchases spiking across categories.Sam's Club partners with Spot Pet Insurance to launch a pet care program offering discounted insurance and pharmacy services, extending its simplified healthcare approach to furry family members.New data shows marketplaces drove 40% of e-commerce growth in 2024, as traditional retailers like Nordstrom, Walmart, and Ulta expand marketplace strategies to compete with Amazon and TikTok Shop.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 RetailClub and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:New app Grocery Dealz debuts, offering real-time price comparisons across supermarkets, launching first in Dallas with plans for national expansion.Amazon calls on NYC corporate staff to pack and deliver Fresh grocery orders during Prime Day.President Trump signs sweeping tax and spending bill with major SNAP reforms that could impact 40 million U.S. grocery shoppers and reshape how retailers serve lower-income consumers.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 RetailClub and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Adobe forecasts a record $23.8 billion in online sales during Prime Day, driven by mobile purchases and a 3,200% surge in AI-powered shopping.Walmart launches "Dinner Tonight," a digital meal-planning platform designed to ease the daily dinner dilemma for U.S. households.Starbucks offers $6 million stock grants to executives to fast-track its turnaround, sparking criticism from unionized baristas.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 RetailClub and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Staples transforms its business model by shifting from office supplies to services, launching a Verizon partnership and leveraging its 945 locations for printing, shipping, and passport services.Sephora flips the script on Prime Day competition by partnering with Lyft to literally drive customers to stores with $20 ride credits and in-store guidance in five major markets.Chuck E. Cheese debuts Chuck's Arcade, a new adult-focused entertainment concept combining retro classics with cutting-edge VR experiences across 10 mall locations nationwide.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 RetailClub and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Luckin Coffee enters the U.S. market, opening two cashier-less stores in New York City despite local bans on cashless-only businesses.Wegmans partners with Instacart to launch AI-powered Caper Carts for a faster, smarter in-store experience.Best Buy sells off Current Health, as healthcare headwinds prompt the retailer to exit the home care space.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 RetailClub and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Nintendo exits Amazon's U.S. storefront amid a third-party seller dispute, skipping the Switch 2 launch and leaving American shoppers out of the release.France clamps down on ultra-fast fashion, introducing new legislation aimed at Shein and Temu to address sustainability and labor concerns.Home Depot strikes a $4.3B deal to acquire GMS, expanding its contractor-focused business through its SRS Distribution arm as it doubles down on the Pro segment.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Retail Club and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Target pilots smartphone-controlled shelf locks to reduce theft and boost convenience, testing employee and member-based access in select stores.Nike revenue drops 10%, prompting a major restructure around sport categories and a renewed push on Amazon amid tariff pressures and brand headwinds.Walmart opens its first-ever beef facility, processing Angus cuts in-house as part of its long-term vertical integration strategy for fresh foods.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Retail Club and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:H&M posts a 3% June sales boost despite ongoing tariff and cost pressures, with 200 store closures planned and pricing adjustments on the horizon.Primark expands into Tennessee, with new stores opening in Memphis and Franklin as part of a broader Southern U.S. growth strategy.Uber Eats rolls out delivery robots in Atlanta, partnering with Serve Robotics to bring autonomous food delivery to the Southeast.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Retail Club and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Walmart pilots dark stores in Dallas and Bentonville to speed up e-commerce fulfillment and support its goal of sub-three-hour delivery to 95% of U.S. households.Target tests factory-to-door shipping for low-cost goods, borrowing from Shein's playbook to cut costs and boost speed, as it works to revive sales amid stock pressure.Hibbett launches Hibbett Kids, a mobile-first experience offering top athletic brands, daily drops, and flexible payment options for back-to-school shopping.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Retail Club and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:McDonald's and Krispy Kreme call it quits, ending their nationwide rollout plan after realizing the doughnut pilot wasn't scalable due to cost and distribution challenges.Klarna integrates with Google Pay, enabling U.S. users to split purchases into BNPL installments as the fintech expands its reach through mainstream mobile wallets.Walmart to train 100,000 Indian small businesses through its Vriddhi program, deepening its investment in MSMEs and strengthening its international supply chain and marketplace ecosystem.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Retail Club and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:C&S Wholesale Grocers to acquire SpartanNash in a $1.77B deal that would create a powerhouse food distributor with nearly 60 DCs and 10,000+ customers, aimed at empowering local grocers and enhancing price competitiveness.Klarna dives into mobile telecom, launching a $40/month unlimited 5G plan in the U.S. via a partnership with Gigs, further expanding its ecosystem of app-based financial and lifestyle services.Kroger will close 60 underperforming stores by 2026, redirecting capital into price cuts, service upgrades, and new store growth, while working to make e-commerce profitable and find a permanent CEO.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Retail Club and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Lululemon trims 150 corporate roles as it faces sluggish North American sales, rising inventories, and tariff pressures, all while defending its long-term strategy.Home Depot enters a $5B bidding war for GMS, squaring off against QXO Inc. in a battle to dominate the construction supply chain and bolster its pro contractor business.NikeSkims launch delayed, with production issues pushing the high-profile collab with Kim Kardashian to late 2025—just as Nike undergoes leadership shakeups and strategic resets.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Retail Club and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Amazon CEO Andy Jassy outlines an AI-first future, with generative and agentic tools set to transform operations, streamline logistics, and reduce corporate headcount.TikTok Shop launches “Deals for You Days”, a two-week event packed with 50% discounts, livestream price guarantees, and continued e-commerce momentum—even as political scrutiny lingers.Live commerce platform Whatnot surges to $3B in sales, fueled by auction-style livestreams, strong community engagement, and rapid expansion into new categories like fashion and electronics.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Retail Club and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Amazon stretches Prime Day to four days (July 8–11), doubling down on deal drops and driving Prime engagement amid cautious consumer spending.H-E-B pilots autonomous delivery robots in Austin using Favor and Avride tech, offering fast, sidewalk-level grocery service with privacy-first bots.Costco to open its first gas-only location in California with 40 pumps, testing a traffic-easing fuel strategy that could scale if successful.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Retail Club and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:H&M goes all-in on AI to win back shoppers from Shein and Temu, using predictive and generative tools to fuel smarter store operations and trend response.Albertsons debuts digital display networks in produce aisles and entrances, bridging online and in-store with real-time ad targeting and shopper analytics.Saks Global reassures investors and vendors, secures $350M in financing, and says no store closures are coming—even as luxury brands remain watchful.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Retail Club and Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Amazon launches “One Grocery” – unifying Whole Foods, Amazon Fresh, and Amazon Go under a single leadership team and shared corporate systems to accelerate omnichannel innovation.Walmart & Amazon explore stablecoins – major retailers are considering launching their own crypto-backed currencies to lower payment fees and speed up transactions, pending new federal legislation.Costco gives Executive Members a boost – starting June 30, exec-tier members get in an hour earlier and all members get extra Saturday shopping time as Costco doubles down on member perks after strong Q3 results.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Zara's Growth Woes: Inditex starts Q2 with only 6% sales growth and warns of a 3% annual sales hit from foreign exchange pressures. Despite this, the fashion giant is investing €2.7 billion in store upgrades and logistics to weather global volatility.Starbucks Goes AI: The coffee giant pilots Green Dot Assist, a new generative AI tool powered by Microsoft Azure, aimed at streamlining barista workflows and improving customer service across 35 stores—part of a broader digital operations overhaul.Victoria's Secret Hit by Cyberattack: A data breach cost the brand $10M in lost Q2 income. As sales stall and margins shrink, the company leans into its Pink brand, while activist investors demand a bolder transformation plan.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Lowe's bets big on the creator economy, partnering with MrBeast and launching its first affiliate creator network to win over Gen Z and Gen Alpha.Amazon upgrades its generative AI ad tools, now offering multi-scene, branded, and ultra-customizable video content to advertisers using just a single product image.Walmart rewrites the launch playbook, delivering the Nintendo Switch 2 to customers before breakfast using its Express Delivery network — complete with surprise snacks and viral buzz.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Victoria's Secret faces activist heat as major shareholder BBRC calls for a complete board overhaul, citing poor performance, cyber missteps, and an outdated leadership structure.UNFI reels from a cyberattack, leaving its grocery network hobbled and triggering the end of its deal with Key Food — plus a distribution center closure.Walmart makes a bold fintech move, launching two new credit cards through its startup OnePay and parting ways with Capital One in favor of a Synchrony partnership.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Walmart launches “Sparky,” an AI shopping assistant that's not just answering questions — it's getting ready to take actions for you. Think reorders, recipe planning, even DIY help, all from the app.CMOs are all in on GenAI. BCG says 83% are optimistic, and most will spend over $10M on AI in the next 3 years — but will content saturation kill the magic?Grubhub levels up with multi-store ordering — now you can get tacos and tequila in one order. With new alcohol and flower delivery options, the platform wants to be your everyday convenience hub.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Walmart rolls out its “Who Knew?” campaign, encouraging consumers to take a second look as it highlights major investments in e-commerce, fast delivery, and digital services — redefining what Walmart stands for today.Procter & Gamble plans to cut 7,000 white-collar jobs, streamline its product portfolio, and restructure teams as it faces global economic pressures and prepares for leaner, more agile operations.Starbucks uses geolocation technology to drive store visits and app usage by sending personalized push notifications with favorite drink deals — part of a strategy that keeps its app the most-used in foodservice.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Amazon is testing humanoid robots for last-mile delivery, combining AI, robotics, and its electric Rivian fleet in a bid to automate the supply chain from warehouse to doorstep.Dollar General teams up with Kathy Ireland and other brands to relaunch its Home Valley line, bringing designer-inspired, affordable home décor to over 20,000 stores nationwide.Michaels acquires JOANN's private label brands, adding 600+ new products and boosting its fabric, yarn, and sewing assortment — aiming to become the leading destination for DIY creativity.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Peloton launches "Repowered," a branded resale marketplace for used bikes and gear, aiming to monetize idle inventory, lower churn, and bring secondhand buyers into the subscription ecosystem.PayPal and Klarna roll out physical payment cards, bringing their BNPL and digital finance features into brick-and-mortar retail — a bold shift that could challenge traditional credit cards and expand their reach among everyday shoppers.Marks & Spencer turns to in-store job fairs as a ransomware attack cripples its online hiring system, prompting walk-in recruitment days across the U.K. to keep store staffing on track.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Spirit Halloween cancels its annual kickoff event due to international supply chain disruptions, but reassures fans that over 1,500 stores will still open as usual this fall.Walmart Canada expands smart locker tech across all 400+ stores to better manage handheld devices for associates, enhancing productivity and reducing tech downtime.Temu's U.S. engagement drops 58% after the Biden administration closes the “de minimis” tariff loophole, forcing a logistics overhaul and exposing the fragility of its low-price U.S. model.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Saks Global lands $350M in financing to stabilize operations ahead of the holiday season, amid mounting vendor tensions and fallout from its Neiman Marcus acquisition.Brooks Brothers opens a new Lower Manhattan flagship, returning to its roots with a historic 10,000-square-foot store that blends retail and archival storytelling — part of the brand's continued post-pandemic resurgence.Aldi U.S. names Atty McGrath as its next CEO, as Jason Hart moves to Austria to become Group COO of Aldi South.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Costco beats Q3 expectations with an 8% sales jump and nearly 16% e-commerce growth, while holding prices on essentials and rerouting supply chains to reduce tariff exposure.Walmart rolls out new Medicare Advantage tools, including a virtual badge system and AI-driven nutrition insights, aiming to unlock billions in unused OTC benefits and expand its role in healthcare retail.Gap braces for up to $300M in added tariff costs, but holds the line on pricing—at least for now—as it continues a turnaround strategy focused on full-price sales, cost savings, and digital growth.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Victoria's Secret takes its website offline after a cybersecurity incident disrupts both digital and in-store operations — with customer support and order tracking still unavailable.Best Buy beats on earnings but lowers full-year guidance, as rising tariffs and weak demand in key categories prompt price hikes and a shift in sourcing strategy.The New York Times licenses its content to Amazon for AI training — marking a strategic pivot toward monetization, even as it continues its lawsuit against OpenAI and Microsoft.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Macy's beats expectations despite a sales dip, with strong credit card and media revenue, as it leans into vendor partnerships and store upgrades to navigate tariff pressures and reposition for growth.Dick's Sporting Goods maintains its full-year forecast, showing confidence in its performance and future gains from the $2.4B Foot Locker acquisition—despite investor skepticism and DTC disruptions.David's Bridal debuts its “Diamonds & Pearls” concept store, combining exclusive fashion, in-store stylists, Shopify-powered POS, and an expanded product mix in a bold effort to rebrand for a digital-first generation of wedding shoppers.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:McDonald's is shutting down its CosMc's beverage concept, less than two years after launch, but plans to bring some of the drinks and insights from the pilot into its core U.S. restaurants.Aldi U.K. launches a virtual retail work experience program for teens, offering flexible, accessible career education guided by real employees — already attracting over 2,000 participants.Vans reports a 22% revenue drop, dragging down VF Corp's Q4 results and prompting deeper reflection on its brand reset strategy, store footprint, and legacy product mix.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Nike trims its Global Tech team as part of CEO Elliott Hill's broader operational overhaul, which includes rebuilding wholesale partnerships, refreshing its product lineup, and targeting Gen Z through bold collaborations and new retail formats.Sam's Club launches hot pizza delivery, finally answering member demand with $8.98 16-inch pies now available via express delivery—part of a broader omnichannel push that brings the café experience home.Walmart opens a high-tech prescription processing hub in Maryland capable of fulfilling 100,000 orders daily, improving pharmacy speed and accuracy while freeing up pharmacists to focus more on patient care.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Nike rekindles its direct sales partnership with Amazon, signaling a pragmatic pivot to scale its reach while still investing in DTC channels and next-gen digital experiences like Roblox and AI-powered search.Walmart lays off 1,500 workers across tech and advertising as it restructures for speed and agility, all while under pressure from tariffs and political scrutiny over rising costs.Google debuts "AI Mode" for shopping, a groundbreaking experience powered by Gemini that enables natural language search, dynamic product browsing, and even agentic checkout — plus an expanded virtual try-on tool for fashion.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Target lowers its 2025 sales outlook after a rough Q1 marked by falling transactions, DEI backlash, and tariff uncertainty—triggering a C-suite shake-up and a new enterprise acceleration office (whatever the heck that means).Lowe's partners with Mirakl to scale its third-party marketplace, expanding digital assortment and tying loyalty rewards to a growing online product range in support of its Total Home strategy.Simbe upgrades its Tally and Simbe Vision platform, offering retailers real-time, AI-powered shelf visibility and low-stock detection, with new deployments across Harmons Grocery stores in Utah.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Home Depot resists price hikes despite new U.S. tariffs, banking on supplier partnerships and its focus on pros to gain market share while weathering weak demand in big-ticket home projects.Walmart's ad business surges 50%, driven by its acquisition of Vizio and the strength of its retail media engine—now responsible for a quarter of total profits even as tariffs loom large.Urban Outfitters launches “On Rotation,” a curated, lounge-style in-store experience spotlighting Nike and designed to win over Gen Z with discovery, culture, and immersive brand moments.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so 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 Mirakl. In today's Retail Daily Minute:Target expands its Circle 360 membership, adding same-day delivery from 100+ retailers without price markups, as it competes head-to-head with Walmart+ and Amazon Prime.Inflation expectations hit 7.3%, fueled by bipartisan consumer concerns over tariffs, despite stable job growth and mild price increases—signaling a disconnect between sentiment and fundamentals.ShopBack launches in the U.S., bringing a gamified cashback platform with exclusive Amazon rewards, shipping rebates, and automatic promo code tools to inflation-wary shoppers.The Retail Daily Minute has been rocketing up the Feedspot charts, so stay informed with Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, your source for the latest and most important retail insights. Be careful out there!