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Supply chains are facing pressure from every direction, from inflation and shifting consumer behavior to climate-driven disruption and rapidly evolving AI capabilities. For leaders, the challenge isn't simply keeping up. It's figuring out where to focus, how to make faster and better decisions, and how to turn emerging technology into measurable business value.In this episode of The Buzz, powered by MFG.inc, Scott Luton and special guest co-host Tanzil Uddin with Manifest are joined by Dheera Anand, Partner at Bain & Company, to unpack some of the biggest forces shaping supply chain today. They explore the latest challenges at the Panama Canal, changing consumer behavior, and lessons in regional resilience from APAC before diving deep into AI and supply chain transformation.Dheera shares practical examples of how organizations are moving beyond AI experimentation and “pilot fatigue” to create real operational value. The conversation also explores high-frequency decision-making, the importance of choosing the right AI applications, and how AI could reshape integrated business planning through faster scenario planning, continuous monitoring, and an “always-on” approach to IBP. Key TakeawaysPredictability and visibility are critical to resilience. Disruptions such as those affecting the Panama Canal demonstrate why companies need to understand their exposure throughout the supply network, not just at tier one.Consumers are still spending, but they're becoming more value-conscious. Retailers need greater precision around inventory, working capital, automation, and productivity as economic pressures continue.AI's greatest value may be in high-frequency decisions. Thousands of small operational decisions can create significant value leakage when humans simply don't have the capacity to address them all in real time.Moving beyond AI pilot fatigue requires better use-case selection. Leaders should consider data availability, decision frequency, variability, and the consequences of error when determining where AI can deliver scalable value.World-class IBP is a decision process—not a reporting process. Effective IBP should drive decisions, trade-offs, scenario planning, and preparation for what happens when the plan changes.AI could make IBP increasingly “always on.” Faster scenario modeling, automated assumption monitoring, and early-warning signals could move organizations beyond the traditional monthly planning cadence.Not all complexity creates value. Organizations need greater visibility and governance to distinguish complexity that customers value from complexity that adds cost without meaningful return. Supply chain leaders don't need more technology experiments; they need practical ways to turn technology, data, and planning into better decisions. Tune in to hear Scott, Tanzil, and Dheera explore how leaders can move beyond AI pilots, strengthen resilience, rethink IBP, and build supply chains that are better equipped to compete in an increasingly complex environment. Additional Links & Resources:MFG.inc: https://mfg.inc/With That Said: https://bit.ly/WTS-12-Sep-2026Manifest 2027: https://manifestvegas.partners/partners/SupplyChainNowSupply Chain & Logistics Summit: https://bit.ly/SupplyChainAndLogisticsSummit-2026The Panama Canal's New Boss Inherits a Drought and a Bidding War for Transit Slots: https://on.wsj.com/4xW4xYbInflation persisted in August, potentially locking in a Fed interest rate hike: https://bit.ly/4gSLJD83 lessons from Asia-Pacific on regional cooperation in a fragmented world: https://bit.ly/Learning-from-APACThe Buzz APAC Edition for September 9th: https://bit.ly/The-Buzz-APAC-EditionMFG.inc Leadership Training: https://mfg.inc/trainingSupply Chain Now Resource Hub: https://supplychainnow.com/resource-hub/Bain: https://www.bain.com/Dheera on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dheeraanand/Tanzil on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tanziluddin/Upcoming Live Programming: https://supplychainnow.com/upcoming-live-programming/Supply Chain Now Resource Hub: https://supplychainnow.com/resource-hub/Learn more about our hosts: https://supplychainnow.com/aboutLearn more about Supply Chain Now: https://supplychainnow.comWatch and listen to more Supply Chain Now episodes here: https://supplychainnow.com/program/supply-chain-now Subscribe to Supply Chain Now on your favorite platform: https://supplychainnow.com/join Work with us! Download Supply Chain Now's NEW Media Kit: https://bit.ly/3XH6OVkLearn more about Blue Yonder Cognitive Solutions: http://blueyonder.com/cognitiveWEBINAR- Demand Volatility Isn't a Forecasting Problem: How One FMCG Distributor Released Capacity Without Capital: https://bit.ly/4r94YM6WEBINAR- You Can't Manage What You Can't See: Using Visibility, KPIs, and AI to Optimize Logistics Operations: https://bit.ly/4ql6iemWEBINAR- The Real ROI of AI Analytics in the Supply Chain: Better Answers When Everyone Starts Asking: https://bit.ly/3TpCX6uThis episode was hosted by Scott Luton and Tanzil Uddin, and produced by Trisha Cordes, Joshua Miranda, and Amanda Luton. For additional information, please visit our dedicated episode page at: https://supplychainnow.com/buzz-ai-scale-panama-canal-risk-future-IBP-1636 The content in this episode, including all audio, videos, visuals, and graphics, is the property of Supply Chain Now and is protected by copyright law. 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Episode Summary Tuna is far more than a familiar item on supermarket shelves or a staple of sushi menus. More than five million metric tons of tuna are caught each year, supporting a global supply chain valued at more than $40 billion and providing food and economic security for millions of people. The fishery is particularly important to small island nations, where tuna-related income can account for a significant share of domestic revenues. But getting tuna from ocean to consumer involves an intricate global network of fishing fleets, processing facilities, exporters, importers and markets. Different tuna species also serve distinct markets, from canned skipjack and albacore to high-value bluefin destined for fresh and premium markets. Because tunas migrate across national boundaries and entire ocean regions, managing them sustainably requires countries to coordinate through regional fisheries management organizations (RFMOs). The conversation examines how these organizations make decisions, why consensus can be difficult, and how harvest strategies are changing the approach to fisheries management. The recovery of southern bluefin tuna demonstrates the potential of a long-term, pre-agreed management framework: after the stock had been severely depleted, its biomass quadrupled by 2020, ultimately contributing to its removal from the critically endangered list and the fishery achieving MSC certification. With all tuna RFMOs committed to implementing harvest strategies but only 10 of 23 commercially harvested tuna stocks having adopted them, initiatives such as All Tunas 2028 are focused on accelerating progress while encouraging seafood companies, governments, scientists and other stakeholders to become more engaged in fisheries decision-making. Featured Guests Katy Hladki — Senior Officer, International Fisheries Team — The Pew Charitable Trusts Key Topics Covered The global economic, social and nutritional importance of tuna fisheries The complex journey of tuna from fishing vessels to processing facilities and consumer markets Major commercially harvested tuna species, including skipjack, albacore, yellowfin, bigeye and bluefin How regional fisheries management organizations (RFMOs) coordinate tuna management across international waters The challenges of reaching consensus among countries and stakeholders with different interests Harvest strategies as a science-based, pre-agreed framework for long-term fisheries management The recovery of southern bluefin tuna and what its management history demonstrates Why only 10 of 23 commercially harvested tuna stocks currently have established harvest strategies The role of seafood companies, retailers, wholesalers and distributors in tuna fisheries advocacy The All Tunas 2028 initiative and its goal of advancing harvest strategies across tuna fisheries The importance of transparent fisheries data, independent vessel monitoring and stronger compliance The potential impacts of climate and environmental change on fisheries management Key Takeaways Tuna is a globally significant resource. More than five million metric tons are harvested annually, supporting a supply chain worth more than $40 billion and contributing to food and economic security around the world. International cooperation is essential. Because tuna are highly migratory and can be harvested by vessels from many different countries, effective management requires coordination through RFMOs. Harvest strategies can provide greater predictability. By establishing management rules and objectives in advance, harvest strategies can reduce uncertainty and help balance long-term sustainability with economic needs. Southern bluefin tuna demonstrates what effective management can accomplish. After severe depletion, the stock's biomass quadrupled by 2020 under a harvest strategy, and the species was subsequently removed from the critically endangered list. Progress is happening, but adoption remains incomplete. All tuna RFMOs have committed to implementing harvest strategies, yet only 10 of 23 commercially harvested tuna stocks had adopted them at the time of the conversation. Seafood businesses have a role beyond purchasing seafood. Retailers, wholesalers, distributors and other companies can engage directly in fisheries policy discussions and advocate for management decisions that protect long-term supply. Better data and monitoring are critical. Transparent fisheries information, independent vessel monitoring and strong compliance systems can improve both management decisions and confidence in their implementation. The future of tuna depends on broad engagement. Governments, fisheries managers, fishers, scientists, seafood companies and consumers all have a role in supporting healthy tuna populations and resilient seafood systems. Links and Resources Mentioned The Pew Charitable Trusts — Research and advocacy related to international fisheries, tuna management and regional fisheries management organizations. All Tunas 2028 — Initiative focused on advancing harvest strategies across commercially harvested tuna fisheries. Harvest Strategies — Educational resources about modern fisheries management and harvest strategies. [Course] UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) — A free course on harvest strategies The views expressed by external guests on Aquademia are their own and do not reflect the opinions of Aquademia or the Global Seafood Alliance. Listeners are advised to independently verify information and consult experts for any specific advice or decisions.

Sizing may not get the same attention as assortment planning, allocation or inventory optimization, but getting it wrong can have a significant impact on retail margins. When core sizes sell out while others linger on clearance racks, retailers face lost sales, excess inventory and frustrated customers. In this special Retail Remix Deep Dive, host Kate Robertson sits down with James Theuerkauf, VP of Product at Anaplan and Co-founder of Syrup Tech, which Anaplan acquired in 2025. They explore whether sizing has become more challenging — and not because of the high uptake of GLP-1 weight loss drugs — as well as how advances in data and AI are helping retailers make more granular decisions and why better sizing can improve everything from full-price sell-through and customer loyalty to sustainability.Key TakeawaysWhy apparel sizing remains an overlooked source of margin erosion despite its impact on stockouts, overstocks and customer loyaltyHow rapidly changing trends, increasingly complex assortments and shifting consumer preferences are making historical size curves less reliableWhy retailers should be cautious about blaming GLP-1 adoption for broad shifts in sizing demand and instead focus on their own customer and product dataHow advances in AI and granular data are helping planners build smarter size curves while keeping human expertise at the center of decision makingWhy more accurate size planning can reduce overproduction, markdowns and excess inventory while creating a more sustainable apparel supply chainRelated Links⁠Learn more about AnaplanGet more retail industry insights from Retail TouchPointsSubscribe and catch up on all episodes of Retail RemixRead: Torrid, Circana and PwC Executives Discuss How GLP-1s Are Impacting Retail

Bunnings managing director Michael Schneider joined Ross Stevenson and Russel Howcroft to discuss why retailers have condemned the Victorian government’s watered-down workplace protection orders for staff facing abuse and violence, labelling the promised crackdown in Australia’s retail crime capital as a weak response that risks deepening the state’s growing crisis.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Faire de Vroomly une « billion-dollar company ». C'est l'ambition affichée par Alexis Frèrejean pour les cinq prochaines années.L'entreprise, qu'il a cofondée en 2017, devrait atteindre les 100 millions d'euros de chiffre d'affaires cette année. Elle travaille aujourd'hui avec 12 000 garages en France et s'apprête à accélérer son développement en Europe, avec un premier lancement en Espagne.Pour mesurer le chemin qu'il reste à parcourir, il faut d'abord regarder le marché auquel Vroomly s'adresse : celui de l'entretien et de la réparation automobile.Avec Alexis, nous revenons sur les transformations profondes de cet aftermarket. Électrification du parc, réparabilité des véhicules, accès aux technologies, évolution du métier de garagiste : la transition en cours pose directement la question de la place que conserveront demain les indépendants.Nous parlons aussi d'économie circulaire et de pièces de réemploi. Le digital permet aujourd'hui d'agréger une offre historiquement très fragmentée et de rendre davantage de pièces disponibles pour les garages.Puis nous entrons dans le modèle Vroomly. Derrière la plateforme de mise en relation connue du grand public s'est progressivement construit un véritable écosystème B2B : outils de gestion, marketplace de pièces, data et logistique. La vente de pièces représente aujourd'hui 97 % du chiffre d'affaires de l'entreprise.Une mécanique pensée autour d'une même ambition : donner au garagiste indépendant les moyens de rester compétitif face aux grands réseaux et aux constructeurs.Reste désormais à changer d'échelle. Après la France, Vroomly se lance en Espagne avant de viser d'autres grands marchés européens. Avec un objectif : multiplier sa taille par dix en cinq ans et atteindre le milliard d'euros de chiffre d'affaires à horizon 2031.Un épisode pour comprendre comment Vroomly compte passer de 100 millions à un milliard d'euros, tout en accompagnant les garages indépendants dans les profondes transformations de l'entretien automobile.Bonne écoute, toujours sans coupure !Pour suivre Les Digital Doers :LinkedIn | Insta | Facebook | Tiktok | WhatsApp | Site webHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

This episode is brought to you by Lightspeed.The baking aisle has been dominated by the same legacy brands for decades. But Lindsay Hancock, Founder of My Better Batch, saw an opportunity hiding between value-focused mixes and highly specialized products: a premium shortcut that could deliver the taste and experience of homemade without the work of baking from scratch.After helping to build Creative Snacks and eventually selling the company to KIND, Lindsay took what she learned about retail-first strategy and applied it to a new venture. In just a year, My Better Batch has grown from roughly 75 stores to more than 3,500 retail locations and 6,000+ points of distribution. In this episode of Retail Remix, Lindsay joins host and Retail TouchPoints Editor-in-Chief Kate Robertson to share what it takes to break into a crowded category, earn retailer support and, most importantly, turn shelf space into sustainable growth.Key TakeawaysHow Lindsay Hancock identified untapped white space in the baking aisle and built My Better Batch around a new definition of premiumWhy Lindsay chose a retail-first growth strategy and scaled from roughly 75 stores to more than 3,500 locations in just one yearHow distinctive packaging and shelf presence can help emerging brands compete for attention alongside dominant legacy playersWhy relationships, persistence and creative outreach have been critical to My Better Batch's rapid retail expansionHow My Better Batch is turning distribution into long-term growth by investing in brand awareness, trial and sustained shelf velocityRelated LinksLearn more about My Better BatchConnect with Lindsay HancockGet more retail industry insights from Retail TouchPointsSubscribe and catch up on all episodes of Retail Remix ----Ready to make smarter inventory, merchandising and buying decisions? Discover how Lightspeed helps retailers streamline operations, manage inventory and stay ahead of changing customer demand at lightspeedhq.com/pos/retail 

Retailers and staff in Kerry have joined a national campaign calling on Government to cut employers' PRSI in Budget 2027 in order to save retail jobs, as Retail Excellence Ireland (REI), the largest representative body for the retail industry in Ireland, launched its 'Cut PRSI, Keep Jobs' campaign at locations across the country. Jerry spoke to Jean McCabe, CEO Retail Excellence Ireland.

PJ talks to Alex Cunningham of The Irish Examiner who broke the story of people getting strange visits because cowboy vape retailers are putting their address online as a contact point. See also here https://www.irishexaminer.com/news/spotlight/arid-41909575.html Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join Tony and the Jeep Talk Show crew for the Tuesday night Round Table pre-party at 7:30 PM Central. The guys get into whether swapping an old Jeep alternator or power steering pump for a refund is clever parts collecting or just stealing, then debate backing into parking spots versus pulling in like God intended. They also cover the Wolfbox G900 Tri-Pro 3-channel mirror dash cam coming for review on the Gladiator and TJs, plus TJ e-brake headaches and why mom-and-pop shops matter. Timestamps 00:00 – Round Table Intro and Pre‑Party Overview 00:22 – Ethics of Returning Parts for a Refund 02:13 – Dealing with Unintentional Free Items from Retailers 05:01 – Unclaimed Extra Deliveries and Integrity Choices 06:22 – Integrity and Store Size: Big vs Mom‑and‑Pop 08:20 – Decline of Retail Expertise and Rise of AI 13:39 – Cash Flow, Shipping Costs, and Insurance for Small Businesses 16:36 – Integrity and Moral Flexibility within Jeep Community 20:45 – Backing into Parking Spaces: Pros, Cons, and Safety 25:01 – Wolfbox Mirror Camera System Overview 27:23 – Installing and Positioning the Wolfbox Camera System 31:17 – Emergency Brake Adjustments and Coil Challenges 34:50 – Acquiring and Planning Wolfbox Installation for Various Vehicles 44:05 – Closing Remarks and Legal Disclaimer Key Highlights Is returning a similar old Jeep part for a full refund theft or just using the store as your parts supplier? Why backing into a spot can be safer with a spare tire, metal in your neck, or a big truck Wolfbox G900 Tri-Pro 4K three-camera mirror system: mounting, sun visor issues, parking mode, and off-road use TJ emergency brake adjustment struggles and JK cable tricks Big-box store mistakes versus mom-and-pop integrity and cash flow realities If you enjoyed the Round Table, hit like, drop a comment telling us whether you back in or pull forward, subscribe so you never miss a Tuesday night, and visit jeeptalkshow.com for the full archive and merch. Support the Show & Shop Jeep Gear Thank you for watching and listening! If you enjoyed the conversation with Tony, Rick, Bob, Kevin, and Roger, consider checking out some of the great products and upgrades we discussed. WOLFBOX G900 TriPro 3-Channel 4K Mirror Dash Cam View on Amazon Shop official Jeep Talk Show gear and use our Amazon storefront at jeeptalkshow.com/amazon to support the show on the parts you already buy. Every purchase through those links helps keep the interviews, trail talk, and wrenching content coming at no extra cost to you.

Bonjour et bienvenue dans la revue de presse hebdo et audio du secteur retail / e-commerce en France proposée par Les Digital Doers.

The following article of the E-Commerce & Retail industry is: 'Digital Retailers Are Now Media Empires (and Why It Matters)' by Patrick Aedo, CEO - Cofounder, Integrus Consulting Services. 

Il y a encore une quinzaine d'années, le paiement était principalement considéré comme une fonction technique, intervenant à la fin du parcours d'achat. Depuis, l'essor de la FinTech, les innovations technologiques, les évolutions réglementaires et la multiplication des moyens de paiement ont profondément changé la donne.Chez les grands marchands, le paiement est désormais une fonction à part entière. Une fonction défensive lorsqu'il s'agit de lutter contre la fraude, de répondre aux exigences réglementaires ou de garantir la robustesse des infrastructures. Mais aussi offensive lorsqu'elle permet d'améliorer la conversion, d'accompagner le développement international ou de proposer de nouvelles expériences d'achat.Cette évolution pose également un défi aux acteurs du paiement. Les commerçants se développent à l'international, mais les habitudes, les moyens de paiement et les écosystèmes restent très différents d'un marché à l'autre. Comment bénéficier de la puissance d'une infrastructure mondiale tout en répondant à des attentes profondément locales ?Pour en parler, je reçois Matthieu Vermot, Directeur France de Worldpay. Matthieu évolue depuis plus de quinze ans dans les univers de la tech, du digital et du paiement.Nous commençons par revenir sur l'essor de la FinTech et sur la manière dont la place du paiement a évolué chez les marchands.Nous entrons ensuite au cœur du modèle de Worldpay. Présent dans 150 pays et traitant près de 90 milliards de transactions par an, le groupe revendique une approche « Glocal » : conjuguer la puissance technologique et les capacités d'investissement d'un acteur mondial avec des équipes et une connaissance fine des marchés locaux. Matthieu explique comment cette stratégie se traduit concrètement en France et en Europe.Enfin, nous regardons vers la suite. Commerce agentique, achat assisté, nouveaux moyens de paiement, montée en puissance des wallets, account-to-account… Derrière ces innovations se dessine une question plus profonde : dans dix ou quinze ans, utiliserons-nous encore les mêmes rails de paiement qu'aujourd'hui ?Un échange pour comprendre le chemin parcouru par le paiement, les enjeux auxquels sont confrontés les marchands et les prochaines évolutions d'un secteur qui continue de se réinventer.Bonne écoute, toujours sans coupure !Pour suivre Les Digital Doers :LinkedIn | Insta | Facebook | Tiktok | WhatsApp | Site webHébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

A federal judge in L.A. could soon decide on the future of warrantless arrests of immigrants in SoCal. How L.A. County leaders are preparing for a potentially historic El Niño. And how SoCal became a testing ground for fast-growing Asian retailers. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com

A parking trial by Maungakiekie-Tamaki Local Board has doubled Onehunga parking limits to an hour, and some surrounding streets to two hours. As a result, the number of infringements has dropped significantly. Jitu Patel, owner of Onehunga Books and Stationery spoke to John Campbell.

In this GCMA Insights episode of Golf Club Talk UK, Leighton Walker is joined by Tom Brooke, CEO of the GCMA, Scott Reeves, Membership Director at BIGGA, Kirsten McEvoy, Head of Sustainability at England Golf, Mike Gray from Castle Water and Andrew Tucker from Thames Water, for an in-depth discussion about water security and the future challenges facing golf clubs. The conversation begins by exploring why water management has become one of the most important issues facing the golf industry. Tom explains why he believes water security is the single biggest challenge facing golf, with wetter winters, increasingly dry summers, rising costs and greater restrictions all placing pressure on clubs and their ability to keep courses playable. Scott provides insight from the greenkeeping community, discussing hand watering, ageing irrigation infrastructure and the agronomic challenges of managing increasingly unpredictable conditions. Kirsten explains how water has become the biggest sustainability topic raised by golf clubs with England Golf. She discusses the organisation's Water Security Toolkit and the importance of clubs taking a case-by-case approach to understanding their water requirements, infrastructure and potential solutions. The discussion also considers opportunities to work with neighbouring landowners and communities, particularly where water storage could provide wider environmental or flood management benefits. A key part of the conversation looks at the relationship between golf and the wider water industry. Andrew explains the unprecedented pressure being placed on water resources and why golf is particularly visible within that debate. He outlines the need for the industry to move away from reliance on potable, drinking-quality water for irrigation and towards alternative water sources and greater on-site storage, while emphasising that golf is not being singled out but has an opportunity to lead by example. The panel also examines the UK's national water target and the drive to reduce business water consumption. Smart water metering is discussed in detail, with Mike addressing misconceptions around the technology and explaining how better data can help clubs understand their consumption, identify leaks and improve billing accuracy. The conversation also highlights simple measures that can make an immediate difference, from fixing leaking toilets and dripping taps to improving irrigation efficiency. A major theme throughout the episode is the need for better data and greater collaboration. The GCMA, BIGGA, England Golf and the water industry are working together through the Retailers and Wholesalers Group to build a clearer picture of how golf clubs currently use, source and store water. A new industry survey and "State of the Nation" report are also discussed, with clubs being encouraged to participate so that future policy, regulation and investment decisions can be based on robust evidence. The discussion also focuses on how clubs can plan for the future without necessarily committing immediately to major expenditure. The panel considers the importance of taking short-, medium- and long-term steps, from improving irrigation systems and reducing clubhouse consumption to investigating reservoirs, water harvesting and alternative supplies. Kirsten and Tom also highlight the importance of starting this process early, as planning, approvals and funding for larger projects can take several years. The conversation concludes with a clear message for golf club boards, committees, managers and greenkeepers: water needs to become a much higher priority within business resilience planning. While the panel provides reassurance that golf clubs are not facing an immediate loss of their water supplies, the direction of travel is clear. Clubs that start planning now will be better positioned to manage future droughts, restrictions and changing water availability. Whether you're a General Manager, course manager, greenkeeper, board member or committee member, this episode provides an important insight into the future of water management in golf and the practical steps clubs can take to improve their resilience. Useful Links GCMA: https://gcma.org.uk/ England Golf: https://www.englandgolf.org/ BIGGA: https://www.bigga.org.uk/ Connect with Us Instagram: @golfclubtalkuk Golf Club Talk UK: Golf Club Talk UK LinkedIn: Leighton Walker A big thanks to our partners Toro: Toro Himalayas Golf: Himalayas Golf Support us here Buy Me a Coffee Rate & Review If you enjoyed the episode, please leave a 5-star review, subscribe to Golf Club Talk UK and share the episode with your colleagues, board members and wider golf network.

Ottawa is extending the federal excise tax holiday on gasoline and diesel until 2027. Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne says the goal is to help Canadians with the cost of living. But businesses and consumers say the price of gas is still hitting their bottom lines.And: Court filings in a lawsuit against OpenAI and its CEO provide more detail on what happened the day of the shootings in Tumbler Ridge, B.C.. The lawsuits allege that even those with no physical injuries are suffering from what they witnessed in the attack in February.Also: Canadian companies are trying to get a bigger slice of the used clothing market pie. Lululemon is the latest to allow customers to buy and sell pre-owned items on its site.Plus: More comments from Trump on Canada as his trade representative answers questions from fellow Republicans, the Iran-U.S. war is pulling in Arab neighbours — again, and more.

Private label has changed.Store brands used to wait for successful products, create a cheaper alternative, and sit next to them on the shelf.Now? Retailers are building brands of their own—and in some cases, they may not need your brand on the shelf at all.For CPG companies, getting retail distribution isn't enough. You need to build a brand consumers actively demand.Because if shoppers don't care which brand they buy, the retailer has every reason to choose its own.

Private label has changed.Store brands used to wait for successful products, create a cheaper alternative, and sit next to them on the shelf.Now? Retailers are building brands of their own—and in some cases, they may not need your brand on the shelf at all.For CPG companies, getting retail distribution isn't enough. You need to build a brand consumers actively demand.Because if shoppers don't care which brand they buy, the retailer has every reason to choose its own.

In this episode of BRAVE COMMERCE, Rachel Tipograph and Sarah Hofstetter speak with Neela Montgomery, Board Director at Ahold Delhaize and Logitech and former CEO of Crate & Barrel, about what major shifts in consumer behavior mean for brands and retailers. Drawing on a career spent at the intersection of consumers, retailers, and brands, Neela shares her perspective on some of the most meaningful shifts in consumer behavior today and what they could mean for commerce.From the rapid adoption of GLP-1s to growing attention around women's health and menopause, Neela examines how changing needs and behaviors are showing up across the consumer landscape. She explores the ripple effects these shifts could have across categories, how they may reshape what consumers expect from brands and retailers, and where new opportunities could emerge as a result.Key takeaways:Brands need to look beyond the immediate impact of a consumer trend to understand how it could influence behaviors and demand across categories.Product development and messaging should evolve alongside changing consumer priorities, rather than relying on assumptions about what shoppers value.Retailers have an opportunity to better understand consumers through different stages of their lives and create more relevant experiences around their changing needs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A chessboard can teach you a lot about building a business. I talk with entrepreneur and Branded Riches author Neryk Davydov about how chess shaped his approach to sales, branding, money management, customer relationships, and business growth. Neryk shares lessons from selling as a teenager, building a distribution business, creating private-label brands, and developing multiple streams of income. We also explore financial freedom, passive income, customer trust, time management, and knowing when to act fast or study your next move. Neryk believes strong businesses come from understanding people, managing what you already have, and staying ready for the opportunities in front of you. Highlights: 01:57 – Discover how Neryk's early sales experiences began shaping his business mindset. 08:18 – Explore how chess influences the way Neryk approaches decisions and opportunities. 15:57 – Learn a simple system for managing money and building stronger financial habits. 30:30 – Hear how spotting the right opportunity can lead to creating a new product. 38:01 – Discover why understanding the customer matters before trying to make the sale. 48:38 – Explore why money management should begin long before you feel wealthy. About the Guest: Neryk Davydov brings more than 20 years of Marketing, Branding, and Sales experience from a variety of companies like Distributors, Wholesaler, and Retailers. His entrepreneur life has helped 3 other companies to become millionaires before he started his own company because of loyalty. He has grown a company from having 3 reps into 10 reps and causing the company to expand in different territories. Neryk has always been the #1 company income earner and always gave new ideas and product lines to introduce to his company which would quadruple in sales and earned lots of profits for the company. In 2006, Neryk finally opened his own successful company and from that point it was history. The big success started coming when Neryk has invested in his own personal growth and development education learning from Millionaire all the secrets about sales, marketing and branding. One can become rich is when you create your own brand and sell it by the bunches, then you will earn a passive or business income through other people's efforts instead just yourself. Along the way he also started to do Joint Ventures with big companies and CEO's and started to create his own brands and products which went on to become a huge success. He has helped other leading bigger companies to learn lots of skills on branding, and marketing ideas from his products. Neryk has an amazing, passionate, loving wife, Kelly Davydov and two kids Tova and Avichai which was an inspiration to write this book to show that anybody can do anything they want in life when they have their mindset. Now Neryk focus his time on giving back to other Entrepreneur and sharing the secrets to success through helping them Brand their products or themselves from offline marketing to online marketing to see more entrepreneur succeed instead of fail. 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It's back-to-school season! We mark the occasion by dispelling 6 myths about back‑to‑school readiness. Longtime Liberal political staffer Braeden Caley won Monday's federal byelection in B-C's North Vancouver-Capilano riding. Canadians are buying local, but retailers are lagging behind the surging demand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Retailers spend fortunes perfecting the store, then hand the whole experience over to 30 seconds at the counter. In our latest episode, Senior Retail Analyst Lavina Suthenthiran sits down with Jessie Cole, Director of Strategic Planning at Effy Jewelry, and Sandra Ishak, Head of Marketing, Americas at Ingenico, to break down why the physical checkout moment carries as much weight as the first impression, and what it takes to get it right. INSIDE THE EPISODE: - Why the last touchpoint matters as much as the first, illustrated by Effy's cruise ship business, where community-driven checkout experiences bring customers back to the counter even when they're not buying. - How the "peak-end rule" explains why one frustrating moment, like a rebooting terminal or a clunky interface, can erase 45 minutes of great in-store browsing. - Why retailers are now asking Ingenico for operational simplicity and mobile flexibility over raw speed, from managing devices remotely across hundreds of stores to checking customers out anywhere with an NFC phone. - How fixing checkout takes more than new hardware, from Effy's approach of listening to sales associates to Ingenico's emphasis on testing the full workflow before rollout. Listen above to learn how to turn checkout from your store's last afterthought into its strongest loyalty driver.

In this episode, guest host Arlind Rojba is joined by Dan Fertig from SCAYLE and Joe Campagna from Technology Payments Advisors to explore how smarter payment strategies can drive ecommerce growth, improve conversion and customer experience, protect margins, and unlock valuable data. If you're navigating ecommerce payments, you'll walk away with practical insights to turn your payment strategy into a driver of business growth. This podcast is brought to you by Americaneagle.com Studios. Follow this podcast wherever you listen to them! Connect with: Lessons for Tomorrow: Website // Twitter // Instagram // Facebook // YouTube Arlind Rojba: LinkedIn Joe Campagna: LinkedIn Dan Fertig: LinkedIn Resources: SCAYLE Development Services | SCAYLE - Website

Originally uploaded August 14, reloaded August 28th. Jeffrey Mosher welcomes Carson Patten, CCIM, Vice President, Retail Advisor, Martin Commercial Properties, along with Samantha Le, Senior Associate, Retail Advisor, Martin Commercial Properties, They share the latest Martin Commercial Properties Retail Advisory What are you seeing in Greater Lansing's retail market right now, and what is driving the demand you're seeing? Restaurant, service, and experiential businesses appear to be expanding. What types of retailers are best positioned to grow in the current market? Retailers are facing higher construction, tenant improvement, and occupancy costs. How are those costs affecting where businesses choose to locate? With retail vacancy at 17.1%, what are you seeing among properties that are leasing successfully versus those that are struggling to attract tenants? Looking ahead to the second half of 2026, what should retail owners, investors, and business operators be watching most closely? » Visit MBN website: www.michiganbusinessnetwork.com/ » Watch MBN's YouTube: www.youtube.com/@MichiganbusinessnetworkMBN » Like MBN: www.facebook.com/mibiznetwork » Follow MBN: X.com/MIBizNetwork/ » MBN Instagram: www.instagram.com/mibiznetwork/ EAST LANSING, Mich. – Martin Commercial Properties has released its H1 2026 Greater Lansing Market Insights reports, providing an in-depth analysis of the region's industrial, office, and retail commercial real estate markets. The reports show a commercial real estate market that remains stable despite continued economic uncertainty. While inflation, tariffs, elevated construction costs, higher financing costs, and evolving workplace strategies continue to influence decision-making, leasing activity has remained steady and long-term market fundamentals continue to support investment throughout the region. "The first half of 2026 was characterized by thoughtful decision-making rather than rapid expansion," said Van W. Martin, SIOR, CCIM, CRE, President and CEO of Martin Commercial Properties. "Businesses continue to move forward, but they're taking more time to evaluate space needs, capital investments, and long-term operating costs. That's reflected across each property type in different ways." The industrial market remained one of Greater Lansing's strongest sectors, with vacancy declining modestly to 12.3%. However, much of the available inventory remains concentrated within a small number of large vacant facilities, while modern industrial space, particularly in the West Submarket, continues to be in limited supply. Leasing activity was active but driven primarily by renewals and lease extensions rather than major expansions or relocations. About Martin Commercial Properties: Martin Commercial Properties is one of Michigan's leading independent commercial real estate firms, with a legacy spanning over 60 years. Renowned for its unparalleled expertise, influence, and client-centric approach, Martin Commercial Properties offers a complete range of commercial real estate services, including brokerage, property development, property management, investment services, and corporate solutions. Full reports can be found at https://martincommercial.com/marketinsights/ ####

Discover why retailers must track brand mentions in AI engines like Perplexity and Gemini as shoppers increasingly rely on AI for product recommendations. Learn the four key metrics and optimization strategies that prevent lost sales to competitors. More info at https://www.prominentorange.com/ Prominent Orange City: Wanchai Hong Kong Address: Room 2301, Bayfield Building 99 Hennessy Road Website: https://www.prominentorange.com/

Microdramas are the vertical-video soap operas taking over your phone: one- or two-minute episodes stacked 60 deep, full of love triangles, betrayals and cliff-hangers. H. Alan Scott sits down with Newsweek's Lauren Giella and actor Jason Caceres, who has shot more than 100 microdramas since 2023 between roles on Hacks and Criminal Minds, to unpack how apps like ReelShort and DramaBox built an $11 billion industry projected to top $20 billion by 2030. They get into the pay, the six-day shoots and why Marc Jacobs just launched one starring Rowan Blanchard. Somewhere, a former Quibi executive is punching a wall. Subscribe to my newsletter: https://for-the-culture.beehiiv.com Follow me: https://linktr.ee/halanscott See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Amit Chachek spent two decades building award winning visual effects for brands like Walmart and Coke before founding WeR AR, an augmented reality company built to fix the physical retail shelf.His core argument is simple. Retailers know everything about their backroom inventory and everything about the point of sale, but the space in between, the shelf itself, is a blind spot.Amit walks through how WeR AR uses a standard smartphone camera, no robots or fixed shelf cameras required, to let employees detect, verify, and fix shelf issues in real time. He explains the RGIS partnership, how data ownership is split between the platform and the retailer, and why he still believes smart glasses are three to five years from being useful in the enterprise.Listeners get a grounded look at where AI actually helps on the retail floor right now, and where the hype around wearables and robotics still outpaces reality.Website: https://expanio.com/Podcast website: https://expanio.com/commerce-untold-podcast/Eitan Koter's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eitankoter/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@expanioglobalGuest: Amit Chachek, CEO, WeR ARAmit Chachek's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amitchachekWeR AR: https://wer.ioKey Takeaways: • The retail shelf hasn't changed in 100 years, and that gap between backroom and POS data is where retailers are blind • A regular smartphone camera can replace shelf scanning robots and fixed cameras, cutting hardware and ROI headaches • Augmented reality on shelf can cut daily shelf management tasks by fifty to eighty percent • Humans empowered by AR outperform robots because robots can detect problems but cannot execute fixes on the shelf • Vision-language models still can't consistently understand spatial environments from video, which is why smart glasses remain years away from real utility • Winning enterprise retail deals takes one internal champion willing to test in real stores for over a year before wider rolloutChapters:[00:16] Introduction: From VFX to Retail Shelves[01:11] Amit's ADHD Story and the Road to Entrepreneurship[04:20] Leaving Media and Entertainment for Augmented Reality[09:40] How AI Reshaped WeR AR's Roadmap[13:43] Pitching Shelf Intelligence to Store Managers[15:23] Smartphones vs. Shelf Scanning Robots[17:20] The RGIS Partnership and Retail Data Ownership[22:19] Smart Glasses, Qualcomm, and Why Phones Still Win

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This episode is brought to you by Lightspeed.Parents are paying closer attention than ever to what goes into their children's food, but making healthier options accessible at scale remains one of the industry's biggest challenges.In this episode of Retail Remix, Kate Robertson sits down with Katie Marston, Chief Marketing Officer of Once Upon a Farm, to discuss the company's recent IPO, its mission to transform children's nutrition and how it's balancing purpose with growth. Katie shares how the brand is making fresh, organic kids' food more accessible through retail innovation, why refrigerated merchandising has become a competitive advantage and what she's learned about storytelling, leadership and purpose from co-founder and actor Jennifer Garner. Key TakeawaysHow Once Upon a Farm is using its recent IPO to scale its mission of making nutritious children's food more accessible Why the brand's refrigerated merchandising strategy is helping transform the baby food aisle and drive new customer acquisition How Once Upon a Farm is navigating inflation through broader retail distribution, value-focused packaging and programs like WIC Why creating systemic change in children's nutrition requires long-term investment in accessibility, clean ingredients and trusted partnerships What Jennifer Garner's leadership has taught Katie about authentic storytelling, mission-driven marketing and building a values-first brandRelated LinksExplore Once Upon a Farm's fresh, organic snacks and meals for kidsGet more retail industry insights from Retail TouchPointsSubscribe and catch up on all episodes of Retail Remix ----Ready to make smarter inventory, merchandising and buying decisions? Discover how Lightspeed helps retailers streamline operations, manage inventory and stay ahead of changing customer demand at lightspeedhq.com/pos/retail 

Over twenty two thousand consumers contacted the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission's helpline in the first half of the year to report issues with goods and suppliers.Speaking to Anton this morning was Aoibhín de Búrca   Director of Communications and Consumer Information, CCPC.

2026 is again proving to be a tough year for Wellington retailers, but some owners remain optimistic. Rachel Helyer-Donaldson spoke to new Business Central and Wellington Chamber of Commerce chief executive Hayley Horan to find out more.

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We'd love to have your feedback and ideas for future episodes of Retail Unwrapped. Just text us!Retailers keep bracing for the same inflation story to replay, but tariffs, the war on Iran, and an AI-driven integration boom are rewriting pressure points. Tariff uncertainty and the AI data center boom that is consuming construction materials and microchips are quietly driving up prices on everything from cell phones to electronics. Retailers are expected to hold the line on holiday pricing, but a cold winter could spike heating oil and diesel, forcing prices up.  Join Shelley and Dan Altman, author of the High Yield Economics newsletter, as they unpack why the K-shaped economy is persisting, and why diversified supply chains and revenue streams are a survival strategy for retail leaders. Listen and learn why new Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's tough talk on inflation hasn't translated into action, leaving markets guessing about the central bank's real direction and retailers guessing their way into the most important quarter of the year. Guest: Dan Altman, author of the High Yield Economics newsletterFor more strategic insights and compelling content, visit TheRobinReport.com, where you can read, watch, and listen to content from retail industry experts, and be sure to follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram and Twitter.

In this Encore episode of The Voice of Retail, host Michael LeBlanc sits down with Liza Amlani, Chief Merchant and Principal of Retail Strategy Group, who returns to the podcast to share timely insights from her recently released book, "The Material Life: Process Innovation for Retailers and Brands" Recognized globally as a retail thought leader, Amlani brings her two decades of merchandising expertise to a provocative argument: the retail industry has been obsessed with what products it sells, while neglecting how those products are made—a blind spot costing brands both time and money. Amlani illustrates how process innovation begins long before a product hits the shelf. Traditional apparel development starts with a design concept, hunting for materials to match. Her materials-first model flips that dynamic, accelerating time to market, reducing over-development, and eliminating redundant fabric, trim, and colour decisions. She cites examples where retailers were creating thousands of unnecessary material variations—like zippers—without realizing the margin erosion and operational chaos this creates. Throughout the conversation, Amlani explains how silos between merchants, sourcing, materials, design, and marketing teams create a “butterfly effect” where one late-stage decision can unravel deadlines, sample production, and vendor negotiations. Breaking those silos strengthens governance, reduces waste, and aligns teams around measurable outcomes including her Material Adoption Rate (MAR) framework—an accountability tool that tracks how many material developments actually make it into assortments. The episode also explores the rising influence of AI in fabric research and digital product creation, the impact of sourcing regulations emerging in North America and Europe, and how leading brands like lululemon are quietly reshaping their operating models through materials-led go-to-market roles. Amlani argues that brands embracing transparency, vendor partnership, and digital material workflows will unlock significant margin upside at a time when inflation, tariffs, supply chain friction, and fast-fashion disruptors are redefining consumer expectations. Finally, the discussion turns to the road ahead. Amlani urges leaders to rethink the fabric of product creation itself, invest in consumer-centric assortments, and treat materials not as an afterthought but as a strategic asset. For retailers, merchants, product developers, and sourcing teams eager to future-proof their business, this episode is a masterclass in modern merchandising excellence. Presented by Kokek, Canada's Way to Pay. Visit Konek.ca to learn more. Michael LeBlanc is the president and founder of M.E. LeBlanc & Company Inc, a senior retail advisor, keynote speaker and now, media entrepreneur. He has been on the front lines of retail industry change for his entire career. Michael has delivered keynotes, hosted fire-side discussions and participated worldwide in thought leadership panels. He brings 25+ years of brand/retail/marketing & eCommerce leadership experience with Levi's, Black & Decker, Hudson's Bay, CanWest Media, Pandora Jewellery, The Shopping Channel and Retail Council of Canada to his advisory, speaking and media practice.Michael produces and hosts a network of leading retail trade podcasts, including the award-winning No.1 independent retail industry podcast in America, Remarkable Retail with his partner, Dallas-based best-selling author Steve Dennis; Canada's top retail industry podcast The Voice of Retail and Canada's top food industry and one of the top Canadian-produced management independent podcasts in the country, The Food Professor with Dr. Sylvain Charlebois from Dalhousie University in Halifax.Rethink Retail has recognized Michael as one of the top global retail experts for the fifth year in a row, the National Retail Federation has designated Michael as on their Top Retail Voices for 2025 and 2026. Thinkers 360 has named him on of the Top 50 global thought leaders in retail. If you are a BBQ fan, you can tune into Michael's cooking show, Last Request BBQ, on YouTube, Instagram, X and yes, TikTok.Michael is available for keynote presentations helping retailers, brands and retail industry insiders explaining the current state and future of the retail industry in North America and around the world.

Retailers are racing to deploy AI, but what happens when your newest employee knows everything except how your business works? In this edition of 5 Insightful Minutes, Arbor Sejdiji, Founder & CEO of Zenline AI, joins Omni Talk to explain why the key to making agentic AI work in merchandising may come down to one thing: context. Arbor explains why AI agents are like highly educated employees on day one, capable and intelligent but unfamiliar with a company's processes, products, terminology, and decision-making history. He breaks down how “context engineering” can turn years of merchandising knowledge into a company brain, while AI analyzes everything from retail data to TikTok and social media to identify shopper needs, uncover assortment gaps, and accelerate some of retail's most important decisions. Key Topics Covered: • Why an AI agent is like a new employee on day one • What “context engineering” means and why it matters for retail AI • How retailers can turn years of merchandising knowledge into a “company brain” • Why merchandise planning is one of retail's hardest AI problems • How AI can analyze structured data and unstructured sources like TikTok and social media • How Zenline identifies assortment gaps and emerging shopper needs • Why speed matters when turning assortment insights into action • Where retailers can see ROI from AI in assortment planning first • How AI can move from strategic assortment decisions into operational merchandising • Why the hardest retail problems may now be solvable with AI Music by hooksounds.com Sponsored Content

Phillip and Alicia open the back-to-school season with a modern dichotomy: NRF data shows shoppers playing chicken, while Shopify posts a quarter where agentic traffic tripled. PLUS: After a summer abroad in London, Phillip reflects on behaviors unique to U.S. shoppers. Get ‘Em While They're Young Key takeaways: Retailers are manufacturing visible human effort as a hedge against frictionless AI commerce. Play is a form of consumption. Browsing kids are already converting. Back-to-school splits into two camps: early movers and deal holdouts. Shopify's agentic traffic tripled as answer engines are becoming a back-to-school search surface. U.S. share of wallet favors experience, forcing a fusion of retail and hospitality. [00:17:11] Alicia: "When you create these spaces that are conducive to young people, you're kind of creating this magnet moment that ultimately motivates them to shop." [00:28:18] Phillip: "What's really wild about the mini brands thing is…we all complain about shrinkflation, then also buy the mini of something, which is a premiumization of a per-unit cost…We are irrational by nature, and brands would do well to play at both ends of the spectrum." [00:40:17] Alicia: "[Søstrene Grene] almost feels like it's more high-touch because it's kind of imperfect." Associated Links: Check out Future Commerce on YouTube Check out Future Commerce Plus for exclusive content and save on merch and print Subscribe to Insiders and The Senses to read more about what we are witnessing in the commerce world Listen to our other episodes of Future Commerce Have any questions or comments about the show? Let us know on futurecommerce.com, or reach out to us on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, or LinkedIn. We love hearing from our listeners! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cattle herds are at a national low not seen since the 1950s. That's driving up the price of beef for consumers, but it's also affecting the companies that process cows into steaks and burgers. In this episode, why meatpacking plants are shuttering. Plus: Home Depot stays afloat despite a “frozen” housing market, retailers prepare to release quarterly earnings, and interior design is stuck in a “color recession.”Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Read the stories in today's episode:Here's why Home Depot calls housing market "frozen"Retailers should be doing well, despite consumer challengesDespite a slow alcohol retail market, this Wyoming distillery is expandingMeatpacking plants close as U.S. cattle herds shrink to a nearly 75-year lowIs the greige wave here to stay?

Cattle herds are at a national low not seen since the 1950s. That's driving up the price of beef for consumers, but it's also affecting the companies that process cows into steaks and burgers. In this episode, why meatpacking plants are shuttering. Plus: Home Depot stays afloat despite a “frozen” housing market, retailers prepare to release quarterly earnings, and interior design is stuck in a “color recession.”Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Read the stories in today's episode:Here's why Home Depot calls housing market "frozen"Retailers should be doing well, despite consumer challengesDespite a slow alcohol retail market, this Wyoming distillery is expandingMeatpacking plants close as U.S. cattle herds shrink to a nearly 75-year lowIs the greige wave here to stay?

In this episode of Bicycle Retail Radio, Lewis Sherratt, General Manager of Citrus-Lime, discusses the operational challenges facing today's specialty bicycle retailers and how connected technology can help shops improve the customer experience.From inventory accuracy and ecommerce to smarter buying decisions and the future of retail, Lewis shares practical insights to help retailers stay competitive in an evolving market.Contact Citrus-Lime:Patrick Clapp - PatrickC@citruslime.comPatrick Leslie - Patrick.Leslie@citruslime.comSupport the show

The prevailing sentiment within the furniture industry is one of heightened consumer value consciousness, a trend that has permeated various market segments, including those traditionally associated with affluence. I have observed that even consumers shopping at elevated price points are increasingly scrutinizing the justification for their purchases, as articulated by a prominent executive in the sector. This shift, underscored by recent findings from Nielsen IQ, signifies a departure from the conventional narrative of a bifurcated market; rather, it highlights a nuanced consumer behavior where households exhibit a duality in spending, opting for premium products in certain categories while favoring value in others. The implications of this transformative landscape compel us to reassess our merchandising strategies, particularly in the middle market, which is currently under significant pressure. As we delve into the intricacies of this evolving consumer mindset, it becomes imperative to articulate the rationale behind every item on our showroom floors with clarity and precision, ensuring we meet the demands of an increasingly discerning clientele. The dynamics within the furniture industry are undergoing a profound transformation, as illustrated by recent observations from key market players and research findings. The prevailing narrative has long posited a bifurcation in consumer behavior, where affluent customers gravitate towards premium offerings while budget-conscious shoppers seek value alternatives. However, the reality is far more nuanced; it appears that purchasing decisions are not merely dictated by income brackets but are increasingly influenced by individual item assessments within households. This phenomenon, referred to as the 'barbell effect', indicates that consumers are willing to allocate resources towards premium products in certain categories while simultaneously opting for budget options in others. This duality presents both a challenge and an opportunity for retailers who must now critically evaluate their inventory strategies to cater to a more discerning clientele that demands demonstrable value for every purchase. Moreover, the episode delves into the implications of consumer value consciousness amidst a backdrop of rising interest rates and economic uncertainties. Retailers are urged to reassess their merchandising strategies by examining their offerings through the lens of price bands, ensuring that each product's value proposition is readily articulated and compelling. The discussion highlights that a mere reliance on demographic targeting is no longer sufficient; instead, a granular approach that addresses the specific needs and perceptions of consumers is essential. The episode also references significant financial performances from various manufacturers, emphasizing the need for transparency in reporting and the importance of understanding the underlying factors driving profitability. Through a multifaceted exploration of these developments, the episode provides critical insights into the shifting landscape of consumer expectations and retailer responses, urging stakeholders to adapt proactively to avoid being outpaced by a rapidly evolving market.Takeaways:The contemporary furniture market reveals a striking shift in consumer behavior, as even affluent shoppers are increasingly discerning about the value of their purchases, thereby challenging the traditional segmentation of buyers.Recent analyses indicate a notable 'barbell effect' in consumer spending patterns, wherein demand intensifies at both the premium and value tiers, while the middle market experiences considerable pressure.Companies must now adopt a more nuanced approach to merchandising, emphasizing the articulation of value propositions clearly and succinctly to justify price differentials to consumers.The resurgence of nostalgia-driven brands, such as Broyhill, underscores the significance of storytelling in marketing, particularly as the middle market grapples with heightened competition and consumer expectations.Manufacturers are re-evaluating their strategies in light of shifting demographics and market conditions, with some executives advocating for proactive measures rather than reliance on a rebound in the housing market.The imperative for domestic manufacturers is to enhance lead times and operational efficiency, as these factors increasingly dictate consumer purchasing decisions in a competitive landscape.

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This episode is brought to you by Lightspeed.From fiber maxxing and liver health to GLP-1 support and protein-packed everything, wellness trends are evolving faster than ever. For retailers, the challenge isn't just keeping up, it's helping customers separate hype from lasting habits.In this episode of Retail Remix, Kate Robertson sits down with Sharon Leite, CEO of The Vitamin Shoppe, to discuss the findings from the company's 2026 Health & Wellness Trend Report. Sharon shares how The Vitamin Shoppe is identifying emerging trends through social media, supporting customers with trusted education and curated product assortments and using AI to empower associates with science-backed insights. The conversation also explores how wellness priorities differ across generations and why credibility has become one of retail's most valuable assets. Key TakeawaysHow trends like fiber maxxing, liver health and GLP-1 support are reshaping the health and wellness category Why trust, product quality and science-backed education have become critical differentiators in wellness retail How The Vitamin Shoppe is using AI to equip store associates with better research and customer guidance Why Gen Z and Boomers approach wellness differently — from health FOMO to healthy aging How curated assortments, knowledgeable associates and nearly 50 years of credibility set The Vitamin Shoppe apart in an increasingly crowded market Related LinksLearn more about Lightspeed's commerce platform for retailersExplore The Vitamin Shoppe's wellness products, health resources and trend insightsCheck out The Vitamin Shoppe Health & Wellness Trend Report 2026Read: Torrid, Circana and PwC Executives Discuss How GLP-1s Are Impacting RetailGet more retail industry insights from Retail TouchPointsSubscribe and catch up on all episodes of Retail Remix ----Ready to make smarter inventory, merchandising and buying decisions? Discover how Lightspeed helps retailers streamline operations, manage inventory and stay ahead of changing customer demand at lightspeedhq.com/pos/retail 

Retailers want to grow. The question is what they'll pay for the right space.Retailers want more stores. Vacancy remains historically low. And meaningful new retail development is still years away.So what does that mean for the next five years of retail real estate? What are the forces today that are driving the future?At the center of the August What's in Store conversation between CBRE's Karly Iacono and Chris Ressa is a fundamental supply and demand imbalance. Retailers continue to look for opportunities to grow, but the economics of large-scale new development remain challenging. Construction costs, land availability, interest rates and exit values all factor into the equation.But there is one lever that ultimately has to move to make more projects pencil: rent.And that shift is already underway.The question is how far it can go, and what happens along the way.Karly and Chris dig into what rising net effective rents and limited new supply could mean for existing retail real estate, and whether retailers have more room to pay for the locations they really want. They also explore why the physical store has become more valuable to retailers, not just as a place to generate sales, but as a critical part of how brands reach and serve their customers.The changing market is influencing more than rents. Retailers are rethinking the traditional store prototype, using better data to make decisions about where to open, how big to go and which formats make sense in different markets. The result is a much more nuanced approach to expansion, from flagships and large-format stores to smaller concepts, outlets and pop-ups.And as competition for the right space increases, the way deals get done is evolving too. Lease negotiations are changing, retailers are planning their pipelines years in advance, and both sides are looking for ways to move from opportunity to open store faster.Where does all of this lead?The conditions shaping retail real estate today could define the market for years to come. What's changing now, what still needs to change, and what it could mean for the next five years.What You'll HearWhy rents need to rise before meaningful new retail development returnsHow low vacancy is making the right locations more valuableWhy retailers are getting more intentional about where and how they growHow better data is creating more conviction around store decisionsWhy physical stores matter more than the headlines suggestHow the landlord and tenant dynamic is shiftingChapters03:10 - When does new retail development come back?Chris explains why rent, not retailer demand, is the biggest hurdle standing between today's market and meaningful new shopping center construction.05:45 - The rent growth hiding in plain sightFace rents don't tell the whole story as TI packages, retailer investment and net effective rents reshape deal economics.08:36 - Does geography change the development equation?Land availability, Sun Belt growth, interest rates and construction costs determine where new projects have the best chance of penciling.11:12 - The physical store is more valuable than the headlines suggestChris argues that the market still underestimates what stores do for retailers and their relationship with consumers.12:03 - Retail's one-prototype era is overRetailers are using data to make smarter decisions about formats, distribution, clustering and market-specific store strategies.16:41 - What younger consumers reveal about physical retailKarly's New York retail tour with her kids shows how pop-ups, flagships and social media can work together to drive real-world shopping.21:09 - Lease negotiations are moving back toward balanceAfter years of tenant-friendly movement, landlords and retailers are becoming more pragmatic about non-monetary provisions and getting deals done.24:24 - Why the store-opening timeline still needs workRetailers are planning pipelines years in advance because leases, municipalities and multiple decision-makers make timelines difficult to compress.27:02 - The lease provision seeing the biggest shiftUse restrictions have become significantly more flexible as shopping center tenant mixes continue to evolve.29:28 - The local entrepreneur has changedMore founders are thinking about scale, franchising, private equity and monetization before they even open location number one.

Brian Finnegan, CEO of Brixmor Property Group Inc. (NYSE: BRX), joined the REIT Report podcast to highlight the positive environment for open-air retail—supported by consumer resilience and strong tenant performance—and the REIT's ongoing efforts to reposition assets to capitalize on those favorable conditions.Finnegan has served as president and CEO since January and has held a range of positions since joining a predecessor of Brixmor in 2004.Second quarter results showed continued operational strength at Brixmor, with small shop occupancy hitting a new record.“I think the success that you're seeing in small shops is really the fact that consumers are just demanding more of the suburbs…they're demanding higher levels of restaurant, of service uses, and we see that across our portfolio… that consumer demand is leading to us being able to attract great operators at our shopping centers,” Finnegan said.Elevated brands including Sephora, Warby Parker, Williams Sonoma, and Pottery Barn  recognize the traffic that high-quality food and beverage and service “are bringing to complement great anchors at our shopping centers. And we've been a big beneficiary of that,” Finnegan pointed out.Last month, visits to Brixmor centers rose almost 4%, Finnegan said. Retailers are noting the resiliency of the consumer, even if consumers are trading down a little in terms of what they ultimately purchase. At the same time, a focus on value helps Brixmor's off-price tenants including TJX, Burlington, and Ross Stores, he added.Chapters:  00:00 Elevated Brands Arrive00:26 Welcome and Guest Intro00:57 Honoring Jim Taylor01:49 Brian's Path to CEO03:01 Q2 Results and Occupancy04:25 Small Shop Resilience06:01 Hybrid Work Tailwinds06:59 Consumer Trends and Value09:10 Tenant Mix and Grocers10:09 Site Priorities and Outparcels11:28 Capital Allocation Playbook13:44 Market Expansion Strategy14:44 How Brixmor Uses AI16:13 Community Commitment17:41 What Excites Brian Next19:10 ICSC Foundation Goals20:28 Closing and Subscribe

What if the most valuable customer acquisition channel you're ignoring is the one you've always written off as just a discount tool?Agility requires not just adapting to new customer behaviors, but fundamentally re-evaluating long-held beliefs about which channels drive growth and which ones are merely a race to the bottom.Retailers are making big moves into the cashback ecosystem.Today, we're going to talk about the shifting economics of customer acquisition and how they are causing many brands to rethink their channel strategy. To help me discuss this topic, I'd like to welcome, Carolina Paradas, GM, North America at ShopBack.Enjoyed the show? Tell us more at and give us a rating so others can find the show at: https://aglbrnd.co/r/faaed112fc9887f3Connect with Greg on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregkihlstromDon't miss a thing: get the latest episodes, sign up for our newsletter and more: https://aglbrnd.co/r/35ded3ccfb6716baCheck out The Agile Brand Guide website with articles, insights, and Martechipedia, the wiki for marketing technology: https://www.agilebrandguide.comThe Agile Brand is produced by Missing Link—a Latina-owned strategy-driven, creatively fueled production co-op. From ideation to creation, they craft human connections through intelligent, engaging and informative content. https://www.missinglink.company Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Will your boutique be ready for Fall/Winter 2026—or will you be buying yesterday's trends? Before you head to market, discover the colors, silhouettes, prints, denim, shoes, and styling trends expected to define the upcoming season. After visiting 28 trade shows and working with more than 800 wholesale brands, Samantha Conner shares what's emerging on the showroom floor—and how boutique owners can buy smarter before these trends hit the mainstream. You'll learn: The colors expected to dominate Fall 2026 Ways to merchandise and style trends to increase sales Smart buying strategies for your next market trip How to build collections instead of buying random pieces Join The Boutique Hub  ____________________________ Ashley Alderson: Instagram     The Boutique Hub: Website | Facebook | Instagram | Pinterest | TikTok | YouTube

The White House has proposed new tariffs on 60 countries that allegedly aren't doing enough to ban forced labor. Domestic businesses, already burned from last year's trade war, are bracing for more hurt. In this episode, companies weigh early orders against rising costs. Plus: Recent positive inflation data could convince the Fed to hold interest rates steady, Kroger buys Giant Eagle in ongoing effort to unseat Walmart as the supermarket market-share king, and parents sacrifice to put their kids through youth sports.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Read the stories from today's episode: Retailers map out tariff strategiesThe Fed digests an optimistic week for economic dataTraditional supermarkets are struggling. Kroger hopes its Giant Eagle merger will helpBusiness Botox: What it takes to sell a luxury homeYouth sports have turned into a five-figure-a-year commitment for many parents