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Glossier Partners With Nordstrom For New Pop-Ups -12/6/19
December 06, 2019 08:00 - 4 minutes - 4.2 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your Retail E-Commerce Briefing for today, Friday, December 6th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Glossier has formed a partnership with Nordstrom. Seven of the department store’s locations will feature Glossier You, a fragrance by Glossier, in dedicated pop-up sections through February 16th. First, here are some retail headlines. Record Number of Shoppers Between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday Acc...
Retailers Revamp Staffing As Consumers Shift To Online Shopping - 12/5/19
December 05, 2019 09:13 - 5 minutes - 5.04 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your Retail E-Commerce Briefing for today, Thursday, December 5th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. As online shopping grows, many retailers are revamping their staffing to better keep up in a fiercely competitive retail landscape. First, here are some retail headlines. Paid Social Ads Account for 45% of Online Budget on Cyber Weekend For Cyber Weekend, retailers put 45 percent of their online m...
Growing Beauty Advent Calendar Craze Boosts Brand Awareness and Customer Acquisition -12/4/19
December 04, 2019 14:16 - 4 minutes - 4.36 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. With your Retail E-Commerce Briefing for today, Wednesday, December 4th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Introduction Beauty advent calendars haven’t always been in demand, but as they’ve evolved, beauty brands and retailers are now capitalizing on high consumer interest to drum up new customers for the holidays. First, here are some retail headlines. Lord & Taylor Opens Small-Format Store in NYC At the beginning of t...
2019 Black Friday Recap Edition - 12/3/2019
December 03, 2019 10:42 - 3 minutes - 3.12 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. With your Retail E-Commerce Briefing for today, Tuesday, December 3rd, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Introduction Though some doubted these two retailers would survive in the age of Amazon a few years ago, they headed into Black Friday Weekend as two standouts in retail. First, here are some retail headlines. Peloton Stock Up 21% Since IPO Peloton faired well this Black Friday. The company gained almost 10 per...
REI Opts Out Of Black Friday To Go Outside -11/29/19
November 29, 2019 08:00 - 3 minutes - 3.63 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your Retail E-Commerce Briefing for today, Friday, November 29th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. REI is choosing to Opt Outside on one of the biggest shopping days of the year. Instead of taking part in the shopping craze, the retailer has shut its doors and is encouraging employees and customers to get outside. First, here are some retail headlines. Dunkin' and Homesick Candles Partner Up On Limited...
Walmart’s Jet To Cut Fresh-Food Delivery In New York City -11/27/19
November 27, 2019 08:00 - 3 minutes - 3.54 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your Retail E-Commerce Briefing for today, Wednesday, November 27th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Walmart-owned Jet is ending its fresh-food delivery in New York City. The news is another sign that the site is scaling back. First, here are some retail headlines. Instagram Reveals Curated Collection of Products Instagram revealed a curated collection of products just in time for the holidays. T...
LVMH Acquires Iconic Tiffany & Co for $16 Billion -11/26/19
November 26, 2019 08:00 - 3 minutes - 3.58 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your Retail E-Commerce Briefing for today, Tuesday, November 26th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. LVMH is acquiring iconic jeweler, Tiffany & Co. The $16 billion dollar deal is expected to close in 2020. First, here are some retail headlines. Uber Again Loses License in London For the second time in less than three years, Uber has lost its license in London. According to Bloomberg, the transpo...
Fake Reviews Go Largely Unchecked By Amazon -11/25/19
November 25, 2019 08:00 - 3 minutes - 3.66 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your Retail E-Commerce Briefing for today, Monday, November 25th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Amazon has banned giving away free products in exchange for reviews, but because of Amazon’s size, algorithm, and unreliable enforcement of its rules, many sellers still get away with it. First, here are some retail headlines. GOAT Partners with Brooklyn Nets The Brooklyn Nets and wholesale sneaker a...
Weekend Edition: Michelle Lam from True & Co - 11/23/19
November 23, 2019 11:27 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MBOn this episode Vincent speaks with Michelle Lam, Co-Founder and CEO of True & Co. They discuss the beginnings of True & Co., the current trends in Intimate Apparel, and what plans True & Co. have for 2020. True & Co - https://trueandco.com/
Apple Expands Into The Commercial Music Business -11/22/19
November 22, 2019 08:00 - 3 minutes - 3.07 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your Retail E-Commerce Briefing for today, Friday, November 22nd, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Apple Music is expanding into music for business. The number two music subscription service has been quietly piloting a version of the streaming platform for use in business. First, here are some retail headlines. Airbnb Signs Olympic Sponsorship Deal Airbnb has signed a $500 million dollar deal to s...
Times Square Feels Struggle Of Traditional Retailers - 11/21/19
November 21, 2019 09:54 - 4 minutes - 4 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your Retail E-Commerce Briefing for today, Thursday, November 21st, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Brick-and-mortar retail has taken a hit as consumers turn more toward online experiences. But one iconic landmark has weathered the struggles better than most. First, here are some retail headlines. Warby Parker Launches Contact Lens Line Warby Parker has launched its own line of contact lenses. Wi...
Nordstrom and Rent the Runway Expand Their Partnership - 11/20/19
November 20, 2019 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.77 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your Retail E-Commerce Briefing for today, Wednesday, November 20th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Nordstrom and Rent the Runway are expanding their partnership, bring more drop-off boxes to Nordstrom locations along with offering enhanced services to Rent the Runway members. First, here are some retail headlines. Amazon Now Number One U.S. Brand In a report, Amazon passed Apple and Google as t...
Millennials Are Taking Their Big Purchases Online -11/19/19
November 19, 2019 12:10 - 3 minutes - 3.53 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your Retail E-Commerce Briefing for today, Tuesday, November 19th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Making big online purchases has become normalized for millennials. Now, engagement ring and wedding band companies are driving the trend in the wedding industry. First, here are some retail headlines. 50% of Americans Willing to Gift Used Apparel According to a survey from Accenture, almost 50 per...
Google Restricts The User Information Advertisers Can Access -11/18/19
November 18, 2019 08:00 - 3 minutes - 3.48 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your Retail E-Commerce Briefing for today, Monday, November 18th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. After facing scrutiny over data privacy, Google is making changes to what advertisers can see. First, here are some retail headlines. Wayfair Launches Updated Mobile App with AR Wayfair announced the launch of its updated mobile app featuring an augmented reality tool. According to the company’s press ...
Nike Will No Longer Sell Directly To Amazon -11/15/19
November 15, 2019 11:00 - 4 minutes - 3.77 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your Retail E-Commerce Briefing for today, Friday, November 15th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Nike is breaking up with Amazon. The company announced they were ending their pilot program that began in 2017 to focus on selling more directly to their customers. First, here are some retail headlines. Disney+ Hits 10 Million Sign-ups Disney+ said it has hit 10 million sign-ups since launching in...
How VSCO Girls Are Reshaping The Beauty Industry -11/14/19
November 14, 2019 09:49 - 5 minutes - 4.72 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your Retail E-Commerce Briefing for today, Thursday, November 14th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Is the VSCO girl trend powerful enough to reshape an industry? According to a new study, the beauty industry could be feeling the effects as teens turn away from heavy makeup and toward lighter, more socially-conscious alternatives. First, here are some retail headlines. U.S. Holiday Retail Sales Ma...
Disney+ Struggles With Outages On Launch Day As Demand Swamps Service -11/13/19
November 13, 2019 15:42 - 4 minutes - 4.24 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your Retail E-Commerce Briefing for today, Wednesday, November 13th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Disney Plus officially launched yesterday. While the new streaming service garnered excitement, the much-anticipated debut was marred by technical glitches. First, here are some retail headlines. Alibaba's Singles Day Breaks Record Alibaba’s Singles Day generated a record $38.4 billion dollars i...
Instagram To Test Hiding Likes In The U.S. -11/12/19
November 12, 2019 11:37 - 4 minutes - 3.13 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your Retail E-Commerce Briefing for today, Tuesday, November 12th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Instagram will begin testing hiding likes on the platform in the U.S. The platform says its the latest step to positively impact users well-being. But some have said the change could negatively impact influencer careers, who are a key component of Instagram’s success. First, here are some retail headlin...
Express Debuts New Direct-To-Consumer Brand -11/11/19
November 11, 2019 20:16 - 3 minutes - 2.38 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your Retail E-Commerce Briefing for today, Monday, November 11th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Express just debuted direct-to-consumer brand, UpWest. The company’s new direct-to-consumer brand launch comes at a time when many online companies like Allbirds, Casper, and Glossier, have garnered success. First, here are some retail headlines. Gap Inc. CEO Departing Long-time Gap Inc. CEO and Preside...
Walmart Gaining Ground In Battle With Amazon -11/08/19
November 08, 2019 08:00 - 3 minutes - 3.45 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your Retail E-Commerce Briefing for today, Friday, November 8th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. A recent survey revealed that Walmart could be gaining ground against Amazon. Prime memberships are dwindling and 55 percent of survey respondents said they prefer to shop at Walmart versus Amazon. First, here are some retail headlines. Brilliant Earth Opens Philadelphia Location Ethically-sourced, di...
Bow & Drape Acquired By Win Brands Group -11/7/19
November 07, 2019 16:10 - 4 minutes - 3.98 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your Retail E-Commerce Briefing for today, Thursday, November 7th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Bow & Drape has been acquired by Win Brands Group. Bow & Drape will join a growing portfolio that includes Homesick Candles and Stowaway Cosmetics. First, here are some retail headlines. The RealReal Reports Jump in Revenue Online luxury goods reseller, The RealReal, reported a jump in quarterly reven...
Old Navy Pilots Size Yes Concept Stores -11/06/19
November 06, 2019 08:00 - 5 minutes - 4.99 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your Retail E-Commerce Briefing for today, Wednesday, November 6th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Old Navy is piloting Size Yes concept stores that sell clothing at prices that don’t vary between sizes of the same item. While the concept is temporary, the company indicated that the pilot is part of a chain-wide initiative to promote size diversity and inclusion. First, here are some retail headli...
Google Acquires Popular Fitness Products Company, FitBit -11/05/19
November 05, 2019 08:00 - 4 minutes - 4.29 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your Retail E-Commerce Briefing for today, Tuesday, November 5th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Google just pushed further into a competitive wearables market with its recent acquisition of Fitbit. The $2 billion dollar deal is expected to close next year. First, here are some retail headlines. Lululemon Invests in Mirror Lululemon is now an investor in technology startup, Mirror. Mirror, which sel...
Amazon Debuts Free Grocery Delivery -11/04/19
November 04, 2019 08:00 - 4 minutes - 3.82 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your Retail E-Commerce Briefing for today, Monday, November 4th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Amazon announced they cut the $14.99 monthly fee for two-hour grocery delivery for Prime members. The move comes at a time when next-day shipping costs have cut into the giant’s profits. It also further positions the retailer as a go-to grocery provider as they work to build out their brick-and-mortar groc...
One-Day Shipping Eats Away At Amazon’s Profits - 10/28/19
October 28, 2019 07:00 - 3 minutes - 3.7 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your Retail E-Commerce Briefing for today, Monday, October 28th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Amazon’s third-quarter earnings fell short. The new free one-day shipping initiative is eating into the retail giant’s profits, but the move could pay off in the long run. First, here are some retail headlines. Apple Pay to Become Most Popular Mobile Payment Method This Year Apple Pay this year will...
Voice-Enabled Purchases Are On The Rise - 10/25/19
October 25, 2019 16:16 - 3 minutes - 3.22 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your Retail E-Commerce Briefing for today, Friday, October 25th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. With voice-enabled devices like Amazon’s Echo Dot growing in popularity, more consumers are using the devices to make purchases. A report revealed that purchases with the voice-enabled tech could play a growing role in e-commerce. First, here are some retail headlines. Brooklinen Launches Marketplace ...
Nordstrom Opens New Flagship Store In Manhattan -10/24/19
October 24, 2019 14:39 - 4 minutes - 4.07 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your E-Commerce Retail Briefing for today, Thursday, October 24th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Nordstrom has opened a new flagship store in Manhattan, but the big unveil comes at a shaky time for New York retail. First, here are some retail headlines. Amazon Adding More Locations to Hub Counter Program Amazon is adding more package pick-up locations through its Amazon Hub Counter program. The lat...
Brandless Expanding Into Brick-And-Mortar -10/23/19
October 23, 2019 19:45 - 4 minutes - 4.28 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your E-Commerce Retail Briefing for today, Wednesday, October 23rd, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Digitally-native company, Brandless, is expanding into new territory. One component of a broader plan for the company going into 2020, is to have Brandless products on the shelves of major national retailers. According to the CEO, one unnamed major retailer has already signed onto the plan. First, he...
Walgreens Launches Pilot Of On-Demand Drove Delivery -10/22/19
October 22, 2019 13:20 - 3 minutes - 3.48 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your E-Commerce Retail Briefing for today, Tuesday, October 22nd, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Walgreens is officially piloting on-demand drone delivery. Eligible customers in designated delivery zones can now receive select packages via drone delivery. Walgreen is conducting the pilot in partnership with Wing Aviation. First, here are some retail headlines. Casper Sleep Working on IPO According...
Authentic Brands Group Bids On Barneys -10/21/19
October 21, 2019 21:41 - 4 minutes - 4.23 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your E-Commerce Retail Briefing for today, Monday, October 21st, I'm Vincent Phamvan. The future of Barneys still remains unclear, but a bid from Authentic Brands Group could see the luxury retailer end up in Saks Fifth Avenue stores. The plan would entail licensing the brand to Saks Fifth Avenue. Saks would install Barneys departments in some of its stores, as well as run its website. F...
Weekend Edition: Matt Wadiak, Former Co-Founder of Blue Apron and Founder and CEO of Cooks Venture -10/19/19
October 19, 2019 10:33 - 28 minutes - 25.9 MBCooks Venture: https://cooksventure.com/
Trial Mall of the Future, Hudson Yards, Sees Success In First Year - 10/18/19
October 18, 2019 07:00 - 2 minutes - 2.76 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your E-Commerce Retail Briefing for today, Friday, October 18th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Mega-mall, Hudson Yards, was met with skepticism. As more shoppers turn to the internet, many doubted the experiential new mall would find success. First, here are some retail headlines. Juul Slapped With Wrongful-Death Vaping Suit Juul has been at the center of controversy as vaping linked deaths hav...
Amazon Gives Google A Run For Its Search Ad Money -10/17/19
October 17, 2019 09:09 - 5 minutes - 4.71 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your E-Commerce Retail Briefing for today, Thursday, October 17th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Google has been the powerhouse in search ads for years, but a new forecast predicts Amazon will continue to chip away at its dominance. The retail giant has continued to optimize its ad functions and has experienced major growth in the past few years. First, here are some retail headlines. DoorDash Opens...
Amazon Ups The Ante In Fast, Free Shipping -10/16/19
October 16, 2019 07:00 - 4 minutes - 4.48 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your E-Commerce Retail Briefing for today, Wednesday, October 16th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Retailers are facing another big hit from Amazon. The retail giant has now made cheap, single-item purchases available to customers with the option for free one-day shipping. The convenience for shoppers is unmatched, but the change could add to the concerns that Amazon engages in anticompetitive behavi...
American Brands Losing Popularity In China -10/15/19
October 15, 2019 07:00 - 3 minutes - 3.67 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your weekly briefing. Introduction With your E-Commerce Retail Briefing for today, Tuesday, October 15th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. America is increasingly losing the Chinese shopper. China was once viewed by American brands as a land of opportunity. Now, Chinese consumers are looking more to local brands as Chinese brands grow stronger and political controversy plagues American brand’s relationships with the country. First, here ar...
Self-Checkout Technology Increases Retailer’s Risk Of Theft -10/14/19
October 14, 2019 07:00 - 5 minutes - 4.95 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your weekly briefing. Introduction With your E-Commerce Retail Briefing for today, Monday, October 14th, I'm Vincent Phamvan. With self-checkout technology becoming more widespread, theft is also on the rise for retailers. According to a report, theft accounts for 4 percent of most retailer’s inventory. But the cost-effectiveness of self-checkout seems to trump the rise in stolen inventory. First, here are some retail headlines...
Weekend Edition: Scott Tannen from Boll & Branch -10/12/19
October 12, 2019 07:00 - 19 minutes - 17.8 MBOn this episode Vincent speaks with Scott Tannen, co-founder and CEO of Boll & Branch. Boll & Branch isn't your average home goods company. The direct to consumer bedding brand is on a mission to change the world. Every single product is made with sustainability in mind and has been ethically sourced in order to make a difference.
Outlet Malls Finally Embrace Growing Online Shopping Trend -10/11/19
October 11, 2019 16:00 - 4 minutes - 3.82 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your weekly briefing. Introduction With your E-Commerce Retail Briefing for today, Friday, October 11th, 2019, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Are outlets finally moving online? Outlet mall selections that were previously only available at brick-and-mortar locations. Now one of the largest mall owners, Simon Property Group, has launched a website, shop premium outlets.com, where brands from Vince to Under Armour offer their outlet goods fo...
Bonobos Lays Off Employees During Walmart’s E-Commerce Strategy Shift - 10/10/19
October 11, 2019 00:28 - 3 minutes - 3.63 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your weekly briefing. Introduction With your E-Commerce Retail Briefing for today, Thursday, October 10th, 2019, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Walmart is making moves as they shift their e-commerce strategy. After recently acquiring several digitally-native brands that have yet to be profitable, the company is cutting back. The retailer sold ModCloth and now Walmart-owned Bonobos are laying off dozens of employees this week. First, here...
2019 Holiday Trends And News - Part 2 -10/9/19
October 09, 2019 12:25 - 4 minutes - 4.15 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your E-Commerce Retail Briefing for today, Wednesday, October 9th, 2019, I'm Vincent Phamvan. According to a report from Coresight Research, holiday shopping could become less important for retailers. Ease of online shopping and constant deals throughout the year are taking shopper spend away from the months of November and December. First, here are some retail headlines. Holiday Spending...
2019 Holiday Trends And News - Part 1 - 10/8/19
October 08, 2019 18:33 - 4 minutes - 4.25 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your E-Commerce Retail Briefing for today, Tuesday, October 8th, 2019, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Consumers are becoming increasingly concerned with the environmental and social impact of their purchases. Could the responsible retail trend affect holiday shopping this year? According to a survey, 45 percent of shoppers would be more likely to buy products from companies that addressed wider socia...
Google Unveils New Google Shopping, Google Lens Features - 10/7/19
October 08, 2019 00:26 - 4 minutes - 4.05 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your weekly briefing. Introduction With your E-Commerce Retail Briefing for today, Monday, October 7th, 2019, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Google is revamping its e-commerce efforts. New updates to Google Shopping and Google Lens reveal that the tech giant is positioning itself as a top choice in the midst of competition from Amazon and other platforms. First, here are some retail headlines. Kardashian-Jenner Family Enters Resale Mark...
Weekend Edition: Matt Hayes from Leesa -10/05/19
October 05, 2019 07:00 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MBOn this episode Vincent speaks with Matt Hayes, VP of eCommerce and one of the founders of Leesa. Leesa has quickly become one of the top direct to consumer mattress brands in the industry.
UPS Hits Milestone In Drone Delivery - 10/4/19
October 04, 2019 15:29 - 4 minutes - 4.24 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your weekly briefing. Introduction With your E-Commerce Retail Briefing for today, Friday, October 4th, 2019, I'm Vincent Phamvan. UPS has hit a milestone in drone delivery. The shipping company has received the first broad approval from the FAA. UPS plans to start using the drone approval for package deliveries to hospital campuses. First, here are some retail headlines. Neiman Marcus Expanding Beautry Wellness Category Neim...
Pop-Ups Earn Place In Retailer’s Strategy - 10/3/19
October 03, 2019 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.75 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your daily briefing. Introduction With your E-Commerce Retail Briefing for today, Thursday, October 3rd, 2019, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Pop-ups have shifted into a useful retail strategy. Previously, most pop-ups were used as experiential marketing exploits, fashion-week stunts, or e-brands making their first leap to brick-and-mortar. Now major brands and retailers are using the short-term commitment of pop-ups to test locations or ...
Amazon Moving Forward With Grocery Chain -10/2/19
October 02, 2019 10:36 - 3 minutes - 3.48 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your weekly briefing. Introduction With your E-Commerce Retail Briefing for today, Wednesday, October 2nd, 2019, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Amazon is reportedly moving forward with plans for its own U.S. grocery chain. The retail giant has been signing dozens of leases in the Los Angeles area and also has plans to open early outposts in Chicago and Philadelphia. First, here are some retail headlines. Tilly's Adds Executive VP and C...
Dick’s Sporting Goods Is Turning To Women To Fuel New Growth - 10/1/19
October 01, 2019 05:08 - 4 minutes - 3.95 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your weekly briefing. Introduction With your E-Commerce Retail Briefing for today, Tuesday, October 1st, 2019, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Dick’s Sporting Goods is shifting their focus. After hitting a sales slump, the retailer is now building out its private label brands and targeting the health-conscious woman to fuel new growth. First, here are some retail headlines. Foot Locker Invests in NTWRK Foot Locker announced their invest...
Best Buy Pushes Into Health Care Industry - 9/30/19
September 30, 2019 16:05 - 4 minutes - 3.8 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your weekly briefing. Introduction With your E-Commerce Retail Briefing for today, Monday, September 30, 2019, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Best Buy is making moves into the health care space. The industry leaves a lot of room for disruption, with health care being a pain point for many customers. The company’s plan will include selling everything from fitness machines to health-monitoring services for seniors. The strategy could see Be...
Allbirds Looking Into Legal Action Against Amazon - 9/27/2019
September 27, 2019 18:48 - 5 minutes - 5 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your weekly briefing. Introduction With your "Retail and E-Commerce Briefing" for today, Friday, September 27, 2019, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Allbirds co-CEO said they are looking into legal action against Amazon. His statements come on the heels of revelations that Amazon is selling shoes similar to one of their popular styles for half the price. He admits that in the business of fashion, copycats are something you come across. Bu...
After Poor Performance, Ascena Considers Selling Lane Bryant, Catherine’s - 9/26/19
September 26, 2019 07:00 - 4 minutes - 3.8 MBFrom the Simplr studios in San Francisco, this is your weekly briefing. Introduction With your E-Commerce Retail Briefing for today, Thursday, September 26, 2019, I'm Vincent Phamvan. Ascena Retail Group is facing more trouble after poor performance of almost all its brands. According to Bloomberg, the company is in discussions to sell its plus brands Lane Bryant and Catherine’s. A sale would mean a huge cut to Ascena’s empire, which currently has over 3,500 stores and would c...