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Is Square’s Acquisition of Afterpay a Game-changer?
Industry experts react to the companies' announcement as BNPL continues to accelerate and find new…
Managing Fulfillment Pain Points When Entering New Channels
Executives from Oracle NetSuite and Beekman 1802 joined WWD in discussing how to support an omnichannel model…
Back-to-school Shopping Is Staging a Triumphant Return
Consumer research from Deloitte provides insights into the positive consumer sentiment driving this year's…
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Retail Update: Consumers Flocking to Pizza Joints
According to foot traffic data from Zenreach, pizza restaurants "have seen an increase in foot traffic of…
Deloitte Report Reveals the Pandemic’s Impact on New Innovations
The company's survey found the acceleration of ongoing trends in connectivity and technology.
Will Retail Sales Continue to Climb? Survey Says: ‘Yes’
With vaccinations rolled out, WWD asked top consultants to weigh in on the potential for a strong second-half…
Second-Half Outlook: Is the Glass Half Full? Or Half Empty?
Consumers are optimistic, and returning to stores. But the supply chain is struggling.
Yotpo Reaches Unicorn Status With Latest Funding Round
The company commits to helping merchants amid e-commerce's market expansion.
Nextail Says the Future of Fashion Leadership Is Female
Nextail's report says a growing number of women are taking on "the top job."
Businesses, CEOs Now More Trusted Than Media, Government
Business for the first time is seen as more trustworthy and more competent. Meanwhile, trust in any kind of…
Avery Dennison Unveils Film for ‘New Era’ of Supply Chain Transparency
The company's film is a nod toward the growing importance of sustainability and transparency in business.
Fashion M&A Update: Now Is the Time to Buy
Allan Ellinger, founder and senior managing partner of MMG Advisors, sees the current market as ripe for…
Retail M&A Update: Is It Time to Sell?
Andrew D. Postal, managing partner of MMG Advisors Inc., discusses the state of M&A trends in the retail and…
Pandemic-Driven E-commerce, Business Automation Boosts VC Fintech Investments
CB Insights' third annual report spotlights notable trends in the sector.
Vendor Business Strategies to Offset Impact of Retail Bankruptcies
Retail failures are hardest on small businesses that serve big brands. Here's how to mitigate some of the…