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retail

Lululemon's Big Move: New Markets in Europe and India by 2026

December 21, 2025

Lululemon is making a big move. They are planning to enter six new markets in 2026. This is a big deal because it is the most markets they have ever entered in a single year. The company is teaming up with local partners to make this happen. First, they are going to Europe. Lululemon will be availa

crime

Staten Island Mall Sees Big Drop in Shoplifting Thanks to Police Team

December 20, 2025

Shoplifting is a big problem in many places, and the Staten Island Mall was no exception. But things are looking up! The NYPD made a special team to fight retail theft. This team has been working hard, and it's paying off. The team started small but grew to 16 officers. They focus on catching repea

crypto

Crypto Comes to French Banks: What You Need to Know

December 19, 2025

Big news in the world of banking and crypto! BPCE, a major French banking group, is diving into the crypto market. They are going to let customers buy and sell cryptocurrencies like bitcoin, ether, solana, and USDC right from their banking apps. This is a big deal because it means more people can ea

finance

Crypto Giant Coinbase Expands into Stocks and Event Betting

December 18, 2025

Coinbase, a major player in the crypto world, is now stepping into new areas. They are adding stock trading and event contracts to their platform. This move is part of a bigger trend where investment platforms are trying to offer more services to keep customers trading with them. Event contracts le

business

U. S. Economy Shows Mixed Signals in Recent Data

December 17, 2025

The U. S. economy is sending mixed signals, according to recent data. The government has finally released some delayed reports, and they show a few worrying trends. For example, the unemployment rate has gone up to its highest point in four years. Also, retail sales didn't grow at all at the start o

business

The Rise of Secondhand Shopping: How Resale is Changing the Game

December 16, 2025

The secondhand market is no longer just about finding a good deal. It's becoming a big part of how people shop. In the past, buying used items was seen as something only for those looking to save money. But now, it's becoming a normal part of shopping, just like buying new things. By 2026, the seco

technology

How Smart Tech is Changing Shopping for Smaller Stores

December 16, 2025

Gartner, a big name in tech research, just put out a guide for 2025. It's all about how shops are using smart tech to make shopping better. This guide talks about how artificial intelligence (AI) is becoming a big deal in point-of-sale (POS) systems. These are the tools stores use to handle sales an

business

Why Women Are the New Focus for Big Retailers

December 16, 2025

True Religion, a denim brand that was huge in the 2000s, is now putting a lot of effort into winning over women shoppers. The brand's marketing chief, Kristen D’Arcy, points out that women have a lot of buying power and are often very loyal to brands they love. Right now, women make up about 29% of

health

Retailers in Trouble for Ignoring Baby Formula Recall

December 16, 2025

Big trouble is brewing for some major retailers. The FDA has sent warning letters to Walmart, Target, Kroger, and Albertsons. Why? They kept selling baby formula that was recalled due to a serious health risk. This formula was linked to a nasty bacterial illness called infant botulism. It's especial

entertainment

Streaming Giants Take Over Empty Malls

December 13, 2025

The American mall is getting a makeover. Netflix, the streaming giant, is stepping in to fill the empty spaces left behind by struggling department stores. The company has opened its first Netflix House in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. This is not just any store. It is a massive 100, 000-square-foo