Latest news and updates from the global retail industry, including store operations, retail technology adoption, infrastructure developments, hardware launches, and regulatory changes.
7-Eleven plans to close over 600 stores across the US, Canada and Mexico in its North American store network reshaping, alongside 200 new openings and a focus on food-led formats.
Walmart and Amazon retain the top two positions in the 2026 global retail rankings, with European retailers strengthening their presence as market conditions reshape the industry.
Walmart introduces La Roche-Posay skincare products in 1,460 stores, expanding its beauty offering with in-store pharmacist consultations and a focus on accessible premium skincare.
American Exchange Group will acquire Allbirds in a deal valued at 39 million, as the footwear brand shifts away from its public business model following declining revenue and store closures.
Hagar launches a digital loyalty programme powered by PassEntry, enabling tap-based rewards, real-time redemption and wallet integration directly at checkout without apps or QR codes.
Scotmid Co-op rolls out 4POS hybrid checkout systems across its stores to reduce theft, improve checkout efficiency and enhance customer experience through assisted self-checkout technology.
Gap is introducing AI-powered sizing and enabling checkout through Google Gemini and AI search, aiming to improve fit accuracy and streamline the online shopping experience.
Target is lowering prices on more than 3,000 items across apparel, home and essentials as part of a spring promotion aimed at attracting value-focused shoppers and boosting store traffic.
Tesco Clubcard, Leon Club and Pret Perks rank as the UK’s top retail loyalty programmes, according to the Retail Loyalty Index. The report highlights key drivers of customer loyalty and its impact on retail revenue.
lululemon opens its first store in Warsaw, Poland, reaching 100 locations across EMEA. The expansion highlights the retailer’s ongoing growth strategy in Europe and key urban markets.
Australian fashion brand Petal & Pup is accelerating U.S. expansion after a successful Nordstrom partnership. The digitally native label plans launches with Dillard’s and Von Maur while strengthening casualwear offerings to capture everyday demand.
Kohl’s is betting on pricing changes, private labels, and store optimization instead of major closures. But after another weak quarter, analysts say the retailer’s turnaround strategy must go further to compete with rivals like Target.