Pawan Mehta

Canceled orders, delayed payments: How supplier collaboration could reverse apparel's nose dive

Canceled orders, delayed payments: How supplier collaboration could reverse apparel's nose dive Stakeholders envision a future of shorter lead times, data-driven planning and cooperation with vendors.

Why Ikea Decides Time’s Right To Open Its Own U.S. Malls

Why Ikea Decides Time’s Right To Open Its Own U.S. Malls Ikea is investing €7.3 billion to expand its already-proven, urban Ingka Centres mall concept from 45 to 75 centers by 2025, with plans to introduce its meeting centers in the U.S. soon. Opportunities for a reimagined urban mall anchored and owned by Ikea is explored.

J.C. Penney unveils new home brand

J.C. Penney unveils new home brand The bedding collection launch comes just days after the retailer filed for Chapter 11 and announced plans to "offer compelling merchandise."

Target saw strength in April ‘across our entire portfolio,’ CEO Brian Cornell says

Target saw strength in April 'across our entire portfolio,' CEO Brian Cornell says "We're building market share and I think most importantly ... we built trust with American consumers during the pandemic," Target CEO Brian Cornell said.

Costco is no longer limiting the number of members allowed per card in most of its US stores

Costco is no longer limiting the number of members allowed per card in most of its US stores Costco is no longer limiting the number of members per card allowed to shop in its stores. The warehouse chain previously allowed members to bring only one

JCPenney's bankruptcy is the latest sign that department stores as we know them are dead

JCPenney's bankruptcy is the latest sign that department stores as we know them are dead JCPenney filed for bankruptcy after being forced to temporarily close all of its locations in response to the coronavirus pandemic. But department stores like

Pier 1 is asking for approval to shut down its business and close all its stores

Pier 1 is asking for approval to shut down its business and close all its stores Pier 1 Imports is asking for court approval to wind down its retail operations. The home goods retailer filed for bankruptcy protection in February. But, the

Amazon Is Reportedly Eyeing Bankrupt J.C. Penney As Coronavirus Stokes M&A Activity

Amazon Is Reportedly Eyeing Bankrupt J.C. Penney As Coronavirus Stokes M&A Activity Coronavirus may have slowed consumer spending on many fronts, but it looks like the shakeup may be sending retailers and brands hunting for good buys.

How Macy’s And Wanamaker’s Dealt With Two Pandemics, 102 Years Apart

How Macy’s And Wanamaker’s Dealt With Two Pandemics, 102 Years Apart Will the reopening of Macy’s bring a sense of normalcy back to America’s retail scene? Department stores, such as Philadelphia's John Wanamaker, survived the 1918 pandemic. Can today's department stores survive the current one?

EBAY POACHES A WALMART’S ONLINE EXPERT AS C.E.O.

Ebay poaches a Walmart’s online expert as C.E.O. - Global Retail News On April 27th, Jamie Iannone will take appointment as C.E.O. of Ebay, a pioneer of the Silicon Valley online industry.

RH launches new Beach House brand

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RH launches new Beach House brand | Home Textiles Today RH today unveiled its latest lifestyle brand: RH Beach House, which debuts with more than 100 collections.