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Nordics recovery continues to pick up pace

Macy's is coming up for air, topping earnings estimates and delivering the best comparable sales jump in 12 consecutive quarters. With $4.8 billion in net sales, the retail company exceeded the company's guidance, raising its full-year financial guidance after cutting it earlier this year, the company announced in its second quarter earnings report. In addition to is namesake brand, Bloomingdale's and Bluemercury, both owned by Macy's, also saw comparable sales growth for a 4th and 18th consecutive quarter respectively.

Monday, September 1, 2025, is Labor Day, which is one of 12 official federal holidays in the United States. The day is observed on the first Monday of every September. Labor Day celebrates the labor movement in the United States and the contributions that workers of all stripes make to the country, to companies, and to the economy. It recognizes that America would not be the economic powerhouse that it is without the average worker.

The Floor & Decor brand is bolstered by a local focus that allows us to create a store experience and mix of products that meet the needs of each market we serve. We empower our store managers, or chief executive merchants, to create a local shopping experience.

FatFace confirmed it will be shuttering 23 stores in the United States and Canada due to economic uncertainty and increased costs that made the physical store model unviable.

Two major high street chains, Next and Matalan, have recalled items from their Miss Summer clothing range due to a risk of strangulation from decorative cords that exceed permissible lengths.

Target and Ulta Beauty are ending their years-long partnership, which has included over 600 Ulta mini-beauty shops in Target stores since 2021 and online merchandise.

Shein's UK sales surged by nearly a third last year to reach £2bn, delivering a major profit boost for the retailer as it tightens its grip on the British clothing market.

Amazon is developing a super-center shopping experience that combines groceries and general merchandise, targeting consumers who currently shop at multiple retailers for their needs.

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Shoppers have alternatives, so curating the perfect customer experience requires attention to branding and customer touchpoints, including the critical role of kiosks in retail.

In New York City's Times Square, tm:rw is a 20,000-square-foot tech retail space for "founders, inventors, and visionaries who believe in shaping what's next."

Ruby Liu signed deals with Hudson's Bay in May to buy up to 28 leases across Canada belonging to the defunct retailer and its sister banner Saks.