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Retail Daily Minute

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Omni Talk Retail's Anne Mezzenga and Chris Walton bring you the day's top retail headlines. And, by that, we mean only the top headlines that two former retail executives think are worth your time.

Episodes

Grabango Shuts Down, Weis Markets Thrives with Amazon, and Ulta Beauty Launches Wellness Platform

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs , Ownit AI , and Mirakl . In today's Retail Daily Minute: Grabango Shuts Down : The cashierless tech pioneer closes its doors, leaving retailers like Aldi and 7-Eleven reevaluating their automated checkout strategies. Weis Markets & Amazon Partnership : Weis Markets leverages Amazon’s e-commerce expertise, boosting order accuracy and expanding its customer base through 23 locations, while benefiting from third-party d...

Oct 14, 20246 minSeason 1Ep. 220

U.S. Economic Uncertainty, JD Sports’ Pre-Owned Sneaker Program, and More Amazon Go Store Closures

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs , Ownit AI , and Mirakl . In today's Retail Daily Minute: Economic Insights : The U.S. economy presents mixed signals as inflation rises modestly, while jobless claims surge. The Federal Reserve faces challenges balancing inflation control with labor market shifts. JD Sports Launches Re JD Program : JD Sports introduces a second-hand sneaker platform offering pre-owned sneakers at discounted prices, promoting sustainabili...

Oct 11, 20246 minSeason 1Ep. 219

Home Depot’s Corporate Work-In-Store Mandate, Spirit Halloween’s Spirit Christmas, and Amazon’s AI Shopping Guides

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs , Ownit AI , and Mirakl . In today's Retail Daily Minute: Home Depot Requires Corporate Staff Store Shifts : Home Depot will mandate all corporate employees, including senior management, to work retail shifts quarterly, aiming to bridge the gap between corporate and store operations. Spirit Halloween Launches ‘Spirit Christmas’ : Spirit Halloween is extending its seasonal reach with festive ‘Spirit Christmas’ pop-up store...

Oct 10, 20244 minSeason 1Ep. 218

Kroger’s New Disney Streaming Perk, NRF Delays Shrink Report, and Walmart Expands Pet Care Services

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs , Ownit AI , and Mirakl . In today's Retail Daily Minute: Kroger Boost Adds Disney Streaming Options : Kroger enhances its Boost membership program by offering Disney+, Hulu, or ESPN+ subscriptions, adding entertainment value to its shopping benefits. NRF Changes Reporting Focus : The National Retail Federation will no longer publish its annual retail shrink report, instead addressing pressing issues like retail theft and...

Oct 09, 20246 minSeason 1Ep. 217

Sam’s Club's All-Digital Store, Whole Foods Adjusts Tech Strategy, and McDonald’s Introduces the Chicken Big Mac”

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs , Ownit AI , and Mirakl . In today's Retail Daily Minute: Sam’s Club All-Digital Store : Sam’s Club is launching its first checkout-free store in Dallas, powered by the Scan & Go app, with expanded e-commerce integration and futuristic food services like pizza-making robots. Whole Foods Opts Out of Amazon’s Just Walk Out Tech : Whole Foods will not implement Amazon’s Just Walk Out technology in its new Daily Shop stor...

Oct 08, 20246 minSeason 1Ep. 216

Kohl’s Revives Babies R Us Registry, Poshmark Adjusts Seller Fees, and Google Enhances Visual Shopping for the Holidays

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs , Ownit AI , and Mirakl . In today's Retail Daily Minute: Kohl’s and Babies R Us Partnership : Kohl’s is bringing back the Babies R Us baby registry with new in-store partnerships and exclusive perks for expectant families, offering a streamlined and family-friendly shopping experience. Poshmark Reduces Seller Fees : Poshmark has introduced a new tiered fee structure to improve seller profits, following trends in the resa...

Oct 07, 20247 minSeason 1Ep. 215

Amazon’s Visual Search Innovations, Whatnot’s Livestream Success, and Walmart Expands Cancer Care Program

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs , Ownit AI , and Mirakl . In today's Retail Daily Minute: Amazon Enhances Visual Search Features : Amazon introduces new AI-powered visual search tools, making it easier for shoppers to find products quickly and accurately, while increasing global visual search queries by 70%. Whatnot Thrives in Livestream Shopping : Whatnot’s livestream marketplace, popular among collectors, reaches $2 billion in GMV, driven by collectib...

Oct 04, 20246 minSeason 1Ep. 214

Nike’s Revenue Decline, Champion’s New Ownership, and Lego’s Creative Expansion

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs , Ownit AI , and Mirakl . In today's Retail Daily Minute: Nike reports a 10% revenue decline, particularly in its digital and direct-to-consumer (DTC) operations, prompting a reevaluation of strategies as it transitions to new leadership. Authentic Brands Group completes a $1.2 billion acquisition of Champion, planning to expand the athletic wear brand’s global reach and enhance its presence across multiple markets. Lego ...

Oct 03, 20246 minSeason 1Ep. 213

CVS Job Cuts, Walmart’s New Job Hubs, and Giant Eagle’s Flybuy Delivery Upgrades

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs , Ownit AI , and Mirakl . In today's Retail Daily Minute: CVS Announces Layoffs : CVS Health is cutting nearly 3,000 corporate jobs as part of a $2 billion cost-saving initiative, aiming to enhance operational efficiency and invest in technology. Walmart and Manpower’s Job Hubs : Walmart teams up with Manpower to launch in-store job hubs, offering local community members employment opportunities directly within select sto...

Oct 02, 20245 minSeason 1Ep. 212

Walmart’s Affluent Shopper Surge, JCPenney’s Struggles, and Spirit Halloween’s On-Demand Delivery

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs , Ownit AI , and Mirakl . In today's Retail Daily Minute: Walmart’s Online Grocery Growth : Affluent households have significantly boosted Walmart’s online grocery platform, setting the retailer apart from its competitors as it captures a larger share of e-commerce grocery dollars. J.C. Penney’s Tough Quarter : J.C. Penney reports a challenging Q2 with declining sales and net losses, as the retailer navigates economic pre...

Oct 01, 20246 minSeason 1Ep. 211

Klarna Expands Into Physical Retail, Target Launches Innovative Footwear, and Party City Slashes Prices for the Holidays

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs , Ownit AI , and Mirakl . In today's Retail Daily Minute: Klarna’s “buy now, pay later” services are now available at over 450,000 Adyen payment terminals globally, bringing flexible payment options directly to in-store shoppers and expanding its footprint beyond e-commerce. Target teams up with renowned sneaker designer Dr. D’Wayne Edwards to introduce Ünos by Sz, a revolutionary line of shoes that adjust with the wearer...

Sep 30, 20246 minSeason 1Ep. 210

Lowe’s Rewards Week, Meta’s Orion AR Glasses, and Kroger’s Customer Appreciation Event

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs , Ownit AI , and Mirakl . In today's Retail Daily Minute: Lowe’s introduces its first-ever My Lowe’s Rewards Week, offering up to 40% off on select items for loyalty members from October 10-16. Meta unveils its cutting-edge Orion augmented reality glasses, pushing the boundaries of wearable tech. As Kroger faces regulatory scrutiny over its merger with Albertsons, it launches a promotional campaign offering significant di...

Sep 27, 20246 minSeason 1Ep. 209

DoorDash’s Digital Product Expansion, Fytted’s Virtual Fitting Room, & Stitch Fix’s Strategic Transformation Check-In

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs , Ownit AI , and Mirakl . In today's Retail Daily Minute: DoorDash introduces a comprehensive suite of digital solutions designed to empower retailers with enhanced business operations, from delivery integrations to AI-powered ordering systems, emphasizing its commitment to supporting local merchants and increasing profitability. Fytted’s innovative AI-powered virtual fitting room tool, now available on mobile, helps reta...

Sep 26, 20246 minSeason 1Ep. 208

Port Strike Bananageddon, Costco’s Unique Retail-Residential Project, and Rent the Runway’s MOA Winter Pop-Up

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs , Ownit AI , and Mirakl . In today's Retail Daily Minute: A potential strike by 45,000 dockworkers could severely disrupt U.S. supply chains, with industries bracing for major delays and economic losses. South Los Angeles is breaking ground on the first-ever Costco with apartment living above it . Rent the Runway is back with a pop-up sample sale at Mall of America, offering deep discounts on designer items just in time f...

Sep 25, 20245 minSeason 1Ep. 207

Amazon’s AI Video Ads, Walmart’s Early Thanksgiving Deals, and Olive Garden’s New Uber Direct Partnership

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs , Ownit AI , and Mirakl . In today’s Retail Daily Minute: Amazon debuts a new AI-driven tool that transforms product images into video ads, making it easier for small and mid-sized retailers to create engaging marketing materials quickly and effectively. Walmart is starting its holiday season promotions earlier than last year, offering a full Thanksgiving meal for less than $7 per person, highlighting its focus on afforda...

Sep 24, 20244 minSeason 1Ep. 206

Walmart’s Real-Time Payments, Amazon’s ‘Grade and Resell,’ and Nike’s Leadership Shift

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs , Ownit AI , and Mirakl . In today’s Retail Daily Minute, Amazon and Walmart make headlines across the board: Walmart Partners with Fiserv for Real-Time Payments : Walmart introduces a real-time payment option for online shoppers, aiming to reduce reliance on credit cards and offer a faster, more efficient payment process. Amazon Launches ‘Grade and Resell’ Program : Amazon’s new initiative allows sellers to efficiently h...

Sep 23, 20244 minSeason 1Ep. 205

Amazon and Walmart Dominate Today's Headlines with Innovation in Retail & Entertainment

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs , Ownit AI , and Mirakl . In today’s Retail Daily Minute, Amazon and Walmart make headlines across the board: Sam’s Club Supply Chain Merges with Walmart : Walmart and Sam’s Club are uniting their corporate supply chain teams, aiming to boost efficiency, growth, and technology integration without job cuts. Amazon’s New Show “Buy It Now” : Amazon is launching a new competition show where entrepreneurs can pitch products, w...

Sep 20, 20245 minSeason 1Ep. 204

ShopRite Expands Robot Use, Whole Foods Launches Small-Format Store, and Amazon Integrates Buy With Prime To TikTok

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs , Ownit AI , and Mirakl . Here are today's top headlines: ShopRite is rolling out Simbe Robotics’ “Tally” robots across 70 stores to enhance inventory management, following successful pilot programs in 2022. Whole Foods Market introduces its new small-format store, “Daily Shop,” in New York City, catering to quick, convenient shopping with plans for further expansion across Manhattan. Amazon is now allowing Prime sellers ...

Sep 19, 20244 minSeason 1Ep. 203

Apple’s AI Push Breeds Security Concerns, Amazon’s Return-to-Office Mandate, and NRF’s European Expansion

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs , Ownit AI , and Mirakl . Here are today's top headlines: Apple's new “Apple Intelligence” in its latest iPhone models, featuring enhanced AI capabilities designed for business, is prompting security questions amid company CIOs. Amazon CEO Andy Jassy announces a five-day return-to-office policy for corporate employees starting January 2025. Discover how this shift is part of Amazon’s strategy to reduce bureaucracy, foster...

Sep 18, 20245 minSeason 1Ep. 202

Chipotle Tests Kitchen Robots, Online Grocery Sales Surge, Uniqlo Expands Globally

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs , Ownit AI , and Mirakl . Here are today's top headlines: Chipotle’s Tech Innovations : Chipotle Mexican Grill is piloting two robotic systems, Autocado and the Augmented Makeline, in select California locations to enhance kitchen prep efficiency and streamline digital order fulfillment. Growth in Online Grocery Sales : Online grocery shopping continues to boom, reaching $9.9 billion in August. Uniqlo’s Global Expansion S...

Sep 17, 20245 minSeason 1Ep. 201

Roblox Expands E-Commerce with Shopify, Biden Targets Shein’s Tariff Loophole, and Northeast Grocery Tests Inventory Robots

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Scratch Event DJs , Ownit AI , and Mirakl . Here are today's top headlines: Roblox is partnering with Shopify to introduce direct sales of physical products within its gaming platform, marking a significant step into the e-commerce space. The Biden administration is targeting a loophole that allows companies such as Shein and Temu to bypass tariffs by using the ‘de minimis’ provision, which exempts packages valued under $800 from import du...

Sep 16, 20245 minSeason 1Ep. 200

Amazon Integrates Ads into Rufus Chatbot, Starbucks Refocuses on Core Values, and Coca-Cola Advocates for the Open Web in Advertising

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl . Here are today's top headlines: Amazon is rolling out sponsored ads in its newly launched shopping-oriented chatbot, Rufus, enhancing the user experience with contextually relevant ads based on user interactions and searches.  Brian Niccol, Starbucks’ new CEO , has outlined his vision for the company in an open letter, emphasizing a return to the foundational values that defined the brand—high-quality coffee and ...

Sep 13, 20244 minSeason 1Ep. 199

Online Grocery Prices Drop, Zara To Launch ‘Pre-Owned’ Service in the U.S., and Stater Bros. Enhances E-Commerce With Product Sampling

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl . Here are today's top headlines: Online grocery prices dropped nearly 4% in August from July, marking the sharpest monthly decline in ten years, according to Adobe Analytics.  Zara is bringing its ‘Pre-Owned’ service to the U.S. in October, allowing customers to buy, sell, repair, or donate secondhand clothes through its stores, website, and app. Stater Bros. Markets , a leading grocery chain in Southern Californi...

Sep 12, 20243 minSeason 1Ep. 198

Costco’s New App Feature, Amazon Fresh’s Exclusive Savings, and PayPal’s In-Store Expansion

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl . Here are today's top headlines: Costco is testing a new mobile app feature that allows members to search for in-stock items at specific warehouse locations.  Amazon Fresh is expanding its grocery benefits for Prime members with exclusive savings on over 3,000 items. These include discounts of up to 50% off select weekly grocery favorites, 25% off top-brand products, and 10% off private-label goods. PayPal is expa...

Sep 11, 20244 minSeason 1Ep. 197

Big Lots Bankruptcy Filing, FDA Nutrition Label Proposal, and Family Dollar’s AI Merchandising Partnership

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl . Here are today's top headlines: Big Lots , the discount retailer, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in Delaware, citing liabilities between $1 billion and $10 billion.  The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is set to propose new rules for front-of-package (FOP) nutrition labels, aiming to help consumers make healthier food choices more easily. Family Dollar has teamed up with data science company Dunhumby...

Sep 10, 20244 minSeason 1Ep. 196

New York’s Panic Button Safety Act, Simon’s Omnichannel Platform, and Walmart’s Fashion Style Tour

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Ownit AI helps brands and retailers win Google search by answering their shopper's questions online. Learn more at ownit.co . Mirakl is the global leader in platform business innovation for eCommerce. Companies like Macy’s, Nordstrom, and Kroger use Mirakl to build disruptive growth and profitability through marketplace, dropship, and retail media. For more, visit  mirakl.com Here are today's top headlines: New Yo...

Sep 09, 20244 minSeason 1Ep. 195

Target’s New Apple CarPlay Feature, Walmart’s Online Grocery Dominance & New Partnership with StockX

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Ownit AI helps brands and retailers win Google search by answering their shopper's questions online. Learn more at ownit.co . Mirakl is the global leader in platform business innovation for eCommerce. Companies like Macy’s, Nordstrom, and Kroger use Mirakl to build disruptive growth and profitability through marketplace, dropship, and retail media. For more, visit  mirakl.com Here are today's top headlines: Target...

Sep 06, 20245 minSeason 1Ep. 194

Nordstrom’s Private Buyout Proposal, Dick’s Sporting Goods Q2 Success, Flexport’s Last-Mile Expansion

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Ownit AI helps brands and retailers win Google search by answering their shopper's questions online. Learn more at ownit.co . Mirakl is the global leader in platform business innovation for eCommerce. Companies like Macy’s, Nordstrom, and Kroger use Mirakl to build disruptive growth and profitability through marketplace, dropship, and retail media. For more, visit  mirakl.com Here are today's top headlines: The No...

Sep 05, 20245 minSeason 1Ep. 193

Amazon Expands ‘Just Walk Out,’ Lululemon Enhances Membership, Allbirds Announces Reverse Stock Split

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Ownit AI helps brands and retailers win Google search by answering their shopper's questions online. Learn more at ownit.co . Mirakl is the global leader in platform business innovation for eCommerce. Companies like Macy’s, Nordstrom, and Kroger use Mirakl to build disruptive growth and profitability through marketplace, dropship, and retail media. For more, visit  mirakl.com Here are today's top headlines: Amazon...

Sep 04, 20244 minSeason 1Ep. 192

Lululemon's Growth Concerns, Nordstrom’s Supply Chain Hacks, Netto’s Smart Digital Label Rollout

Welcome to Omni Talk's Retail Daily Minute, sponsored by Ownit AI and Mirakl. Ownit AI helps brands and retailers win Google search by answering their shopper's questions online. Learn more at ownit.co . Mirakl is the global leader in platform business innovation for eCommerce. Companies like Macy’s, Nordstrom, and Kroger use Mirakl to build disruptive growth and profitability through marketplace, dropship, and retail media. For more, visit  mirakl.com Here are today's top headlines: Lulule...

Sep 03, 20246 minSeason 1Ep. 191