How the consumer is doing so far this year
May 25, 2023
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Discretionary goods are a low priority amid an uncertain economy and a desire to spend on experiences, but retailers are holding their own. What about the rest of 2023?
Why is Walmart selling off so many DTC brands?
Apr 27, 2023
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The retailer bought, and sold off, several digital natives including Bonobos and Eloquii. The team discusses what this signals about the company's game plan.
The Backroom: Unearthing financial details about J.C. Penney
Mar 30, 2023
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The team talks about the treasure trove of information on the department store’s financial health, found thanks to a tip from one of its new owners.
What the ‘MetaBirkin’ NFT verdict means for art and commerce
Feb 23, 2023
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The team chats about how Hermès' legal win impacts retail at large, and why Mason Rothschild plans to appeal.
What's Going On With DTC This Year?
Jan 26, 2023
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The team introduces new co-host Dani James and talks about emerging changes in the DTC space and the ongoing importance of brick and mortar.
Ushering in the new year with Doug Stephens
Dec 29, 2022
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What retailers should know about the realities of the metaverse and more futuristic observations from the retail prophet.
What holiday looks like from here
Nov 24, 2022
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The team sits down to discuss what recent events suggest about this year's unpredictable shopping season.
Retail bankruptcies are poised for a comeback
Oct 27, 2022
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What can we learn about the industry as a whole by looking at its weakest players?
The Idiosyncrasies Of This Year’s Holiday Consumer
Sep 29, 2022
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Retailers are taking on a new challenge likely to define the 2022 season: inflation.
The remains of Sears
Aug 25, 2022
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Backroom co-host Ben Unglesbee discusses his recent trip to one of the few remaining Sears stores in the country.
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