Matthew Shay

Breaking #RetailNews: Macy's has ended talks with ARKHOUSE and Brigade Capital Management, LP 🔔 Macy's Board decided to end discussions after months of negotiations failed to result in a solid proposal (The latest of $24.80 per share lacked sufficient financing). The Board will focus on its "Bold New Chapter" strategy to enhance shareholder value. #MacyInc #BusinessNews #CorporateStrategy #ShareholderValue #Retail #DepartmentStores #MergersAndAcquisitions #Macys

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What major shake-ups are shaping the future of retail – and retail supply chains?    Zero100 Co-Founder and Chief Research Officer Kevin O'Marah recently sat down for an interview with Authority Magazine, speaking on...    🏭The real reasons global brands are regionalizing production 💭What traditional retailers can learn from Asia’s direct-to-consumer giants 🤔How supply chain data could drive more conscious consumption 🛍️Why the brick-and-mortar store isn’t going anywhere   Check out the story for full insights: https://lnkd.in/erRh4N9m   #SupplyChain #Retail #Logistics

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The retail industry is dealing with the fallout from a recent economic cycle that included a global pandemic, supply chain disruptions, and skyrocketing inflation. On the latest episode of American Bankruptcy Institute’s “Unordinary Course” podcast, Miller Buckfire Head James Doak says a tale of two consumers is emerging and identifies areas of lingering distress. Miller Buckfire is a Stifel Company, dedicated to providing financial restructuring services to companies, governments, and creditors facing complex situations. LISTEN HERE: https://lnkd.in/eDg9d__H #retailindustry #consumerbehavior #restructuring #bankruptcy #COVID #supplychain #inflation

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Walmart's recent price rollbacks are a powerful reminder of how strategic merchandising can drive customer loyalty and sales. We understand the impact of effective pricing and beautiful displays in the retail space. We're here to support your merchandising needs, helping you stay competitive and meet your customers' expectations. How are you planning to enhance your retail strategy this year? #RetailStrategy #MerchandisingExcellence #SASR #RetailSolutions #CustomerValue https://zurl.co/l0I4

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https://lnkd.in/euYTWDiz Fantastic quote: "We’re in a new era of retail defined by profoundly personal shopping experiences. Each shopper defines how, where and when they obtain goods, and context is key. The Why behind the purchase. Retailers must predict shoppers’ needs, reduce decision-making and enable highly personal experiences. Future retail success depends on how well we anticipate and meet these evolving expectations." - Suresh Kumar, Global Chief Technology Officer and Chief Development Officer, Walmart Inc. We at Sifter #foodasmedicine couldn't agree more. "Context" is the key, and for millions of shoppers that means health. We built Sifter technology to reduce decision-making while creating highly personalized shopping experiences for people looking to make better food choices. www.siftersolutions.com

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Distribution is a fragmented industry, and that presents an opportunity for penetration by big retailers, says Ian Heller of Distribution Strategy Group. Home Depot's recently announced $18.25 billion deal to acquire SRS Distribution is an example of the steady push by big retailers like Amazon, Walmart and Lowe's Companies, Inc. in addition to The Home Depot to capture a growing share of the $8 trillion in revenue from US wholesale and distribution. Heller explains that these retailers are largely blocked from major acquisitions in retail by antitrust concerns. But distribution is wide open to them, at least for now. Distributors will have to up their game to meet these deep-pocketed and technologically savvy competitors. https://bit.ly/3QyAXnS

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Marketing and communications strategy enhances a company’s ability to connect with customers

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