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Walmart Scales Back DEI Programs Walmart joins companies like Ford Motor Company and Lowe's Companies, Inc. in cutting back on diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Is this a shift in corporate priorities or a response to broader trends? Read more and share your comments: https://lnkd.in/g_sMwdYC

Best Buy Misses the Mark in Q3, Stock Drops Best Buy fell short across the board in its Q3 earnings, with CEO Corie Barry attributing the struggles to multiple challenges. Can the retailer turn things around before the holiday season? Read more and share your thoughts: https://lnkd.in/g9izm6f8

Starbucks Hit by Ransomware Attack Starbucks is the latest company targeted in a ransomware attack, impacting employee scheduling and hour tracking through a third-party software vendor. How should companies strengthen their defenses against these growing digital threats? Read more and share your thoughts: https://lnkd.in/gK82dwnW

Warren Buffett’s Advice for Parents: Plan Ahead Warren Buffett, with a $151 billion net worth, offers financial advice for parents: ensure your wishes are clear for wealth distribution after passing. Practical wisdom from one of the world’s richest individuals? Read more and share your thoughts: https://lnkd.in/ge7nuCgg

Celebrating Nicola Kinsella for her work in building brand trust through effective communication and strategy. Her role at Fluent Commerce is making a significant impact. Thanks, Nicola, for your dedication and your valued membership on the RetailWire BrainTrust! #retail #braintrust #branding

Subway CEO Is Retiring: Could This Mark a Turning Point for the Chain’s Future? With Subway CEO John Chidsey retiring, questions emerge regarding his replacement. Whoever it is, can they turn the brand around? Read the discussion here and share your comments: https://lnkd.in/eaKnmwAA David Spear "Subway is in a deep hole with jagged edges encircling the sides. The climb out will be messy. Just take a side-by-side comparison to Jersey Mike’s and, well, there’s no comparison. Jersey Mike’s is far superior at product offering, quality, freshness, service, cleanliness, and overall experience." Neil Saunders "Subway has found the going tough over recent years. There’s a lot more competition in the market, including from other fast-food players, and consumers are laser like focused on value for money. Those dynamics will continue to play out in 2025, and it will fall to the new CEO to deal with them." David Biernbaum "Can Subway reverse its current course and return to strong profitability? Anything is within the realm of possibility, but from a 30,000 foot view, I doubt that a new interim CEO from within the same company will make much of an impact."

Target Unveils Exclusive Bogg Tote Bags for the Holidays Target is bringing the buzz with exclusive Bogg tote bags this holiday season, including the Bullseye tote and two new colors. Prices range from $60 to $100. Will these be on your gift list? Read more and share your comments: https://lnkd.in/gViY9TcU

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Abercrombie & Fitch Co. Shines in Q3 Earnings Abercrombie & Fitch exceeded expectations in its latest earnings report and is projecting strong holiday sales for Q4. Could this be a turning point for the iconic retailer? Read more: https://lnkd.in/g8P8p8Aj

RetailWire CEO, Dominick Miserandino Featured in the Los Angeles Times on Dickies? HQ Move He shared insights with the LA Times on Dickies’ decision to move its HQ from Texas to California. “Real estate ownership might be the bigger factor,” said Miserandino, pointing to VF’s property in Costa Mesa and calling the move a play for operational efficiency rather than part of a larger trend. “People are ascribing other things to it,” Miserando, said, when real estate ownership “might be the bigger factor than the angle of how strange it is” to see a company going from Texas to California. “Clearly you’re making a decision like this for operational efficiency,” he added. What are your thoughts on this strategic shift? Read the full article and share your comments:?https://lnkd.in/eNxvZFGs