Wholesale Industry & Market News
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ChatGPT Reshaping Shopping, and Retailers Should be Worried
For retailers the tech poses a new challenge: how to stay visible in a world where shoppers no longer need to visit their websites.
The cheapest iPhone model gets more expensive
The newly unveiled iPhone 16e, positioned as the most affordable option in Apple's smartphone lineup, is not really cheap.
Affordable luxury brands thrive as high-end labels struggle with price hikes
Ultra-premium luxury brands prices hikes created a lucrative opportunity for more accessible luxury brands.
VF Corporation’s wholesale growth drives strong performance
VF Corporation, owner of The North Face and Timberland, delivered stronger-than-expected results, driven largely by its wholesale segment.
How Levi’s used data and AI to capitalize on the baggy jeans trend
While the resurgence of baggy jeans was expected among younger consumers, the true scale of its appeal took Levi Strauss by surprise.
Shifting tides: U.S. companies reevaluate ties with China
American businesses have grown increasingly cautious about championing the U.S.-China economic relationship.
The challenge of tariff policy: businesses grapple with Trump’s hardline approach
As the inauguration of Donald Trump approaches, the business community faces increasing uncertainty regarding his hard stance on tariffs.
Why tariffs could hit retailers harder this time
The retail industry faces a daunting challenge under the proposed tariffs of Donald Trump’s second administration.
Retailers face a challenging holiday season
As the holiday shopping season unfolds, the retail industry braces for what appears to be a lackluster Christmas.
Amazon strengthens its grocery operations
Amazon is reinventing its grocery strategy, integrating online and in-person shopping to secure a larger share of the U.S. grocery market.
Black Friday 2024: biggest shopping day of the year
Black Friday is more than just a shopping day, it’s an anticipated global event that marks the beginning of the holiday shopping season.
Discounters will lead holiday shopping season in 2024
This holiday season discount retailers are expected to lead the retail race, as shoppers scaling back on their budgets.
Adidas settles dispute with Kanye West
Adidas has reached an out-of-court settlement with Kanye West, resolving any legal claims associated with their past partnership.
Richemont to sell e-commerce business YNAP to Mytheresa
Richemont has finalized a deal to sell its online fashion business Yoox Net-A-Porter (YNAP) to German luxury e-commerce platform Mytheresa.
Amazon vs. Temu: the battle for sellers and the future of e-commerce
Amazon and Temu are locked in a competitive battle to attract sellers, a contest that could reshape the dynamics of the e-commerce landscape.
Apple's Vision Pro faces challenges
Apple's Vision Pro headset, launched as the company's biggest new product in a decade, is facing significant challenges in its first year.
Luxury brands facing a challenge: the rise of arbitrage
The disparity in designer goods' prices between Europe and China has led to a surge in resellers profiting from this gap.
Bed Bath & Beyond owner will start selling wholesale
Bed Bath and Beyond-branded products will soon be available in other retailers’ stores and online sites.
Organized online returns fraud costs retailers billions
The Wall Street Journal recently reported on a growing issue that is causing significant financial harm to retailers: online returns fraud.
Apple unveils iPhone 16
Apple unveiled iPhone 16 with the key highlight being the integration of advanced AI features branded as “Apple Intelligence.”
Would Apple iPhone SE 4 launch alongside the upcoming iPhone 16?
Speculation about a launch of iPhone SE 4 has been sparked by reports of low stock for Apple’s current budget iPhone, the iPhone SE (2022).
iPhone 16 release: Apple confirms dates
Apple's iPhone 16 series is generating significant anticipation, and it seems the release may be happening sooner than initially predicted.
iPhone 16 Pro: What to expect from Apple’s next big release
Apple’s upcoming iPhone 16 series, expected to launch in September 2024, promises a blend of innovative features and significant upgrades.
Sonos Ace Headphones set to go head-to-head with Apple
Top-end wireless speaker maker Sonos are getting ready to enter the market of headphones to compete with the industry leaders.