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GrowthLoop wants to help retailers capture more retail media dollars
Retail media networks are booming, but legacy tech holds them back. GrowthLoop aims to power modern, AI-driven ad sales. Mike Pastore on September 18, 2025 Composable CDP vendor GrowthLoop entered the retail media network (RMN) space this week, launching a solution to help retailers organize their data and scale their media offerings. Retailers offering … Continue reading GrowthLoop wants to help retailers capture more retail media dollars
Global expansion and hyperlocal focus redefine the next chapter of retail media networks by DoorDash
As retail media networks mature, success hinges on mastering both global scale and neighborhood-level precision. DoorDash on August 26, 2025 Retail media networks are projected to be worth $ 179.5 billion by 2025, but capturing share and achieving long-term success won’t hinge solely on growing their customer base. With over 200 retail media networks now … Continue reading Global expansion and hyperlocal focus redefine the next chapter of retail media networks by DoorDash
5 ways retailers break trust—and how data can fix it
July 21, 2025 5 ways retailers break trust—and how data can fix it BY Kimberly Shenk When I became a first-time mom, my perspective on the products my family used changed completely. As a data scientist, I naturally dive deep into the details; now I was suddenly applying this rigor to ingredient and product information, turning … Continue reading 5 ways retailers break trust—and how data can fix it
Rite Aid is closing 95 more stores after selling assets to CVS and others: See the full list of locations across 6 states
May 19, 2025 Rite Aid is closing 95 more stores after selling assets to CVS and others: See the full list of locations across 6 states BY Christopher Zara Rite Aid is moving quickly to close additional store locations after selling a substantial chunk of its pharmacy business to other companies last week. The drugstore chain, … Continue reading Rite Aid is closing 95 more stores after selling assets to CVS and others: See the full list of locations across 6 states
As retail evolves, so too do physical stores and retail tech
A new Salesforce report says it’s not just AI, it’s a new role for physical stores and changing shopping behaviors changing retail. Mike Pastore on March 24, 2025 The retail sector continues to evolve to become more digital, social and connected, a new report from Salesforce found. The sixth edition of Salesforce’s “Connected Shoppers” … Continue reading As retail evolves, so too do physical stores and retail tech
JCPenney stores closing 2025: See the full list of doomed locations
February 13, 2025 JCPenney stores closing 2025: See the full list of doomed locations The iconic department store chain described the handful of store closures as isolated, but the broader retail landscape is bracing for a tough year. BY Michael Grothaus It’s not been a good start to 2025 when it comes to major retailers shuttering … Continue reading JCPenney stores closing 2025: See the full list of doomed locations
Despite challenges, marketers say retail media is the channel of choice
A pair of studies found marketers are bullish on retail media, despite its growing pains and imperfections. Mike Pastore on February 5, 2025 Marketers are still facing challenges in retail media networks (RMNs), but more than 90% say it’s the single most important channel for their campaigns, a new report found. The report from … Continue reading Despite challenges, marketers say retail media is the channel of choice
Retail media networks continue to grow: 2025 predictions
We’ll see more non-retail networks, data collaborations and in-store experiences as the RMN space matures. Chris Wood on January 2, 2025 Over the last year, the RMN space saw new in-store standards and solid growth. This is likely to continue. Here are a few ways we expect to see this dynamic space continue to … Continue reading Retail media networks continue to grow: 2025 predictions
Advance Auto Parts will close 700-plus stores as the list of struggling retailers grows
November 14, 2024 Advance Auto Parts will close 700-plus stores as the list of struggling retailers grows The auto-parts provider is the latest U.S. chain to downsize as consumers spend less due to rising prices. BY Jennifer Mattson Advance Auto Parts, a leading automotive aftermarket-parts provider in North America that serves both professional installers and do-it-yourself … Continue reading Advance Auto Parts will close 700-plus stores as the list of struggling retailers grows
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