Breville Acquires Food-Tech Company ChefSteps
Breville Group has acquired Seattle-based food and technology company, ChefSteps.
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Picnic Time Introduces Toscana Lazy Susan
Picnic Time has introduced the Toscana Lazy Susan serving tray, which features a chalkboard rim.
Portmeirion Group Acquires Nambé
Portmeirion Group has acquired Nambé LLC.
NRF: Consumers Kept Spending In June
Despite continued concerns about the impact of tariffs on prices of consumer products, shoppers started the summer season by opening their wallets.
Pottery Barn Readies ‘Friends’ Home Collection
Pottery Barn has revealed plans to launch a “Friends” home décor collection, to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the beloved hit television show.
Conn’s Settles SEC Investigation
Conn’s has reached a settlement with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The settlement arises from the previously disclosed SEC investigation commenced in November 2014 into the company’s underwriting policies and bad debt provisions from July 31, 2012, to July 31, 2014.
Target Names Govind To Oversee Infrastructure, Operations
Target has named Hari Govind svp/infrastructure and operations for the company’s technology team.
Amazon Discounts Continue Through Prime Day 2
According to the company, Amazon discounts on Prime Day June 15 saved its Prime members across the U.S. hundreds of millions of dollars and more bargains are coming, including deals on smart home, home furnishings and housewares.
Rent-A-Center To Purchase Merchants Preferred
Weeks after settling litigation related to a purchase deal, Rent-A-Center has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire substantially all of the assets of C/C Financial Corp., which does business as Merchants Preferred, a nationwide provider of virtual rent-to-own services.
Survey: Amazon Prime Day Shoppers Set To Check Other Sites
According to a study from marketing technology and analytics agency Adlucent, consumers planning to take advantage of Amazon Prime Day remain enthusiastic about the e-tailer. But the shopping doesn’t stop there, as approximately 68% of consumers will explore beyond Amazon, comparing products and prices on other sites.
Uniek Living Introduces Zuperzozial Kitchenware To U.S. Market
Uniek Living has introduced the Zuperzozial line of biodegradeable kitchenware in the U.S. The Danish line includes durable products that are made of biodegradeable bamboo and corn, and reinforced with melamine resin.
At Home Opens 200th Store
At Home has opened its 200th store, in San Diego, marking a major milestone as the company continues its growth and expansion plans across the country.
BJ’s Enters Detroit With New Marketing Campaign
BJ’s Wholesale Club is launching a new cross-channel marketing campaign that highlights the company’s approach to the wholesale club experience as it enters eastern Michigan and Metro Detroit.
Williams Sonoma Launches Schumacher Home Collection
Williams Sonoma is kicking off a new collaboration with American design house Schumacher. The new collection will feature 45 products from both Williams Sonoma and Williams Sonoma Home ranging from tabletop and entertaining pieces to upholstered furniture, bedding, and home décor.
Ace Hardware Unveils First Ace Rewards Day
Ace Hardware is among the retailers launching sales promotions this month, unveiling its first-ever Ace Rewards Day, providing exclusive deals to Ace Reward members July 15 to 16, on Acehardware.com.
F.N. Sharp Launches Cutlery Brand
F.N. Sharp, a direct-to-consumer knife brand, has launched in the U.S. market. In addition to offering a new selection of knives, the company also offers consumers the Right Angle Sharpening subscription-based service.
The Art Of Promotion
One of the enjoyable aspects of my job is the opportunity to write about the constant flow of new products and the ever-changing retail marketplace.
Sears To Hold ‘Midsummer Madness’ Sale
Sears is joining the mid-July online promotional fray with its “Midsummer Madness” sale, which the retailer is touting as its largest sale of the season on sears.com.
Kroger To Build Georgia Customer Fulfillment Center
Kroger and Ocado plan to build a new high-tech customer fulfillment center (CFC) in Forest Park, Georgia, a $55 million investment that will create more than 400 new jobs.
Mr. Coffee Launches Pour Over Coffeemaker
Mr. Coffee has expanded its coffeemaker assortment with the launch of its At-Home Pour Over system.