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Kohl’s had a challenging Q3 with soft sales in apparel and footwear, but there were bright spots, too.🌟The retailer delivered gross margin expansion and tightly managed expenses. Other bright spots: ✅ Growth in Key Areas: Kohl’s saw strong performance across Sephora, home décor, gifting, and impulse 🛒 Partnership Expansion: Continued success with the opening of Babies “R” Us shops in 200 stores 🚀Future Momentum: Kohl’s is taking “aggressive action” to address declines, with a customer-first focus in all that they do and a new CEO, Ashley Buchanan, bringing fresh leadership in January For a summary of today’s highlights and our take-aways, see our CPG by MPG Earnings Report Recap. For deeper insights to drive your brand business at Kohl’s, reach out to Jaspreet Kaleka, jaspreet@thecpgretail.com. #RetailInsights #marketing #Kohls #omnichannel #omnicommerce #mpg #marketperformancegroup 

In retail, the disruptors are becoming the disrupted.  More and more, DTC are turning to traditional distribution channels to address skyrocketing customer acquisition costs, perks like free returns eating into profits, and an enduring demand for in-store experiences.  How are some of those DTC darlings rising to the challenge?    💄 Glossier: Once digital-only, now gracing Sephora shelves  👟 Allbirds: Sustainable footwear stepping into Nordstrom  🪒 Harry's: Subscription-razors now lining Target and Walmart aisles  🤠 Tecovas: Niche cowboy boots expanding into wholesale partnerships 👓 Warby Parker: From online-only to 200+ physical stores What’s your favorite DTC evolution story? Share your thoughts below! #RetailEvolution #DTCBrands #AdaptabilityInBusiness #RetailInnovation

Only put off until tomorrow what you are willing to die having left undone. Skechers U.S.A., Inc.’s SKX growth initiatives have positioned the company for long-term success in the highly competitive footwear industry. With a focus on its multi-brand portfolio, digital integration, wholesale growth, direct-to-consumer (DTC) expansion, and international business, Skechers has set itself up for sustained growth. The company's ability to adapt to evolving consumer preferences has been a key driver of its success. By prioritizing comfort technology and lifestyle-oriented products, Skechers has captured the attention and loyalty of consumers seeking both style and functionality in their footwear choices. This strategic approach has contributed significantly to the company's growth trajectory. Investors who recognize the potential of Skechers' growth initiatives can seize the opportunity to grow their Health Savings Account (HSA). As an investment advisor with a passion for helping investors maximize their HSA investments, I encourage you to take action now and avoid the Fear of Missing Out (FOMO). Investing in Skechers aligns with the themes of healthcare, wellness, and family, making it a strong candidate for HSA investment strategies. By investing in companies that prioritize consumer well-being, investors have the potential to not only grow their HSAs but also support businesses that contribute positively to people's lives. Don't miss out on the chance to invest in Skechers as part of your HSA portfolio. Take advantage of this growth opportunity and secure a promising future for your health and financial well-being. #hsa #investing #healthcare #health #family #wellness 💪📈💼

We’re seeing a dynamic shift in fashion retail as more brands embrace wholesale to unlock new opportunities and expand into broader markets. It’s exciting to watch our clients use this strategy to fuel their growth. Wholesale is enabling retailers to scale quickly, going beyond the limits of direct-to-consumer models. In 2024, fashion brands are finding innovative ways to thrive, and wholesale is emerging as a game-changer by offering: 👉 Massive Reach – Wholesale helps brands expand from local to national, significantly boosting visibility across multiple locations. 👉 Brand Spotlight – Wholesale partnerships shine a spotlight on brands, providing substantial exposure. 👉 Explosive Sales – More channels mean more sales, with wholesale opening the door to exponential growth. Through our work with Fashion & Apparel clients, we’ve seen how embracing wholesale not only diversifies revenue streams but also strengthens brand presence. What trends are catching your attention in the Fashion & Apparel space this year? We’d love to hear your insights! #Retail #IT #Tech #FashionRetail #CYAN360

There’s a new way to do fashion wholesale... (We should know, we’ve built it.) Digitizing all the manual processes of wholesale’s past is no longer just a nice-to-have... It’s crucial for fashion brands looking to scale into new markets fast.🏴 We now know that blending DTC and wholesale can seriously lift a brand’s bottom line. Our latest blog post breaks down how the 'halo effect' in fashion wholesale impacts: ✌️ DTC conversions 🌎 New market entry 🏴 Brand recognition 📦 Inventory planning Read the full post. Link in comments 👀

In 2024, U.S. apparel, footwear, and accessories sales are expected to hit $616.37 billion, with online sales playing a crucial role. As digital channels grow in importance, brands must embrace omnichannel strategies and digital transformation to stay competitive. Understand consumer preferences and leverage technology to boost engagement and drive sales. #FashionRetail #Ecommerce #MarketTrends bit.ly/3RKJRzl

Discover how a specialty athletic footwear and apparel retailer scaled operations efficiently for #digitalcampaigns and #omnichannel expansion with 40% cost savings? Infosys Equinox Digital Commerce and Marketing Operations team complemented the client’s current #ecommerce marketing operations efforts across North America, Europe and Asia Pacific, resulting in: • 50% faster speed-to-market • >99% schedule adherence • >98% quality adherence Read the success story here infy.com/4h0xE4k #SuccessStories #CaseStudy #B2C #marketingoperations #HumanCentricCommerce

This story might sound familiar, but it's worth retelling again. And again. Marketing to customers directly can be expensive and unpredictable. Kizik Footwear's Monte Deere says, "Gross margin is really, really great at e-commerce. What's unpredictable is the marketing expense to sell your product." So why are so many brands stuck on rigid single-channel commercial strategies when they could reap the benefits of both worlds? Having a greater presence at wholesale, through select retail partnerships, gets the brand in front of new customers at a relatively lower cost of acquisition, making the cost of selling more predictable and freeing up marketing dollars that can be funneled away from performance marketing and into building brand awareness. Read more about Kizik's gradual expansion into wholesale brick-and-mortar at the link below. #footwear #omnichannel #dtc #wholesale #fashion #retail #salesstrategy #linkedinpostsbymariopace

What's the ultimate test of CPG brand equity? If they know your brand...great. If they ingest your products…even better. But if younger consumers want to wear your branded merchandise because it says something about who they are...you've now reached the upper echelon of CPG brand equity! Fashion collaborations remain a go-to way for CPG marketers to build lifestyle brands by merging culture and commerce. What's some of your favorite recent CPG fashion mashups? I absolutely loved the Jarritos US x Nike SB Dunk Lows! #strategy #trends #markets #fmcg #cpg #beverages #fashion #sneakers #innovation #marketing #branding #productdevelopment #retailing #merchandising #retail #business #businessintelligence #entrepreneurship

Weekly Earnings Insights: Sales Decline at Carter’s, Estée Lauder and Herbalife Our latest Earnings Insights report spotlights third-quarter 2024 highlights from key US retailers and brands within our Coresight 100 coverage list; our latest report features insights from five sectors: apparel and footwear, beauty, CPG (consumer packaged goods), food and grocery, and home and home improvement. This week, our analysis covers companies that reported in the week ended November 3, 2024. Dive into executive commentary on quarterly revenues, comps and impacts of inflation and interest rates. Data in this report include: ✔ Quarterly data including gross margins, brand-specific sales and performance by channel and geography. Companies mentioned in this report include Carters Inc.’s, Colgate-Palmolive, Columbia Sportswear Company, and Crocs, among others. 💡 Explore key takeaways on the strategies brands are using to navigate current market dynamics. Don't miss these insights—they will help you stay ahead in a challenging retail landscape. Subscribe to download: https://lnkd.in/dn3SaNiq  #RetailStrategy #EarningsInsights #InflationImpact