Omnichannel

Chow Tai Fook Jewellery Posts 46.1% Growth in Retail Sales Value In 3QFY2024, Driven by Steady Progress of Ongoing Transformation

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Saturday, January 13, 2024

CHOW TAI FOOK JEWELLERY existing as at 31 December 2023 and which have been opened prior to 1 April 2022.

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  • CHOW TAI FOOK JEWELLERY existing as at 31 December 2023 and which have been opened prior to 1 April 2022.
  • In Mainland China, the annual sale also commenced in late December to capture growth momentum ahead of the Chinese New Year celebrations.
  • In other markets, an increase in tourism also drove robust RSV growth of 168.6%, especially for Singapore, Malaysia, and duty-free shops in the Mainland.
  • The encouraging growth was supported by the sustained return of Mainland tourists, coupled with our annual sale during the Quarter.

Fujitsu highlights unified and sustainable shopper journeys at retail's big show, NRF 2024

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

TOKYO, Jan 11, 2024 - (JCN Newswire) - Fujitsu will showcase its efforts to build unified and sustainable shopper journeys for retailers at NRF24, "Retail's Big Show" - Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, New York City, January 14-16, 2024, booth #5203.

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  • TOKYO, Jan 11, 2024 - (JCN Newswire) - Fujitsu will showcase its efforts to build unified and sustainable shopper journeys for retailers at NRF24, "Retail's Big Show" - Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, New York City, January 14-16, 2024, booth #5203.
  • John Pink, Vice President Head of Uvance CX, Fujitsu, says: "There is no single, integrated front-end app that magically does everything retailers and their customers might want.
  • On the Fujitsu booth, NRF visitors will see practical demonstrations of leveraging MACH to create a differentiated, end-to-end shopper experience that retains the flexibility to adapt to as-yet-unknown future needs.
  • Fujitsu highlights three examples of how consumer demand and retailers' needs intersect: sustainability, personalized shopping, and frictionless shopping.

Rocky Mountain Chocolate Reports Fiscal Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024

DURANGO, Colo., Jan. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Inc. (Nasdaq: RMCF) (the “Company”, “we”, “RMC”, or “Rocky Mountain Chocolate”), an international franchisor and producer of premium chocolates and other confectionery products including gourmet caramel apples, is reporting financial and operating results for its fiscal third quarter ended November 30, 2023.

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    DURANGO, Colo., Jan. 10, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Inc. (Nasdaq: RMCF) (the “Company”, “we”, “RMC”, or “Rocky Mountain Chocolate”), an international franchisor and producer of premium chocolates and other confectionery products including gourmet caramel apples, is reporting financial and operating results for its fiscal third quarter ended November 30, 2023.
  • Fiscal Q3 2024 Financial Results vs. Year-Ago Quarter
    Total revenue was $7.7 million in the third quarter of 2024 compared to $8.8 million in the third quarter of 2023.
  • Total operating expenses improved 7% to $8.5 million in the third quarter of 2024 compared to $9.0 million in the third quarter of 2023.
  • To supplement the Company’s consolidated financial statements, which are prepared and presented in accordance with GAAP, Rocky Mountain Chocolate provides investors with certain non-GAAP financial measures, such as adjusted EBITDA.

Pvolve's 2023 Growth Shows Growing Popularity for Functional Fitness

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Pvolve, the omnichannel fitness franchise heralded for its patented, science-led method that pairs functional movement with proprietary equipment, recently closed what was the most significant year for brand expansion in the 6 years since the concept's inception. And to kick off the New Year, the team is sharing the cultural and economic factors that are driving the widespread demand for their offering, and what expectations are for continued development of the Pvolve franchise moving forward.

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  • 28 franchise licenses were awarded by the Pvolve team in 2023, boosting their total number of franchise locations awarded to 40.
  • The franchise also opened 5 new studios in 2023, which included new market debuts in San Diego and Carlsbad, CA, Nashville, TN, Victoria (British Columbia), and Calgary in Alberta, Canada.
  • The post-pandemic environment has refocused the attention of millions of consumers on the value of promoting healthy aging and longevity.
  • Furthermore, the fitness industry is seeing a resurgence of consumers eager for in-person experiences, and according to IHRSA's 2023 Global Report, boutique fitness accounts for 42% of all gym memberships .

Ochama Launches Global Shipped Items and Low-Price Sales with Upgraded Pick-Up Services

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024

The company is introducing "Global Shipped Items" and "Everyday Low Price" (EDLP) channels, along with a streamlined Same-Day Pick-up service.

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  • The company is introducing "Global Shipped Items" and "Everyday Low Price" (EDLP) channels, along with a streamlined Same-Day Pick-up service.
  • Ochama's extensive selection of Global Shipped Items, bolstered by the robust sourcing network of its parent company JD.com, provides shoppers with the opportunity to access premium international goods at budget-friendly prices.
  • Since launching in the Netherlands in January 2022, ochama has achieved remarkable growth, with home delivery services now available in 24 countries.
  • As ochama steps into another year of transformative retail, we remain steadfast in our mission to bring exceptional value and convenience to our customers.

Paragon DCX brings new brand, advertising, shopper marketing, and experiential offerings to clients with acquisition of Twelve

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

Twelve will introduce new capabilities and expertise to Paragon DCX and its clients across omni-channel connected shopper strategy and delivery across physical, ecommerce, social, and direct to consumer.

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  • Twelve will introduce new capabilities and expertise to Paragon DCX and its clients across omni-channel connected shopper strategy and delivery across physical, ecommerce, social, and direct to consumer.
  • Paragon DCX works with clients including Levi's, Gap, Goldman Sachs, JD Williams, FirstGroup, Unison, Close Brothers, the Department for Health and Social Care, Direct Line Group, and more.
  • "I'm excited to welcome everyone at Twelve to the DCX family – it's a fantastic way to kick off 2024 for both teams, as well as our clients", commented James Goldhill, CEO at Paragon DCX.
  • Twelve is the second acquisition in the space of 24 months for Paragon DCX, having acquired Reason, an experience design, software engineering, and digital transformation agency in February 2022.

Sally Beauty Launches "bondbar Healthy Hair Sweepstakes," Reinforcing Commitment to Hair Health In 2024

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

DENTON, Texas, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sally Beauty, the leading omni-channel retailer for hair care and color, is proud to announce its first-ever bondbar Healthy Hair Sweepstakes. By entering for a chance to win, consumers can start the new year with a refreshed, healthy hair routine thanks to Sally Beauty's award-winning bondbar product line with built-in bond repair. One winner will receive a $5,000 cash prize,* a VIP 3-day getaway at Ambiente™ Sedona to bond and relax with three friends (valued at $10,000+), and a one-year supply of bondbar products,** for the winner and three friends. The sweepstakes launches today on bondbarsweeps.com and will run until February 29, 2024.

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  • DENTON, Texas, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sally Beauty, the leading omni-channel retailer for hair care and color, is proud to announce its first-ever bondbar Healthy Hair Sweepstakes.
  • By entering for a chance to win, consumers can start the new year with a refreshed, healthy hair routine thanks to Sally Beauty's award-winning bondbar product line with built-in bond repair.
  • *** With bondbar's Healthy Hair Sweepstakes, Sally Beauty is encouraging connection, self-care – and, of course, great hair."
  • Consumers can enter the bondbar Healthy Hair Sweepstakes by visiting bondbarsweeps.com and registering before 11:59 p.m. (ET) on February 29, 2024.

Boisson Announces Further Expansion of National Wholesale Distribution to Disrupt the $550M Non-Alcoholic Beverage Industry

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Monday, January 8, 2024

Boisson, the largest dedicated non-alcoholic beverage platform in the United States, is continuing to evolve the way the world drinks by expanding its national wholesale distribution through new partnerships with KeHe and LibDib, two industry leaders in on-premise and off-premise beverage distribution.

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  • Boisson, the largest dedicated non-alcoholic beverage platform in the United States, is continuing to evolve the way the world drinks by expanding its national wholesale distribution through new partnerships with KeHe and LibDib, two industry leaders in on-premise and off-premise beverage distribution.
  • These partnerships will further cement Boisson’s national footprint in wholesale distribution and allow it to continue leading the growth of the $550M non-alcoholic beverage category.
  • Unencumbered by traditional alcohol beverage regulations, Boisson is breaking the mold of traditional wholesale beverage distribution and taking a larger share of the food and beverage market to now include national retailers, grocery, bottle shops, and entertainment venues, in addition to traditional bars and restaurants.
  • The company will continue to leverage its retail and e-commerce platforms to be the leading omni-channel platform for consumers and non-alcoholic beverage suppliers.

CVS Pharmacy® announces new simplified loyalty experience

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Thursday, January 4, 2024

WOONSOCKET, R.I., Jan. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CVS Pharmacy®, the retail division of CVS Health® (NYSE: CVS), today announced the evolution of its loyalty program to include two membership tiers: ExtraCare® and ExtraCare Plus™.

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  • WOONSOCKET, R.I., Jan. 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- CVS Pharmacy®, the retail division of CVS Health® (NYSE: CVS), today announced the evolution of its loyalty program to include two membership tiers: ExtraCare® and ExtraCare Plus™.
  • ExtraCare Plus: The CarePass® loyalty and membership program is now known as ExtraCare Plus.
  • All enhancements were a direct result of customer feedback to simplify the loyalty experience and stay ahead of consumer trends.
  • To optimize the ExtraCare and ExtraCare Plus experience, members are encouraged to download the CVS Pharmacy app and also opt in to receive personalized deals across email, text and push notifications.

Mediaocean Announces Findings from 2024 Advertising Outlook Report

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Thursday, January 4, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mediaocean , the mission-critical platform for omnichannel advertising, has released its 2024 Advertising Outlook Report, with all signs pointing to a prevailing focus on innovation and creativity in the new year.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 04, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mediaocean , the mission-critical platform for omnichannel advertising, has released its 2024 Advertising Outlook Report, with all signs pointing to a prevailing focus on innovation and creativity in the new year.
  • Examining key trends in media and advertising, the survey revealed that certain platforms stand to grow most significantly in 2024.
  • Specifically, 69% of survey-takers report that in 2024 they will increase social media spending, 65% for digital display/video, and 56% for CTV in 2024.
  • For a full review of all key takeaways, please visit https://www.mediaocean.com/the-2024-advertising-outlook-report to download the complete Mediaocean 2024 Advertising Outlook Report.