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May 23, 2025 | by Daphne Howland

Retail’s latest tariff challenge? Setting prices

New levies are shaping up to be a holiday tax on consumers already touchy about spending. Careful analysis and clear communication are key

May 23, 2025 | by Alex Vuocolo

How much inventory is too much to prepare for tariffs?

With the tariff situation still uncertain, retailers face a potentially existential question of how much inventory to buy in preparation for what’s ahead

May 22, 2025 | by Dan Berthiaume

TikTok takes on eBay with authenticated pre-owned footwear

Video-focused social media app TikTok is now facilitating the sale of pre-owned footwear authenticated by vetted third parties on its TikTok Shop social commerce platform.

May 22, 2025 | by Jon Houke

Target Warns of Potential Price Hikes After First-Quarter Sales Decline

While Target did not offer many details, company leadership did say that potential price modifications will be carefully evaluated “literally each and every week.” Various items will go down in price, while others will be raised.