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FedEx Tamps Down 2025 Outlook Despite Digital Transformation Efforts
September 19, 2024

In some ways, FedEx is a bellwether of global trade and logistics. After all, global growth, inflation, fuel costs, interest rates, supply chain disruptions and competition are all elements that affect FedEx’s revenue, margins and strategic investments. They also each represent things all businesses need...

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Darden Restaurants Faces Pressure to Improve Speed Amid Declining Sales
September 19, 2024

In an increasingly fast-paced dining landscape, Darden Restaurants is under pressure to improve operational efficiency across its diverse portfolio, which includes Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, and fine dining establishments like The Capital Grille. Darden Restaurants President and CEO Rick Cardenas acknowledged the need for speed during...

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Adobe’s Firefly AI Hits 12 Billion Generations, Previews Video Creator
September 13, 2024

Adobe’s Firefly Services are at the forefront of AI-driven innovation, now reaching a significant milestone of 12 billion generations. This achievement highlights Adobe’s strategic focus on enhancing its Creative Cloud and Document Cloud platforms, showcasing how its AI technologies are reshaping content creation and document...

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Mytheresa Leans into Digital Experiences and Global Events
September 12, 2024

For Mytheresa CEO Michael Kliger, there was no doubt about his company’s performance during the fourth quarter and fiscal year. “We clearly see ourselves as a winner in the consolidated luxury space,” he told analysts and investors during the company’s fourth-quarter and full-year earnings call on...

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New Petco CEO Joel Anderson Prioritizes Retail Fundamentals
September 10, 2024

Pet health and wellness company Petco announced Joel Anderson as its new CEO Tuesday (Sept. 10) during its second-quarter earnings call. Anderson, who previously served as CEO at Five Below and Walmart, replaces interim CEO R. Michael (Mike) Mohan, who is transitioning to lead a...

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Burlington Stores CEO Says Lower-Income Shoppers Gaining Amid Economic Shifts
September 10, 2024

As Burlington Stores CEO Michael O’Sullivan discussed the company’s strong fiscal results during its second-quarter earnings call (Aug. 29), he offered his thoughts related to strategic changes and their positive impact. “Over the past 18 months the external environment has become more favorable,” O’Sullivan said....

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US Sports Gambling Industry Totals $220 Billion Since 2018
September 06, 2024

As the NFL season gets underway, sports betting has reportedly become big business in the United States. Since a Supreme Court ruling overturned a law that prevented state-sanctioned sportsbooks in 2018, over $220 billion has been wagered in the U.S. sports gambling industry, Bloomberg reported...

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Rent the Runway Charts New Course With In-Person Events, Revamped Consumer Experience
September 05, 2024

Rent the Runway (RTR) is experiencing a pivotal moment as it redefines its growth trajectory through a blend of strategic innovations and operational improvements. Following its second-quarter earnings call Thursday (Sept. 5), the company, known for introducing Closet in the Cloud, is setting its sights...

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Five Below Refocuses on Core Customers Amid Strategic Overhaul
September 05, 2024

Five Below, the discount retailer that first opened its doors in 2002, is navigating a period of introspection and realignment. Founded by David Schlessinger and Thomas Vellios, the company has aimed to be a go-to destination for preteens and teens by offering cheap products. Yet,...