Ulta Beauty exceeds expectations in Q1 2025, driven by successful marketing, strategic initiatives ('Released'), and strong fragrance/skincare sales. Focus on in-store experience & brand exclusives.
GoodPop launches 'Summer of Yes' campaign, offering better-for-you popsicles and treats, empowering parents to say 'yes' more often with healthier choices free of artificial ingredients. Focuses on relieving parental summer stress.
Trump criticizes EU trade deficit, delays tariffs. EU prepares countermeasures but pauses to allow negotiations. Focus on tariffs, trade talks, and potential retaliatory actions.
Poppi, acquired by PepsiCo, targets Gen Z/millennials with viral TikTok campaigns, influencer collabs, & Fortnite mini-games. Alpine Blast launched after Super Bowl ad controversy. Focus: gaming & community.
Walmart Connect is restructuring, cutting jobs while seeking efficiency and growth. Changes follow a 31% growth in fiscal Q1 2026 and the Vizio acquisition. New roles aligned with development program are opening.
Milan Fashion Week unveils its men's collections schedule for Spring 2026. Gucci, Fendi adjust, while new designers debut. Key shows at Pitti Uomo, Paris close the season. Men's fashion focus shifts to September.
Urban Outfitters launches "UO Haul," an experiential marketing campaign targeting Gen Z with scavenger hunts, pop-ups, and collaborations, aiming to boost sales and engagement. Focus: back-to-school.
Oscar Mayer's Wienie 500 features a competitive race with six hot-dog-shaped vehicles. It's a collaboration with Indianapolis Motor Speedway and DraftKings, streamed on Fox Sports. Celebrating summer with friendly competition!
Target faces sales decline due to tariff pressures and DEI backlash. Executive changes and restructuring are underway. Focus on improving customer experience is crucial. Sales drop 3.1% year over year.
Target boosts private label focus aiming for $15B sales by 2030. Introduces 10,000+ new items. Target Circle 360 offers no-markup same-day delivery from 100+ retailers via Shipt, creating a digital mall experience.
Old Navy launches a Disney collaboration featuring Mickey Mouse & friends on Americana-inspired apparel, including flag tees & jean jackets. This marks the first branded IP on Old Navy's signature flag T-shirt and a collaboration between Old Navy and Disney.
Roblox allows brands to sell physical items directly to Gen Z via Shopify integration, connecting virtual and real-world shopping experiences, with digital perks attached. Fenty Beauty is leading the way.
