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Williams-Sonoma Launches Dormify to Address Dorm Living & Space-Saving Solutions

by Katie Lee

San Francisco — Williams-Sonoma, Inc., the world’s largest digital-first, design-led and sustainable home retailer, has launched its 10th brand, Dormify. Designed to meet the evolving needs of students and young consumers navigating dormitories and compact living environments, Dormify offers a curated, modern assortment of stylish and highly functional home furnishings. Through the newly launched Dormify website, customers can engage with the brand’s inspirational content, design their dream bed, build a personalized wish list, access curated checklists and receive complimentary design and shopping guidance. “Dormify represents a powerful opportunity to meet …

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Casey’s Expands Partnership with SoundHound AI Across More Than 2,600 Stores

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Santa Clara, Calif. — SoundHound AI, Inc., a global leader in voice and conversational AI, has renewed and expanded its long-standing partnership with Casey’s, the third-largest convenience retailer in the United States. The expanded deal highlights the strength of the collaboration, as SoundHound’s AI-powered ordering agents have already supported Casey’s in handling more than 21 million guest interactions, successfully processing millions of food orders. Casey’s has deployed the technology across more than 2,600 locations, helping ensure guests can place orders quickly and easily. Casey’s is focused on delivering convenient, high-quality …

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Sonic Automotive Grows Powersports Division by Acquiring 5 Harley-Davidson Dealerships

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Charlotte, N.C. — Sonic Automotive, Inc., one of the nation’s largest automotive and powersports retailers, has significantly expanded its Sonic Powersports division through the acquisition of five new Harley-Davidson dealerships across California, Florida, Georgia and North Carolina. “This acquisition represents a pivotal step in our long term growth plan for Sonic Automotive, extending our reach within the high-growth powersports business and further diversifying our business portfolio,” says David B. Smith, chairman and chief executive officer of Sonic Automotive. “Our proven ability to integrate and scale operations, coupled with our relentless …

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Best Buy Unveils CEO Succession Plans

by Katie Lee

Minneapolis — The board of directors of Best Buy Co., Inc. has selected Jason Bonfig, the company’s chief customer, product and fulfillment officer, to succeed Corie Barry as the next chief executive officer at Best Buy. Barry will step down from her roles as CEO and member of the board at the end of third quarter on Oct. 31 of this year. Bonfig will also join the board at that time. Bonfig’s appointment as the sixth CEO in the company’s 60-year history is the result of an extensive process conducted …

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MINISO USA Partners with NEST to Streamline Facilities Management Across U.S. Stores

by Katie Lee

Philadelphia — NEST, a national provider of integrated facilities management (IFM) solutions, has partnered with MINISO USA to serve as its facilities management partner for more than 300 MINISO stores across the United States. NEST will deliver a full-service IFM solution designed to streamline operations, reduce complexity and support store performance as the MINISO brand continues to expand in the U.S. NEST will manage a broad range of services, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, lighting and general maintenance across MINISO stores. The partnership includes vendor management, service coordination, analytics and operational …

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Primark to Open Flagship Store in Manhattan’s Herald Square in May

by Katie Lee

New York City — Primark, an international value fashion retailer, plans to open a flagship Herald Square store in Manhattan’s PENN DISTRICT on May 8. Located at 150 W 34th St., directly across from Penn Station, the new Manhattan flagship marks a defining moment for Primark in the U.S. and a major milestone in its U.S. expansion. The new store will stand alongside the brand’s flagship stores in other fashion capitals such as London, Milan, Madrid and Rome. Spanning more than 54,000 square feet of retail space, the Herald Square …

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Walmart to Remodel More Than 650 U.S. Stores in 2026

by Katie Lee

Bentonville, Ark. — Nationally, Walmart is planning remodels at more than 650 Supercenters and Neighborhood Markets this year, as well as opening 20 new stores in 2026 and early 2027. This investment is intended to create jobs, help strengthen local economies and make shopping faster and more convenient for its customers. In early 2024, Walmart committed to opening or converting more than 150 new locations while continuing to update the stores in its portfolio. This year’s investment includes: • More than 650 scheduled remodels to Supercenters and Neighborhood Markets • …

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The Spice & Tea Exchange Signs 7 New Deals Across Oklahoma and Virginia

by Katie Lee

St. Augustine, Fla. — The Spice & Tea Exchange®, a specialty retail franchise, has signed seven new development deals across Oklahoma and Virginia, including two separate three-unit agreements in Virginia. The newly signed agreements include: • One development deal in Guthrie, Okla. • Two, three-unit development deals in Virginia: Fredericksburg, Charlottesville and Roanoke. • Lexington, plus two additional territories to be announced. These deals build upon the brand’s existing footprint in Sulphur, Okla., and Richmond and Williamsburg, Va., markets that have demonstrated strong consumer demand for The Spice & Tea …

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Rural King Celebrates 150th Store Opening

by Katie Lee

Mattoon, Ill. — Rural King, a family-owned retailer dedicated to the rural lifestyle, has openede its newest store in Sebring, Fla., marking its 150th location nationwide. Serving rural America since 1960, Rural King has grown into a trusted resource for the communities it serves. The new Sebring location offers a convenient destination for farm and home essentials, including livestock and pet supplies, workwear, power equipment, tools, automotive products and seasonal merchandise. “Opening our 150th store in Sebring is an incredible milestone for Rural King,” says Michael Ladd, chief operating officer …

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CaratLane, a Leading Fine Jewelry Brand in India, Opens Second U.S. Store

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Dallas — CaratLane, a Tata product and India’s leading omnichannel fine jewelry brand, has launched its second U.S. retail store in Frisco, Texas, near Dallas. The 1,200-square-foot boutique marks a significant milestone in the brand’s global journey, furthering its mission to make Indian jewelry accessible to Indians across the world. Frisco has emerged as one of the fastest-growing Indian hubs in the U.S., with a vibrant cultural community and rising demand for Indian products and experiences. Located within the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex, the new store is strategically positioned to serve …

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