U.S. grocery unit sales declined for the fifth consecutive month, raising new questions about the long-term health of the grocery industry. Chris Walton and Josh Hahn discuss what's driving the slowdown, from inflation and SNAP changes to GLP-1 medications, online grocery, and shifting consumer shopping habits. ▶️ Watch the full…
In this week's OmniTalk Retail Fast Five, sponsored by the A&M Consumer and Retail Group, Mirakl, Ocampo Capital, Quorso, Veloq, and R&S Logistics, Chris Walton was joined by Josh Hahn of J Recruiting Services (formerly Meijer and Sports Authority) to break down the week's biggest retail stories, from Gap turning…
David's Bridal has launched a new outlet shop-in-shop concept, combining discounted dresses with its traditional bridal shopping experience. Chris Walton and Josh Hahn debate whether luxury and value can successfully coexist under one roof, why bridal retail is different from traditional apparel, and how thoughtful merchandising could make this concept…
Gap Inc. is expanding its creator affiliate program to employees across Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic, and Athleta, allowing staff to earn commissions by becoming brand influencers. Chris Walton and Josh Hahn discuss why employees may be a brand's most authentic creators, how retailers can scale employee-generated content, and whether…
Managing local delivery across multiple platforms just got simplified. Shopify and DoorDash have rolled out a native integration, enabling US brick-and-mortar merchants to push their product catalogs directly to DoorDash right from their Shopify admin dashboard. We discuss the operational impacts of this feature, focusing on how seamless inventory integration…
Imagine sipping a curated glass of wine while doing your weekly grocery shopping. Kroger is making that a reality with a new 130-bottle wine shop concept featuring full tasting bars and trained staff. Currently being tested in the Cincinnati-Dayton division, this move aims to elevate the standard supermarket experience. While…
Marc Lore is a master salesperson who has successfully sold multiple companies for large sums of money in the past. However, as many retail insiders note, those companies don't really exist in the same form anymore. Now, with Wonder gearing up for a 2027 IPO after securing a $9 billion…
The European Union’s ban on destroying unsold clothing, accessories, and footwear has officially taken effect for large companies. As part of the broader Eco Design for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR), large retailers can no longer destroy unsold apparel. An estimated 4% to 9% of unsold textiles in Europe were previously…
Would you let a screenless, moving AI speaker become a "living companion" in your home? OpenAI is reportedly developing its first hardware device for a 2027 launch, aiming to build a deeply personal AI companion. While voice-activated tech has massive potential, we look at the major tech challenges that still…
Watch the full episode of Confessions of Supply Chain Executives with Amir Khoshniyati, Vice President, Wiliot, and Kay Irwin, National Practice Lead, Connected Assets & Smart Supply Chain Practice, AT&T here: https://youtu.be/ywGz01vhq9g
Watch the full video with Simon-Kucher’s Shikha Jain here: https://youtube.com/live/C_hl5gJylTM
Watch the full video with Simbe’s Caitlin Allen here: https://youtu.be/ZcFEzhkE6kI
The Fall retail conference season is right around the corner. NRF Paris, Groceryshop, Shoptalk Fall, NACS, and many, many others are just weeks away, and so Omni Talk figured what better way to get ready for the upcoming season than to put together our primer of the must-see tech that…
Watch the full video with Simon-Kucher’s Shikha Jain here: https://youtube.com/live/C_hl5gJylTM
Watch the full video with Simbe’s Caitlin Allen here: https://youtu.be/ZcFEzhkE6kI
Watch the full episode of Confessions of Supply Chain Executives with Amir Khoshniyati, Vice President, Wiliot, and Kay Irwin, National Practice Lead, Connected Assets & Smart Supply Chain Practice, AT&T here: https://youtu.be/ywGz01vhq9g
A meteorite with "alien world chemistry" sparked one unexpected conversation. Alex Brakebill joins Chris Walton to share the closest he's ever come to a UFO encounter, why one grainy photo left him skeptical, and how the conversation quickly turned into comedy. Watch the full Omni Talk Retail Fast Five episode:…
The first trailer for Avengers: Doomsday is here, but does it live up to the hype? Alex Brakebill joins Chris Walton to share what has him most excited about Marvel's next blockbuster, from Captain America's mysterious teaser to the possibility of familiar faces making a return. Watch the full Omni…
National Ice Cream Day sparked a family tradition that's hard to beat. Brandon Pezely of the A&M Consumer & Retail Group joins Chris Walton to share his family's homemade dessert tradition, why they make fresh custard and snow cones every summer, and the surprisingly delicious flavor combination inspired by a…
Lionel Messi's World Cup journey may have come to an end, but what legacy does he leave behind? Alex Brakebill joins Chris Walton to reflect on Messi's remarkable World Cup career, the greatness that defined a generation, and the humanity of seeing one of football's all-time legends take his final…
Wonder is betting big on the future of food delivery, but is the concept built to last? Alex Brakebill of the A&M Consumer & Retail Group joins Chris Walton to explain why he's skeptical of Wonder's long-term potential, where the business model makes sense, and why consumer behavior may be…
Kroger is testing curated wine shops and tasting bars, but could this be the differentiation grocery retail needs? Brandon Pezely of the A&M Consumer & Retail Group joins Chris Walton to explain why he's bullish on Kroger's latest concept, why retailers should always be testing new ideas, and how specialty…
