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Chain Store Age is the nation’s leading provider of retail news and analysis for retail headquarters executives across all sectors of the industry, both in print and online. CSA reports on and analyzes trends and strategies in all areas of store operations and store development, including technology, marketing, human resources, finance, store design & construction, facilities management and real estate.
In addition to a print magazine (published six times annually), CSA offers a variety of digital products, including a rich and robust web site, a daily e-newsletter and category-specific newsletters in store development and facilities and real estate. Source
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| Scope | National, Trade/B2B |
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| Language | English |
| Country | United States of America |
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Search ArticlesFirst Look: Gen Z fashion brand Cider expanding in brick and mortar
Cider's newest store at Westfield Valley Fair in San Jose, Calif. (Image courtesy of Cider) A digital-first, trend-driven fashion brand known for its affordable prices and strong social media following has unveiled its second permanent store — with more to come. Cider has opened at Westfield Valley Fair in San, Jose, Calif. The brand plans to expand with a third location in November, at Los Cerritos Center, in Cerritos, Calif.
Study reveals ‘often-overlooked’ sources of online cart abandonment
Half (51%) of Americans have abandoned an online purchase at some point because they forgot a password. Online shoppers — especially those belonging to a certain generation — have little patience when it comes to password and log-in problems. While forgotten password may seem like a minor inconvenience, a new study suggests it’s costing online businesses sales.
Costco August sales up 9,9% amid higher gas prices, digital growth
Costco currently operates 939 warehouses, including 647 in the United States and Puerto Rico. Costco Wholesale Corp. maintained momentum in August as its average worldwide transaction increased, boosted by higher gas prices. The membership warehouse giant reported that its net sales increased 9.9% to $23.70 billion in August. For the 16-week fourth quarter, net sales increased 11.3% to $93.9 billion. Total company comparable sales rose 8.4% in August.
Pilot deploys fast food kiosks; supports third-party apps and delivery
Pilot is rolling out fast food order kiosks. Pilot Company is expanding the range of options for ordering from several fast food chain locations in its store network. Pilot, which is North America’s largest travel center operator, is modernizing the ordering experience at its fast-food restaurants by installing ordering kiosks and adopting the same technology platforms used by restaurant partners Wendy’s, Arby’s and Subway.
Real Estate Roundup: August update
August had its fair share of retail real estate development news, tenant updates, property acquisitions and more. Here are some of the biggest real estate news stories from the month as reported by Chain Store Age (starting with the most recent). •Trademark acquires neighborhood center in Austin Fort Worth-based Trademark Property Company has purchased Oak Hill Plaza in Austin, in partnership with Cohen & Steers, a global investment manager.
Lululemon reports tough quarter, slashes outlook
The company ended the quarter with 825 stores. Heidi O’Neill has her work cut out for her as she takes the reins of Lululemon Athletica Inc. The athleisure retailer reported another tough quarter as its core North American business continues to drag down sales. The company, which has faced increasing competition from newer brands, once again lowered its revenue and profit outlook for the year, and reduced its store opening plans to about 35 net new locations from 40.
Chipotle begins expansion into Asia with Seoul debut
Chipotle has made its debut in Asia. (Image courtesy of Chipotle) Chipotle Mexican Grill has once again touched down in a major international market. The fast-casual Mexican restaurant chain has opened its first location in Asia, in the Seocho District of Seoul, South Korea.
Retail Technology News: August update
Leveraging “Turbo-chef” powered cooking, data-driven intelligence and touch-screen technology, users can create an on-demand CPK pizza in as little as 90 seconds. (Image courtesy of CPK) Retailers in August 2026 focused technology efforts in areas including automated kiosks, tap to pay and digital twins. Here are some of the most noteworthy and innovative technology stories as reported by Chain Store Age in August, starting with the most recent.
Three cool pricing rollouts from a hot summer
The summer is drawing to a close, but leading-edge pricing solutions implemented by retailers will deliver value for years to come. Once again, summer has drifted by while everyone was busy hitting the beach or heading for the mountains. Technically, a few weeks remain in what always seems to be fastest season of all, but this is a good time to look back at some of the cool pricing management tools deployed by retailers in summer 2026.
Bain & Co.: U.S. holiday sales to exceed $1 trillion for first time
Holiday sales are expected to jump 4.5%. An early 2026 holiday forecast has mostly good news for retailers. U.S. retail sales during the upcoming November-December holiday season are poised to set a new record with 4.5% year-over-year growth driving total sales to more than $1 trillion for the first time, according to the Bain & Company 2026 holiday forecast. The increase is well ahead of the 3.5% year-over-year rise recorded in 2025 holiday sales.