July 1 - Gap to close all UK, Ireland stores | Genesco clashes with activist investor

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Daily Dive July​ 1,​ 2021 | Today's news and insights for retail leaders   BROUGHT TO YOU BY — IBM Don't just survive. Thrive. To succeed through uncertainty, use continuous integrated planning based on predictive insights. Plan for business resilience today.   UPDATED The running list of major retail deals in 2021 After inking a $1.6 billion deal to buy Depop, Etsy is making plans to acquire Elo7, the "Etsy of Brazil," to grow its presence in Latin America. Genesco battles activist investor over board, go-forward strategy In the latest salvo, the company accused an investment firm of putting forward "misinformation, misleading claims, and superficial suggestions." All Gap company stores in U.K., Ireland to close As Gap Inc. tightens its belt at its namesake brand, its overseas operations are shrinking, with new partnerships in France and Italy also announced. Sponsored Content by BIGCOMMERCE Sell B2B and B2C — on 1 ecommerce platform Connect with every shopper — from business buyers to consumers — with the fast, flexible ecommerce platform for all your needs. Make the move to BigCommerce today. Deep Dive The rise of DTC holding companies Why the founders of Pattern Brands, Very Great and Win Brands Group are betting on the power of building multiple brands under one umbrella. Casper to sell through Mattress Warehouse As the DTC brand expands its wholesale deals, the traditional mattress and furniture stores it was lauded for disrupting are now making the cut. Brooklinen secures investment from private equity firm Freeman Spogli The DTC bedding brand said it will leverage the partnership to further grow its e-commerce, retail and wholesale businesses. Back-to-school shopping to rise 9% in 2021: KPMG Amid economic recovery from the pandemic, a new survey predicts parents will spend more this year on school supplies, apparel and footwear. Read more news Featured Resources FROM: Checkout.com Grow your revenues with an unrivaled payments experience. [Industry Research] The new state of retail: how digital payments will cut costs, unlock revenue and deliver new customer experiences [Practical Guide] How to optimize payments authorization rates and unlock more revenue [Case Study] Cheerz increases monthly revenues by €150,000 with optimized payments performance From Our Library Playbook Five Cornerstones of the Perfect Delivery That Every Retailer Must Master Oracle Playbook The Essential New Role of Safety for Businesses in COVID Global Industrial Webinar - on demand Unlocking Personalization Using Customer Data Amperity Webinar - on demand How AI Can Optimize Your Brand Language Phrasee Webinar - on demand Digital Transformation: Have Gift Cards Been Left Behind? GiftNow View all resources What We're Reading CNBC Gap’s Yeezy brand with Kanye West could tally nearly $1 billion in sales in first year, Wells Fargo says Women's Wear Daily The Purpose in CEO Pay, Fashion Evolves Business of Fashion Why Fashion Needs Chief Brand Officers Modern Retail More brands are hitting the road this summer with traveling showrooms Glossy Traditional beauty brands are morphing into personal care brands Suggest a story we should read Upcoming Events How to Stay Ahead in an Evolving Retail Landscape July 1, 2021 - July 1, 2021 | Webinar 2pm ET How to Innovate with Certainty: A Case Study with Everipe July 14, 2021 - July 14, 2021 | Webinar 2pm ET 7 Ways to Reinvigorate the in-Store Shopping Experience July 20, 2021 - July 20, 2021 | Webinar 2pm ET Business Text Messaging: Top Insights for Success July 28, 2021 - July 28, 2021 | Webinar 2pm ET Dive Into a Topic Technology Marketing DTC Operations Distressed Retail Store Concepts Consumer Trends Financial News Share Retail Dive: Daily Dive with others and get rewarded. You've referred 0 readers. To become an official Dive Insider, just successfully refer 10 contacts to Retail Dive: Daily Dive. Here's your link to share: https://www.retaildive.com/signup/insiders/?signup_referred_by=60a5c3aa567ee621a1070bb0

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