Saks Fifth Avenue

Planned Saks Fifth Avenue-Neiman Marcus Deal Passes Regulatory Hurdle
Planned Saks Fifth Avenue-Neiman Marcus Deal Passes Regulatory Hurdle
August 21, 2024  |  Acquisitions

The planned acquisition of Neiman Marcus Group (NMG) by HBC, the parent company of Saks Fifth Avenue, is one step nearer to closing. The waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino...

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Saks Reportedly Misses Hundreds of Thousands in Vendor Payments 
Saks Reportedly Misses Hundreds of Thousands in Vendor Payments 
August 05, 2024  |  Retail

Amid a merger worth $2.6 billion, Saks reportedly owes vendors hundreds of thousands. The luxury retailer, which last month announced it was merging with Neiman Marcus, has missed payments to dozens of...

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Personalized Luxury: The Key to Winning Wealthy Shoppers
Personalized Luxury: The Key to Winning Wealthy Shoppers
July 19, 2024  |  Retail

In an era where luxury is becoming increasingly defined by personalization, wealthy consumers are demanding that brands innovate, tailoring their offerings to match their individual...

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Report: Barneys New York Aims to Expand Product Offerings, Distribution
Report: Barneys New York Aims to Expand Product Offerings, Distribution
July 12, 2024  |  Retail

Barneys New York reportedly plans to expand both its product offerings and its distribution if the planned acquisition of Neiman Marcus Group by the owner...

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Luxury Brands and Retailers Rethink Strategy Amid Economic Challenges
Luxury Brands and Retailers Rethink Strategy Amid Economic Challenges
July 10, 2024  |  Retail

With the high cost of maintaining a luxury brand, key players are making major decisions, changing the way they operate to navigate the current challenging...

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Saks eCommerce Chief: Amazon Can Boost Success of Neiman Merger
Saks eCommerce Chief: Amazon Can Boost Success of Neiman Merger
July 05, 2024  |  Retail

When Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus merge, Amazon’s tech will help them thrive. That’s according to Marc Metrick, CEO of Saks’ online operations, speaking to Bloomberg News Thursday (July 4). This was one...

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Report: Amazon Taking Minority Stake as Saks Buys Neiman Marcus
Report: Amazon Taking Minority Stake as Saks Buys Neiman Marcus
July 03, 2024  |  Acquisitions

Saks Fifth Avenue parent company HBC will reportedly buy rival Neiman Marcus, with Amazon taking a minority stake in the new company. The boards of...

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Trouble Ahead for Department Stores as Luxury Brands Move Direct-to-Consumer
Trouble Ahead for Department Stores as Luxury Brands Move Direct-to-Consumer
February 12, 2024  |  Retail

As luxury brands increasingly find ways to create direct relationships with their customers, high-end department store chains are facing new challenges. Ralph Lauren, for its...

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Saks Gets into EV Sales in Bid to Drive Digital Engagement
Saks Gets into EV Sales in Bid to Drive Digital Engagement
February 06, 2024  |  Retail

As brick-and-mortar retailers look for new ways to remain relevant amid commerce’s digital transformation, Saks Fifth Avenue is turning its focus to automotive sales in...

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