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March 23, 2023
Bed Bath & Beyond’s back-to-college business is up for grabs
The back-to-college furnishings business has long been dominated by Bed Bath & Beyond, which is now fending off bankruptcy. Yet few retail alternatives have stepped up to become the new go-to dorm source, says Warren Shoulberg.
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March 16, 2023
Williams-Sonoma keeps on winning
In its Q4 earnings call, Williams-Sonoma released results that beat analyst forecasts, even amid some “demand choppiness.” Warren Shoulberg explains why brand leadership expects to continue capturing market share.
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February 23, 2023
Sunday Citizen is betting the farm on softness
Once a maker of hotel bedding, Sunday Citizen is getting into the residential market. In a crowded category, the brand is hoping that a single-minded focus on one quality will help it stand out.
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February 16, 2023
Bed Bath & Beyond bought some time. Will it be enough?
After landing funding to stave off bankruptcy, Bed Bath & Beyond has announced a new strategy that’s long on optimism but short on specifics. Warren Shoulberg translates what the corporate PR messaging really means.
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February 9, 2023
Top takeaways from the winter home and gift shows
Vendors at this season’s wholesale trade shows were pleasantly surprised by strong attendance numbers in spite of a purchasing preference for lower-end goods, reports Warren Shoulberg.
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February 2, 2023
Casper remakes its bed with a big wholesale push
Having gone from private to public and back again, Casper’s latest business strategy entails expanding its distribution net in order to capture a bigger slice of the wholesale market.
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