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NRF Reports Record Number of Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend ShoppersNRF Reports Record Number of Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend Shoppers

Reported numbers surpassed expectations in stores and online.

byJane Neal
Nov 29, 2023|
3 Min Read
Sophie Fain's artwork for Bergdorf Goodman.
Location Based Entertainment
Nest New York Scents Fifth Avenue for the HolidaysNest New York Scents Fifth Avenue for the Holidays
byLicense Global
Nov 22, 2023
2 Min Read
"Wish" activation at a Neiman Marcus location in North Park, Dallas.
Retail News & Trends
Neiman Marcus and Disney Make 'Your Wish Come True'Neiman Marcus and Disney Make 'Your Wish Come True'
byLicense Global
Nov 22, 2023
2 Min Read
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Retail News & Trends
Black Friday Continues to Evolve, Big Spending Still ExpectedBlack Friday Continues to Evolve, Big Spending Still Expected
byJane Neal
Nov 17, 2023
4 Min Read
Rendering of the new "Toys"R"Us flagship.
Retail News & Trends
WHP Global Opens Second Toys”R”Us Flagship Store at Mall of AmericaWHP Global Opens Second Toys”R”Us Flagship Store at Mall of America
byLicense Global
Nov 16, 2023
2 Min Read
Brand Licensing Europe logo, Global Licensing Group
Brand Licensing Europe
Brand Licensing Europe Announces Final Weeks to Apply for 2024 Retail Mentoring ProgrammeBrand Licensing Europe Announces Final Weeks to Apply for 2024 Retail Mentoring Programme
byLicense Global
Nov 15, 2023
3 Min Read
Disney100 Princess Toy Train, Macy’s
Entertainment
Macy’s Expands Disney Collection to Celebrate Disney’s 100th
Macy’s Expands Disney Collection to Celebrate Disney’s 100th
Nov 15, 2023
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3 Min Read
byLicense Global
Aphmau Jewelry
Accessories
Claire’s, Gaming YouTuber, Aphmau, Collab on Accessories and Toys
Claire’s, Gaming YouTuber, Aphmau, Collab on Accessories and Toys
Nov 9, 2023
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1 Min Read
byLicense Global
"Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood" Figure Pack
Toys & Games
‘Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood’ Toys to Arrive at Macy’s Toys"R"Us
‘Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood’ Toys to Arrive at Macy’s Toys"R"Us
Nov 8, 2023
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2 Min Read
byLicense Global
GrêmioMania retail chain, Grêmio Foot-Ball Porto Alegrense, Fama Licensing
Football/Soccer
GrêmioMania Opens First Licensed Soccer Brand Outlet
GrêmioMania Opens First Licensed Soccer Brand Outlet
Nov 7, 2023
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1 Min Read
byLicense Global
Express storefront.
Retail News & Trends
WHP Global Announces International Expansion Plans for Express
WHP Global Announces International Expansion Plans for Express
Nov 7, 2023
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1 Min Read
byLicense Global
“Super Mario” Collection, Pottery Barn Teen
Home
Pottery Barn Teen Announces Collaboration with ‘Super Mario’
Pottery Barn Teen Announces Collaboration with ‘Super Mario’
Nov 6, 2023
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1 Min Read
byLicense Global
Holiday Shopping, Drazen Zigic, iStock / Getty Images Plus
Trends and Insights
National Retail Federation Shares 2023 Holiday Sales Forecast
National Retail Federation Shares 2023 Holiday Sales Forecast
Nov 6, 2023
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3 Min Read
byJane Neal
Mickey & Friends Holiday Village, Disney, Parks Experiences and Products
Retail News & Trends
Disney Launches Mickey & Friends Holiday Village
Disney Launches Mickey & Friends Holiday Village
Nov 5, 2023
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2 Min Read
byLicense Global
Shein logo
Fashion
Shein Acquires Missguided Brand
Shein Acquires Missguided Brand
Oct 31, 2023
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1 Min Read
byLicense Global
Authentic and Shein logos, Authentic
Fashion
Authentic, Shein Annouce Agreement for Forever 21
Authentic, Shein Annouce Agreement for Forever 21
Oct 30, 2023
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2 Min Read
byLicense Global
Shopping cost calculating, Anna Ostanina/Getty Images
Retail News & Trends
Consumers Maintain Holiday Spending Habits
Consumers Maintain Holiday Spending Habits
Oct 30, 2023
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4 Min Read
byJane Neal
Me and the Bees Lemonade stand, Fashion Angels, Mikaila Ulmer
Food & Beverages
Me and The Bees Lemonade Stand Launches at Walmart
Me and The Bees Lemonade Stand Launches at Walmart
Oct 25, 2023
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1 Min Read
byLicense Global
Outfit in mystylelab.
New Media/Social
Macy’s Launches New Digital Fashion Platform
Macy’s Launches New Digital Fashion Platform
Oct 24, 2023
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2 Min Read
byLicense Global
"Star Wars" gifts.
Retail News & Trends
‘Star Wars’ – the Brand Saga Continues
‘Star Wars’ – the Brand Saga Continues
Oct 24, 2023
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3 Min Read
byJane Neal
Sanrio-themed store, Margo City Store, Indonesia, MINISO
Retail News & Trends
MINISO Opens Sanrio-Themed Store in Indonesia
MINISO Opens Sanrio-Themed Store in Indonesia
Oct 23, 2023
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1 Min Read
byLicense Global
UMG retail destination, Tokyo, Universal Music Group
Retail News & Trends
Universal Music Japan Opens Retail Destination in Tokyo
Universal Music Japan Opens Retail Destination in Tokyo
Oct 23, 2023
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2 Min Read
byLicense Global
Some of the Fenty Snackz.
Beauty & Cosmetics
Fenty Beauty is Coming to Ulta Beauty at Target
Fenty Beauty is Coming to Ulta Beauty at Target
Oct 12, 2023
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1 Min Read
byLicense Global
MINI MINISO Store, Shaftsbury Avenue, London
Retail News & Trends
MINISO Opens MINI MINISO store on Shaftesbury Avenue, London
MINISO Opens MINI MINISO store on Shaftesbury Avenue, London
Sep 27, 2023
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1 Min Read
byLicense Global
Piñata Smashlings plush collection, Toikido
Toys & Games
Piñata Smashlings Toy Range Hits the Shelves of U.K. Retailers
Piñata Smashlings Toy Range Hits the Shelves of U.K. Retailers
Sep 22, 2023
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1 Min Read
byLicense Global
Melissa & Doug Retail Store, The Westchester mall, White Plains, N.Y.
Retail News & Trends
Melissa & Doug Open First Retail Store
Melissa & Doug Open First Retail Store
Sep 20, 2023
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2 Min Read
byLicense Global
Licensing Awards 2023
Events
Licensing Awards 2023 Winners Announced
Licensing Awards 2023 Winners Announced
Sep 13, 2023
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2 Min Read
byLicense Global
Rendering of the Princess Polly store.
Retail News & Trends
Princess Polly Lands in Los Angeles for First U.S. Store
Princess Polly Lands in Los Angeles for First U.S. Store
Sep 12, 2023
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2 Min Read
byLicense Global
Pokémon Rinascente store takeover, Rome, Italy, The Pokémon Company International
Retail News & Trends
Pokémon and Rinascente Present Store Takeover in Rome
Pokémon and Rinascente Present Store Takeover in Rome
Sep 4, 2023
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2 Min Read
byLicense Global
Strawberry Shortcake and her cat Custard.
Branded Products
WildBrain CPLG Inks Partnership with MINISO
WildBrain CPLG Inks Partnership with MINISO
Aug 31, 2023
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2 Min Read
byLicense Global
Yuji Sakai Best Works Selection “Godzilla” (2004) poster version statue.
Entertainment
The Godzilla Store is Now Open
The Godzilla Store is Now Open
Aug 31, 2023
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1 Min Read
byLicense Global
Shein and SPARC logos, respectively.
Retail News & Trends
SHEIN and SPARC Group Form Strategic Partnership
SHEIN and SPARC Group Form Strategic Partnership
Aug 25, 2023
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2 Min Read
byLicense Global
Nadiya Hussain Schwartz recipe kits & seasonings range
Food & Beverages
Schwartz Partners with Nadiya Hussain on Cooking Range
Schwartz Partners with Nadiya Hussain on Cooking Range
Aug 14, 2023
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1 Min Read
byLicense Global
Mary Lewis, Spotlight.1888
Licensing Resources
Spotlight.1888 Appoints Mary Lewis as Retail Manager
Spotlight.1888 Appoints Mary Lewis as Retail Manager
Jul 31, 2023
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1 Min Read
byLicense Global
Retail News & Trends
Another Record for Back-to-School Spending for 2023
Another Record for Back-to-School Spending for 2023
Jul 27, 2023
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4 Min Read
byJane Neal
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