NEWS & FEATURES - RETAIL/RESTAURANTS


Two Remain in Levi's Pitch
The retailer has narrowed the review of U.S. creative duties on its core brand. » More



Judge Beats on Bratz
With an injunction granted against MGA Entertainment, Mattel gains control of the toy brand. » More



Jordan Brand Hopes Campaign Will 'Become Legendary'
Nike division launches effort to emulate the success of 'Just Do It.' » More



Deutsch Reunites with Sports Authority
Agency will handle media planning, buying duties for the sporting goods retailer. » More



Feil Reveals Resolution For the New Walgreens
CMO Kim Feil on how the retailer is differentiating itself from drug store competition. » More



Adidas Originals Gets First U.S. TV Push
Katy Perry, Method Man, David Beckham star in 'House Party' spot for lifestyle brand. » More



BBDO Refills with Starbucks
Rebounding from Pepsi loss, agency grabs coffee chain's account. » More



Subway Signs Michael Phelps
Olympic gold medalist joins growing roster of athlete endorsers. » More



7-Eleven to Sell Videogames
Targeting consumer core of men 18-34, c-store taps into $12 billion videogaming industry. » More



Kmart's Hot Xmas Idea: Layaway
Discount chain CMO says gambit is getting traction, and a leg up on Wal-Mart, Target. » More



Gap's Holiday Effort 'Merry Mixes It' with Celebs
Online campaign features stars performing renditions of holiday classics. » More



Puma Shifts Creative to Droga5
New work breaks next year, with branding efforts and ads for specific products in the mix. » More



Sears Grants Wishes for the Holidays
Retailer to help ‘Heroes at Home’ as part of new seasonal campaign. » More



Wake Up Call
Shuttering stores and scalded by hot competition, Starbucks is facing the fight of its 37-year life. Shareholders want action. The company says it has a plan. But can the coffee brand really get its mojo back? » More



Lowe's Intros Holiday Push with a Touch of Magic
'Let's Holiday' campaign touts shopping experience at stores, not value message. » More



Update: Outback Steakhouse Picks Lowe as Lead Agency
IPG shop wins creative for restaurant chain account following review. » More



CiCi's Pizza Puts 'Five Bucks and Change' on the Menu
Fast-casual chain hopes to entice cash-strapped consumers with value offering. » More



Hill, Holliday Adds More Dunkin'
The coffee chain expanded relationship with agency, adding digital media planning and buying. » More



Levi's Hires OMD After Zenith Talks Fail
Agency will handle media buying, planning on Levi's namesake and Docker's brands. » More



Macy's Asks Consumers to 'Believe'
Star-studded holiday campaign draws inspiration from 'Yes, Virginia' letter from 1897. » More



Adidas Intros Global Push
Campaign includes Web-based movies with NBA stars. » More



Levi's Eyes Zenith for Media
The pending selection was made after a review that the apparel maker commenced in August. » More



Dollar menu
Value Meal Marketing Invaluable for Restaurants
NPD reports price promotions are keeping the restaurant industry in the black despite negative economic forces. » More



McD's Continues Winning Streak
Trading down, value offers, coffee, redesigned outlets prompt 11% jump in 3Q profits. » More



Update: Levi Puts Creative Under Review
Bartle Bogle Hegarty won't defend the jean brand's American business, but remains aboard for creative assignments in Europe and Asia. » More

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