GameStop Exploring a Buyout

| Daniela Forte

GameStop Corp. confirmed it is in “exploratory discussions” with third parties regarding a potential acquisition but said there are “no assurances” that any deal will result from the discussions. See which private equity firm has expressed interest in the gaming retailer.

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GameStop to Close Several Stores

| Daniela Forte

More and more retailers are closing stores and other one joins the list. GameStop is planning to close about 150 of its stores in 2017. See what plans the retailer has going forward for 2017.

Can Beaconing Make Shopping In Physical Stores Cool Again?

| Sam Cinquegrani

Retailers struggle with making their in-store shopping experience as fresh and novel as the online experience, with its endless aisles, one-click checkout, and limitless two-dimensional design potential. Beaconing gives a retailer the ability to digitally serve the customer, while in their store, with a plethora of offers and services. Here’s how retailers can do beaconing right, and how it has worked for Gamestop.