RetailMeNot Kicks Off First-Ever Summer Issue & New 'Chief Capri Officer' Search: Get Paid to Shop & Style the Season's Hottest Fashion Trend
Rhea-AI Summary
RetailMeNot (NASDAQ:ZD) launched its first Summer Issue savings event and a search for a paid Chief Capri Officer. Running June 4-8, 2026, the Summer Issue features stackable promo codes, cash back and exclusive deals across fashion, beauty, travel and more.
New survey data shows rising demand for polished, versatile styles like capris, with 28% of women planning to buy a pair this summer.
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News Market Reaction – ZD
In the Jun 4 session, ZD gained 7.66%, reflecting a notable positive market reaction. Our momentum scanner triggered 8 alerts that day, indicating moderate trading interest and price volatility.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
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Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | 24h Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 01 | Partnership announcement | Positive | -1.6% | Red River named Ookla’s first North American Platinum Speedtest Certified partner. |
| May 19 | Conference participation | Neutral | +1.7% | Planned participation in 2026 Evercore TMT Global Conference without formal webcast. |
| May 07 | Earnings release | Negative | -5.3% | Q1 2026 results with lower revenue and operating income, guidance deferred. |
| Apr 21 | Conference participation | Neutral | -0.2% | Announcement of appearance at J.P. Morgan Global TMC Conference with webcast. |
| Apr 15 | Earnings date set | Positive | +2.9% | Scheduled Q1 2026 earnings and detailed sale of Connectivity division. |
24h Move is the share-price change in the day after each event; other market factors may also have contributed.
Across recent events, ZD often trades in the same direction as news tone, with one notable divergence where a seemingly positive partnership coincided with a price decline.
Over the last few months, ZD has reported mixed fundamentals and steady corporate activity. On May 7, 2026, Q1 results showed revenue of $267.6M and sharply lower operating income, and the stock fell about 5.29%. Earlier, an earnings date announcement on April 15 tied to the planned sale of the Connectivity division saw shares rise roughly 2.85%. Conference participation updates in April and May produced minor moves, while a June 1 partnership headline drew a modest negative reaction.
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- RetailMeNot's Summer Issue savings event runs June 4-8, featuring stackable deals, shopping inspiration and seasonal savings across top retailers
- New summer research reveals
Y2K -inspired fashion resurgence and growing demand for polished, versatile alternatives like capris
RetailMeNot's Summer Issue is a new summer savings event running June 4-8 designed to help consumers save on everything they need for the season. Curated to feel like a go-to summer magazine for inspiration and savings, the event brings together promo codes, cash back offers and exclusive deals from top retailers to help shoppers save on everyday summer essentials. Participating retailers span key categories including fashion, beauty, travel and more, with brands such as Ulta, Ray-Ban, Expedia, Kendra Scott and Macy's.
New summer consumer data from RetailMeNot suggests capris are emerging as one of the season's standout fashion trends, with
"The Chief Capri Officer search brings one of summer's top trends to life in a way that's fun, relatable, and rooted in real shopping behavior," said Stephanie Carls, Retail Insights Expert at RetailMeNot. "Half of millennial women prefer capris over shorts across occasions. That's a movement, and the Summer Issue is the perfect place to shop it."
Survey Data Signals a Shift in Summer Style
Findings from RetailMeNot's summer consumer survey* reveal a clear shift in how women are approaching warm-weather dressing:
50% of Millennial women say capris are more appropriate than shorts for brunch or casual dining.- Only
11% of women believe shorts work across all summer occasions. 28% of women plan to purchase capris this summer, making them one of the topY2K -inspired fashion trends.
Together, the data suggests that shoppers are embracing styles that feel both practical and elevated, easily transitioning from casual outings to more social settings.
RetailMeNot's Chief Capri Officer Program
RetailMeNot will select one Chief Capri Officer to showcase how capris fit into real-life summer wardrobes. The chosen candidate will receive a
To learn more or apply to be RetailMeNot's Chief Capri Officer, visit RetailMeNot.com/CCO
RetailMeNot's Summer Issue can be explored at RetailMeNot.com/Summer
How to Apply
Consumers can apply between June 4 and June 18, 2026. Applicants must be
To enter:
- Submit a short application at RetailMeNot.com/CCO
- Share why you're the ideal CCO and how you would style capris this summer.
The selected winner will:
- Receive a
$5,000 - Create user-generated content featuring capri styling and have the opportunity to be featured across RetailMeNot's social channels.
*Survey Methodology: Source: RetailMeNot Summer 2026 Spending Survey among adults from 18 to 44. N=896. Fielded in April 2026
About RetailMeNot Group: The RetailMeNot Group brings together leading shopping, savings, and deal discovery brands that help people shop smarter and help businesses connect with high-intent consumers at moments of purchase. The RetailMeNot Group portfolio includes RetailMeNot, Offers.com, BlackFriday.com, TechBargains, Deals of America and R BrandWorks, reaching millions of consumers through trusted social content, real-time deals, cash back, and seasonal shopping moments. RetailMeNot Group operates as part of Ziff Davis, a leading digital media and internet company. To learn more, visit www.ziffdavis.com/brands/shopping
About Ziff Davis: Ziff Davis (Nasdaq: ZD) is a vertically focused digital media and internet company whose portfolio includes leading brands in technology, entertainment, shopping, health, cybersecurity, and martech. For more information, visit www.ziffdavis.com.
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