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- 10/27/2021
Starbucks raising wages to as high as $23 per hour; adding recruiters
Starbucks is raising pay for U.S. employees as the company deals with a labor shortage and a union challenge. - 10/26/2021
Study suggests overlooked reason why retail workers aren’t returning
It’s not just about the pay. - 10/26/2021
Ikea bringing new retail concept to the West Coast
Ikea is continuing its push to be more accessible to customers by opening new store formats in city centers. - 10/26/2021
NRF predicts highest holiday sales on record
The upcoming holiday shopping season promises to be one for the record books despite supply chain problems, according to a new forecast. - 10/26/2021
McDonald’s partners with IBM to further automation of drive-thru lanes
McDonald’s is partnering with a tech giant to speed the development of its artificial intelligence capabilities. - 10/26/2021
Ikea buys iconic Topshop flagship store in London
Ikea is going to set up shop in the heart of one of London’s most popular shopping areas. - 10/25/2021
Sweetgreen files IPO; plans to double store footprint
Sweetgreen officially filed for its initial public offering, joined the growing list of restaurant chains entering the public arena. - 10/25/2021
Consumer confidence rises in October
Consumer confidence increased in October after three consecutive monthly declines. - 10/25/2021
JC Penney names CEO, chairman
A former executive of Levi Strauss & Co. and Walmart has been named chief executive of JC Penney. - 10/24/2021
Truck driver shortage hits all-time high — could double by 2030
A shortage of truck drivers is a big part of the country’s supply chain problems. - 10/24/2021
Retailers set for a happy Halloween
Candy sales are skyrocketing as consumers get ready to celebrate Halloween. - 10/24/2021
Allbirds targets $2 billion-plus valuation in IPO
Allbirds has high hopes for its initial public offering.