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- 6/1/2020
Lowe’s launches new service for contractors to make home visits — virtually
Lowe’s is expanding its focus on professional customers with an augmented reality tool that makes it easier for plumbers and other contractors to troubleshoot problems with homeowners — without an initial visit. - 6/1/2020
‘Uncertainty abounds’ about economic recovery, says NRF chief economist
The reopening of businesses shut down by the COVID-19 pandemic is a significant step forward. - 6/1/2020
Nearly half of consumers ready to shop in-store this week
Forty-seven percent of people are willing to visit a store this week. - 6/1/2020
Study: H-E-B scores highest in consumer satisfaction with COVID-19 precautions
H-E-B, Walgreens and Circle-K score highest in their sectors in meeting consumer expectations for COVID-19 precautions. - 6/1/2020
Placer.ai: Here’s who will benefit from Pier 1 liquidation
It’s not just the obvious suspects — namely Walmart and Target — that have the potential to benefit from the liquidation of Pier 1 Imports. - 5/29/2020
Five Below reopens stores; resumes expansion program
Five Below is not backing down from its aggressive store expansion. - 5/29/2020
Surging online demand give big boost to Williams-Sonoma Q1 sales
Williams-Sonoma reported an unexpected increase in comparative sales as consumers stuck at home shopped online for furniture and other household goods. - 5/29/2020
City Furniture expanding, hiring
Florida-based City Furniture is continuing with its growth plan. - 5/29/2020
Big Lots quarterly profit triples; provides upbeat outlook
Big Lots Inc. reported first-quarter profit that was well above analysts’ estimates as the COVD-19 pandemic drove a big increase in same-store sales. - 5/29/2020
Costco Q1 sales rise; extra costs bite into earnings; sampling to make comeback
Costco Wholesale Club’s first-quarter sales rose as customers stocked up on bulk grocery items and other essentials during the early states of the pandemic.