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- 4/6/2020
Walmart’s annual shareholder meeting going virtual — but without the party
The huge, celebrity-studded celebration for Walmart employees that precedes its annual shareholder meeting has been canceled. - 4/6/2020
Lowe’s stores to close for Easter; new ad spot thanks front line responders
Lowe's Cos. is giving its employees time to “recharge” this Sunday. - 4/5/2020
Kroger limits in-store traffic with in-house technology; pilots one-way aisles
The Kroger Cos. is taking additional measures to encourage physical distancing and flatten the curve of the COVID-19 outbreak. - 4/5/2020
RH permanently cuts 440 employees, furloughs 2,300; cutting cap expenditures
The company formerly known as Restoration Hardware is tightening its belt. - 4/5/2020
McKinsey: 43% of consumers delaying purchases
Despite the COVID-19 crisis, Americans consumers are still relatively optimistic but changes in purchasing behavior and spending are becoming more apparent. - 4/5/2020
CVS gives on-the-spot results at new COVID-19 test sites; opens ‘pop-up’ pharmacy
CVS Health, in conjunction with federal and state officials, has opened two rapid COVID-19 drive-thru testing sites. - 4/5/2020
Harbinger of the future? Food giant installs walk-through temperature scanners
Tyson Foods is using new technology to check employees’ temperature as they walk into the building. - 4/5/2020
Walmart limits number of shoppers in stores; instituting one-way aisles
Walmart has taken additional steps to ensure the health and safety of its employees and customers during the COVID-19 crisis. - 4/5/2020
American Dream reportedly to emphasize entertainment offerings over retail
American Dream is shifting course slightly as it bets on entertainment to bring in the crowds.