Zachary Russell
ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR
- 7/6/2026
Numerator: Consumers of all ages utilizing AI tools
The use of artificial intelligence tools is becoming widespread among all age cohorts, with each having different use preferences as well as concerns. - 7/6/2026
Survey: Grocers continue investments despite cost pressures, slim margins
Grocers and food suppliers are continuing to take steps to improve the shopping experience, even as macroeconomic conditions put strain on the industry. - 7/5/2026
Survey: 25% of U.S. consumers expect to spend more this holiday season
The holiday season is months away, but consumers are already planning ahead – while expecting to spend more than last year. - 7/5/2026
Fiserv: Small business sales — especially retail — tick up in June
Higher average tickets increased small business sales in June despite ongoing economic headwinds. - 7/5/2026
DLC names new chief financial, legal and business officer
DLC is promoting a veteran executive to a new C-suite role. - 7/5/2026
Kroger taps McDonald's veteran as next chief people officer
The Kroger Co. has selected its next chief people officer who will oversee its more than 400,000 employees. - 7/1/2026
Survey: Grocery shoppers remain concerned prices could keep rising
Consumers are making tough decisions at the grocery store in the face of sustained high prices. - 7/1/2026
Store Expansion News: June update
Retailers and restaurants alike made headlines in June with store expansion plans and new formats. - 7/1/2026
Survey: Online merchants report spiking 'friendly fraud' in recent years
“Friendly fraud” is on the rise, representing a significant concern for merchants. - 7/1/2026
Papa Johns exec to join C-suite at American Eagle
American Eagle Outfitters Inc. (AEO) is making a change to its leadership team. - 6/30/2026
Cellular retailer TCC expands store footprint in Northeast
A Verizon-authorized cellular retailer is expanding its footprint through an acquisition. - 6/30/2026
JLL: Retail investors plan more acquisitions than sales for 2026
The commercial real estate market is expected to remain ultra competitive through the remainder of the year.
