ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR

• 6/25/2026

  Survey: Consumers' favorite loyalty programs include...

  Consumers rely heavily on rewards programs to save money – and several stand out for the value that they bring.

  Zachary Russell

  
• 6/25/2026

  Meijer cuts private label prices, expands rewards program for July 4 promotion

  A Midwest retailer is slashing prices on select food essentials with the Independence Day weekend around the corner.

  Zachary Russell

  
• 6/24/2026

  Study: World Cup opening match boosted retail, restaurant visits in LA

  The opening match of the 2026 FIFA World Cup proved to be a major driver of visits to retailers and restaurants alike.

  Zachary Russell

  
• 6/24/2026

  Study: Total cost of fraud now exceeds $5 for every $1 of direct loss

  The cost of fraud is mounting for North American retailers and merchants — and the rise of agentic commerce is making the situation more complex.

  Zachary Russell

  
• 6/24/2026

  DoorDash partners with AutoParts.com for category debut

  A leading online delivery platform is entering a new category.

  Zachary Russell

  
• 6/24/2026

  Survey: Top drivers of C-store loyalty include...

  Convenience store shoppers tend to be highly loyal to their preferred retailers, with consistency, safety and cleanliness among the top reasons for repeated visits.

  Zachary Russell

  
• 6/24/2026

  Casey's aims to open 'at least' 400 new stores over next three years

  The nation's third-largest convenience store retailer is implementing a new three-year plan that will see it greatly expand its store footprint.

  Zachary Russell

  
• 6/23/2026

  Eateries, lifestyle tenants signed on at Phoenix-area Laveen Towne Center development

  An upcoming 500,000-sq.-ft. shopping center in the Phoenix metropolitan area has a slate of tenants already committed.

  Zachary Russell

  
• 6/23/2026

  Pfizer exec to join Nike C-suite

  A global footwear and apparel giant has named a new finance chief.

  Zachary Russell

  
• 6/23/2026

  Survey: Social media responsiveness from brands key for consumers

  Brands and retailers that respond to social media are seen in a positive light by consumers.

  Zachary Russell

  
• 6/23/2026

  First Look: DTC brand Povison makes physical debut with LA store

  A direct-to-consumer furniture brand is making its brick-and-mortar debut.

  Zachary Russell

  
• 6/22/2026

  Longtime Crunch Fitness CEO steps down; president promoted to fill role

  Crunch Fitness has named a new chief executive as it continues to expand its footprint.

  Zachary Russell