U.S. confidence climbs to two-year high in January American consumers are feeling more confident than they have in years amid slowing inflation and a strong labor market. Two young men who are out to become the Aces of indoor pickleballJay Diederich and Diego Pacheco have sold 100-plus franchises for Ace Pickleball Club. Off-price retailers, thrift stores grow share of apparel category Consumers appear to be trading-down when it comes to buying clothes. U.K.’s PureGym lands in the U.S, plans to franchise 300 locations England’s most popular workout destination hires RCS Real Estate Advisers to introduce America to app-managed gyms. Starbucks posts record revenue but lowers outlook on heels of bumpy quarter Starbucks Corp. reported record revenue but missed Street estimates amid a rocky quarter that included boycotts, work stoppages and a more cautious consumer in one of its key markets. Walmart to add more than 150 larger-format stores during next five years Walmart is moving back into brick-and-mortar expansion. EY: Nearly all retail, CPG companies experimenting with generative AI A new study confirms the ubiquitous presence of generative AI in retail and CPG companies’ technology plans — and investments. SPECS 2024 program includes 30 educational sessions Excitement is building for Chain Store Age’s annual SPECS Show, March 10-12, at the Gaylord Texan, Grapevine, Tex. BDO Retail CFO Survey: Key takeaways, recommendations Retail CFOs are prioritizing their workforce, adjusting their pricing strategy and betting on generative AI in 2024. Firehouse Subs to offer cash franchise incentives to first responders, veterans Firehouse Subs is embracing its roots as its looks to grow its store footprint. First Previous 72 73 74 75 76 Next Last
