Figs expands brick-and-mortar presence with Philly storeHealthcare apparel brand Figs, Inc. has opened its second store in a major healthcare hub. First Look: GU, sister brand of Uniqlo, opens first U.S. storeThe lower-priced, more trend-driven sister brand of Japanese apparel giant Uniqlo has opened its first permanent store outside of Asia — a flagship in New York City. PepsiCo veteran joins Target C-suite Target Corporation has found its new chief financial officer. Walmart starting its holiday promotions earlier than ever this year Early October is fast becoming the kick-off date for retailers’ holiday plans. Philly’s mayor: ‘New 76ers arena in Center City is a done deal’ Despite two years of protests, Mayor Cherelle Parker declares the project adjoining Fashion Square Mall will go forward. Amazon gives hourly workers pay raise, free Prime membership Hourly frontline employees at Amazon are receiving higher pay, as well as a couple of new perks. Sam’s Club hiking minimum wage, accelerating increases for frontline employees Sam’s Club is boosting the pay for starting hourly workers and its existing ones as it looks to stay competitive with other retailers. Albertsons accepts new form of payment for health and wellness items Albertsons Cos. is expanding the options for customers to purchase products that contribute to personal care and comfort. Challenger forecasts 2024 holiday hiring will be down from last year U.S. retailers will hire fewer seasonal employees this holiday season than last year as the labor market cools and consumers remain cautious. Bain: Non-store sales to drive 90% of holiday growth; five tips to outperform Retailers who hope to outperform this holiday season should emphasize value — no matter the price point. Home Depot improves sustainability of private label packaging The Home Depot Inc. has eliminated two substances which do not easily biodegrade from packaging for its private label products. JCPenney integrates user-generated content into e-commerce site JCPenney is in a new partnership to collect and distribute visual user-generated content on its website’s product display pages. First Previous 27 28 29 30 31 Next Last
