CSA Q&A: Charming Charlie founder predicts future of retailCharlie Chanaratsopon sees growing e-commerce, multi-use malls, and online marketplaces as critical elements of retail’s “new normal.” Amazon takes lead in purchasing global renewable energyAmazon is launching nine new utility-scale wind and solar energy projects in the U.S., Canada, Spain, Sweden, and the U.K. J. Crew launches ambitious sustainability program J.Crew Group is integrating sustainability across its supply chain. Lord & Taylor is back in business Lord & Taylor has been revived under its new owners. More shakeups at GameStop: CEO to leave GameStop has begun the search for a new chief executive. EdApp offers free virtual summit April 29 Speakers including an NBA superstar and a C-level Netflix executive will present at an upcoming free online event from digital training platform EdApp. Retail's worst kept secret - its growing returns problem In 2020, U.S. retail returns totaled $428 billion. That's 10.6% of total retail trade. Amazon Prime membership at 200 million Membership in Amazon’s Prime service continues to soar. Stores, restaurants shuttered in 2020 had one thing in common… The pandemic took its heaviest toll business-wise on smaller retailers and restaurant operators. Sheetz expands in Central Ohio with big plans Sheetz has opened its first store in the Columbus, Ohio, market with more to come. Walmart to test in-store Le Madeleine bakery, café Walmart is partnering with a casual restaurant brand known for its “French comfort food.” Macy’s bullish on its off-price format Macy’s is expanding its off-price Backstage concept – in-store and in freestanding locations. First Previous 459 460 461 462 463 Next Last
