Children’s Place sales down 38% in Q1; reopening stores in 10 states The Children’s Place is beginning to reopen its stores as the COVID-19 pandemic continues to take a toll on its revenue. Analysis: Only bright spots in April were online, groceryIn April, total retail sales plummeted by 20.9% on a year-over-year basis. ICSC: Consumers open to new safety protocols in stores Consumers in the South are twice as likely as those in the Northeast to already have or plan to visit a reopened business very soon. COVID-19 could open up prime locations for cannabis retailers Landlords of outdoor shopping centers—especially those with loads of closed stand-alone restaurants—may want to develop some contacts in the cannabis dispensary business. Amazon to bring new COVID-19 face shield model to market Amazon is applying its drone knowledge to produce face shields with a 3D printer. Starbucks seeks rent relief for next 12 months Starbucks is asking its landlords for a break on rent as COVID-19 takes a toll on sales. Weis Markets applies AI to pricing A mid-Atlantic grocery retailer is ensuring the success of its pricing strategies with advanced analytics. Parent company of Coach reopening stores by market Tapestry Inc. has started to reopen stores in North America, Europe and in additional markets in Asia as government regulations on movement ease. Expert Analysis: Retailers Embrace a Brave New Industry COVID-19 is altering consumer behaviors and many of these shifts could be permanent. Casey’s General Stores names COO, CFO Casey’s General Stores has made two important additions to its executive leadership team. First Previous 726 727 728 729 730 Next Last
