Survey: Second-hand retail sales will reach $77 billion by 2025The resale market is expected to double in the next five years. Target sets ambitious new sustainability goalsTarget Corp. unveiled a comprehensive new sustainability strategy whose goals include sourcing 100% of its electricity from renewable sources by 2030 and having all of its owned brands’ plastic packaging be recyclable, compostable or reusable by 2025. MAC debuts new retail concept MAC Cosmetics’ new travel store concept is designed for busy travelers — and sustainability. Amazon commits $300 million to affordable housing Amazon is funding the creation of 3,000 new affordable homes near public transit in three metro areas. Check out Google’s first-ever permanent store Paying to ship air: How packaging can save your brand When starting an online store, e-commerce entrepreneurs have so much to consider, including how they will drive more sales and set up shipping. Giant Food joins in Maryland electric vehicle charging effort A mid-Atlantic grocer is partnering with state authorities and an electric vehicle charging provider to provide free EV charging across Maryland. Starbucks names exec as new COO A familiar face will be taking the reins at Starbucks as COO. Amazon teams up with National Safety Council to address workplace injuries Amazon is going on the offense against workplace injuries. NRF: Consumers want omnichannel convenience, social responsibility Retailers must adapt to a new breed of “citizen shoppers” who desire the flexibility of omnichannel shopping, but also expect retailers to stand for something. First Previous 86 87 88 89 90 Next Last
