CBRE re-organizes into three global unitsOne of the world’s largest managers of retail real estate properties has announced it will re-organize itself into three global businesses. Marks & Spencer creates an AI-based call centerA British retail giant is automating its call center, a move that is freeing up customer service agents for store-level tasks. Walmart soars with fastest sales growth in a decade, big online jump Walmart showed its might in the second quarter, with earnings and sales that topped the Street amid surging digital sales and a jump in store sales. Kroger begins an unconventional delivery service—no driver required Kroger Co. has gone driverless in Scottsdale. Tailored Brands names new chief digital officer as it bolsters tech leadership team Tailored Brands has appointed two new leaders who will focus on applying data to business strategies. Chicago Tribune: Google to open retail flagship Google is reportedly delving deeper into brick-and-mortar. J.C. Penney Q2 misses as loss widens and CEO hunt continues J.C. Penney widened its loss in the second quarter amid markdowns related to inventory issues and its ongoing search for a chief executive. Amazon reportedly considering U.K.-based insurance comparison site An online giant is eyeing an opportunity that could push it deeper into the healthcare segment— but not in the United States. The Home Depot: Inside the chain’s record quarter Executives from The Home Depot described the makings of a $30.5 billion quarter on the company’s earnings call this week. Nordstrom raises outlook as Q2 sales, earnings cruise past expectations Nordstrom was firing on all cylinders in its second quarter, fueled by strong gains in digital sales and robust traffic at its off-price and regular-price stores. First Previous 1336 1337 1338 1339 1340 Next Last
