Netflix enters direct-to-consumer retailingAmazon bought a film studio, and now Netflix is opening a full-fledged e-commerce site. Gap, other retailers in campaign to support store workers from abuseA dozen retailers have teamed up on a program that encourages customers to show support for store workers in the face of abuse. U.S. online sales forecast revised upward E-commerce is on track to surpass 20% of total U.S. retail sales by 2024. Brookfield latches on to new gaming concept; planning 1,000 locations in five years Electric Gamebox, a multi-player video game experience developed in the U.K., will be opening 100 locations in the U.S. Shopify: Customer service lets small brands compete with marketplaces Independent retailers and brands face stiff competition from large online marketplaces, but can leverage personalization and product quality to thrive. Macy’s fireworks will be live in ‘epic celebration’ One of summer’s most iconic events is returning after being hijacked last year by the pandemic. Survey: Gen Z consumers trust Instagram influencers Gen Z consumers show particular interest in Instagram when it comes to social media influencer content. 44% of Americans willing to take on debt for post-pandemic spending Many Americans plan to cut loose with money and treat themselves during the second half of 2021 — even if it means going into debt to do it. Best Buy joins Target, Walmart in closing stores on Thanksgiving Day It’s still early in the game but retailers’ plans for holiday 2021 are starting to take shape — and they are looking similar to last year. Walmart offers free virtual courses to the public Walmart is turning its employee academies into community resources. First Previous 298 299 300 301 302 Next Last
