TechBytes: Three tips to survive last-minute back-to-school frenzySchool may be back in session in some parts of the country, but the back-to-school shopping frenzy is far from over. Winning the Hearts–and Loyalty–of Younger ConsumersNot only are today’s younger consumers financially conscious, they’re also heavily influenced by cost when it comes to purchasing decisions. Wireless carrier offers customers free year of Amazon Prime C Spire is giving its customers a big perk when they activate a new line. Off-price retailer files Chapter 11, plans to close some stores With a goal of moving its business forward, National Stores has filed for bankruptcy protection, and will shutter some stores to restructure its debt load. JLL: The top two back-to-school shopping destinations are… The nation’s two leading discounters are the top destinations for back-to-school shopping — with Amazon a distant third. Kidbox launches private-label lines, and new ‘box’ A children’s clothing-in-box company is launching new apparel options — just in time for back-to-school season. Online marketing execs frustrated job-wise A good number of digital retail marketing leaders are looking for new jobs. GNC beats Street in Q2 GNC Holdings’ digital and international businesses helped the company top analyst estimates in the second quarter. Survey: Parents prefer stores for back-to-school shopping When it comes to shopping for back-to-school goods, parents overwhelmingly opt for brick-and-mortar, lured by discounts and no shipping costs. Seven Cool Stores for a Hot Summer The spring and summer brought a flurry of new store concepts, both from established players and online upstarts. First Previous 170 171 172 173 174 Next Last