Americans can’t stop looking at their smartphonesAmerican consumers have earned a new nickname: “device-dependent.” Study: Rising shopper expectations outpace in-store serviceOverall shopper satisfaction is on the upswing, but many customers are still unsatisfied with customer service. Retail sales inch up in October U.S. retail sales edged up slightly in the month before the holiday shopping season starts in earnest. Report: Key indicators point to positive holiday season for retailers A combination of factors are expected to boost U.S. holiday sales this year. Technology leaders tops most valuable U.S. brands study Five technology companies took the top five spots in a new ranking of the most valuable brands. A surging Home Depot Q3 beats Street; raises full-year outlook Repairs resulting from hurricanes and other natural disasters helped Home Depot beat estimates in its third quarter, and also caused the retailer to raise its outlook for the year. Most Americans plan to shop on Black Friday Black Friday hasn't lost its clout. Study: BOPIS usage tops holiday shopping lists this year If retailers want to maximize in-store foot traffic this holiday season, they must focus on buy online pickup in-store (BOPIS) services. Drexler: Walmart should have bought J.Crew Retail veteran Mickey Drexler, the former CEO and current chairman of J.Crew Group, has never been afraid to speak his mind. Report: Gift cards have big upside for retailers Retailers stand to benefit from gift card sales beyond the initial purchase. First Previous 287 288 289 290 291 Next Last
