Survey: Politics/social issues will influence holiday shoppingU.S. consumers are paying closer attention to social issues and politics than ever these days, and it may be changing the way some of them plan to shop for the holidays. Benefits more important than ever to retail job seekersA new report sheds light on how retailers can fill open positions in today’s tight labor market. Panera’s investment in digital ordering is paying off in a big way Panera is on its way to more than doubling last year’s digital sales — and hitting a new milestone. Big disconnect between senior execs and consumers on this issue When it comes to pricing, senior-level retail executives are not exactly in tune with consumers. CGP Forecast: Consumer electronics, apparel poised for happy holiday Holiday spending will raise 5.1% this year, and some categories will fare better than others. Survey: Cash rewards outweigh all others Retailers’ loyalty programs aren’t doing a very good job of winning shoppers’ loyalty. Confirmation: Secrets to a High-Return Sustainability Program The Multi-Site Company’s Sustainability Playbook: The Secrets to a High-Return Sustainability Program Cash is king when it comes to shopping rewards American consumers can’t pass up a good deal. Amazon’s worst performing private label category is… Despite Amazon investing heavily in the women’s private label clothing, the house brand is not one of the company’s strongest performers. Consumers planning to spread holiday cheer via multiple channels Shoppers plan to up their holiday spend this year, and both online and brick-and-mortar stores stand to benefit. Holiday shoppers opening up their wallets for experiences Experience spending will trump gift spending this holiday season. First Previous 233 234 235 236 237 Next Last