Report: AI powers eBay’s holiday shopping experienceeBay is putting artificial intelligence to the test this holiday season. Study: Retailers need to ‘tune in’ and anticipate customers’ needsTo reign successful this holiday shopping season, retailers must understand what trends are influencing customer purchase decisions. Walmart unit says no to Black Friday ModCloth is breaking up with Black Friday. eMarketer: E-commerce to account for 9% of all retail sales in 2017, led by a surging Amazon When it comes to online market share, Amazon is in a class by itself. But Walmart is coming on strong. New this year—visits with Macy's Santa by appointment only Santa is coming to town, but you will need to make a reservation to see him at Macy's flagship in Manhattan's Herald Square. Loyalty Beyond the Holidays: Brand purpose crucial to long-term customer loyalty The holiday season is no longer the shopping calendar’s defining moment. Study: Identity theft worries won’t damper holiday shopping Even concerns about identity theft and fraud isn't enough to curb customers’ holiday shopping plans. NPD Group: Hot start to holiday season for some retailers Helped by the weather, some retailers are getting a jump-start on holiday sales. Bon-Ton to close at least 40 stores The Bon-Ton Stores is slashing its store base as its losses continue to mount. Late launch of iPhone X takes toll on Best Buy The delayed launch of the new iPhone cut and weather-related disasters cut into Best Buy's sales in the third quarter. First Previous 182 183 184 185 186 Next Last