Mastercard SpendingPulse: September retail sales up 5.4% year-over-yearRetail sales continued to grow in September, but at a slower pace compared to August. Kroger to hire for 20,000 positionsThe Kroger Co. is ramping up for the holiday season with a major hiring initiative. Office Depot speeds up in-store, curbside pickup even more Office Depot and OfficeMax stores are launching a new in-store and curbside pickup service called “20 Minute Pickup Promise.” Best Buy launches annual membership program — with special holiday perks Best Buy is rolling out a new membership program nationwide that includes special holiday perks and members-only deals. REI to close stores, DCs, HQ on Black Friday for seventh consecutive year REI is continuing its tradition of paying all employees to get outside on Black Friday. Target to pay employees extra for working peak days of holiday season Target Corp. is adding a pay incentive focused on the upcoming holiday season. Retailers under pressure on employee, supply chain fronts as holidays approach Despite rosy sales forecasts, U.S. retailers are facing major challenges as they head into the holiday season. Survey: Supply chain delays present retail crisis — and opportunity Retailers aren’t the only ones concerned about — or taking action in response to — ongoing supply chain disruptions. Amazon kicks off Black Friday – in early October Black Friday is arriving more than a month early for one retail giant. Target to hire for 30,000 supply chain roles Target Corp. is the latest retailer looking to beef up its supply chain ranks. Exclusive Q&A: SnapBlooms directly connects customers to florists Online floral delivery platform SnapBlooms says it has a unique business model which is disrupting the industry. Crocs unveils month-long omnichannel promotion October is “Croctober” at Crocs, featuring digital and in-store activations designed to increase brand engagement and sales. First Previous 100 101 102 103 104 Next Last