eBay plays virtual holiday game with sneakerheadseBay is using gamification and augmented reality to run a surprise sneaker drop just in time for the holidays. Target extends omnichannel services for last-minute holiday shoppersTarget is doing its best impression of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer by offering same-day pickup and delivery of packages through Christmas Eve. Giving shoppers what they want & finishing 2020 strong Retailers are facing many challenges this holiday season. Deloitte: Holiday spending mostly flat to date Increased e-commerce activity and larger transaction values are helping retailers maintain holiday spending levels from 2019. Streets of St. Charles continues to expand dining options Many economists predict the advent of COVID-19 vaccines will have caged-up masses busting out of their houses and packing social centers come spring. Vaccine releases boost retail REIT stocks The release of two vaccines against COVID-19 turned out to be the best Christmas present for retail real estate investment trusts. Walmart partners with FedEx to pick up online returns Walmart is introducing an at-home pickup service for online returns in time for the holidays – and beyond. Physical retail is critical as last-minute shoppers plan to shop in store The pandemic won’t stop consumers from finishing up their holiday shopping in physical stores. Amazon extends omnichannel return options, deadlines for holidays Amazon is trying to make returning holiday purchases as easy as possible, for as long as possible. Build-A-Bear Workshop crafts same-day online delivery program Build-A-Bear Workshop doesn’t want customers to have to wait very long for the furry friends they build online. First Previous 130 131 132 133 134 Next Last
