Bringing Your ‘A’ Game This Holiday SeasonBrick-and-mortar stores are developing more creative experiences to get customers into the stores this holiday season, but the big question is: Will employees be able to execute? 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. 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. Report: Department stores need a great Black Friday While retailers across the board are looking forward to a successful Black Friday, one group stands out. Report: AI powers eBay’s holiday shopping experience eBay is putting artificial intelligence to the test this holiday season. 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. 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. Deloitte: Stores to win out over online on Black Friday There is increased momentum for in-store shopping heading into the upcoming holiday weekend. Walmart unit says no to Black Friday ModCloth is breaking up with Black Friday. Loyalty Beyond the Holidays: Brand purpose crucial to long-term customer loyalty The holiday season is no longer the shopping calendar’s defining moment. RetailMeNot: Most shoppers will be in stores in December Retail stores are still very much a destination for holiday shoppers. NPD Group: Hot start to holiday season for some retailers Helped by the weather, some retailers are getting a jump-start on holiday sales. First Previous 196 197 198 199 200 Next Last