CPG: ‘Big six’ retailers up 18.5% combined, pointing to record holiday salesCustomer Growth Partners has updated its holiday forecast to a 5.8% year-over-year growth, to a record $749 billion. Shipt keeps on giving more seasonal shopper roles Industry’s New Reality: Embracing Contactless Payments, Curbside Pickup The COVID-19 pandemic has upended the retail industry, compelling businesses to innovate their models for survival. Top Five ‘Must Dos’ For Retailers to Maximize Sales This Holiday Season The events of 2020 have drastically shifted consumer behavior, positioning this upcoming holiday season to be one like no other before for retailers. Holiday forecast estimates CPG purchases will rise 9.5% to 11.5% The ongoing pandemic will continue to boost spending on consumer packaged goods during the holidays. CSA Exclusive: COVID-19 creates supply chain inflection point The COVID-19 pandemic is creating a “new beginning” in the supply chain which will require retailers to respond with technology and strategy. Staffing Up for the COVID Holidays: How Retailers Should Prepare Because of COVID-19, this will be a year of shifts. Abercrombie & Fitch, Adidas execs joining Lululemon’s senior leadership team Lululemon Athletica Inc. is expanding its C-suite. Coke and Amazon turn smartphones into soda fountains Coca-Cola is shifting the interface of its “Freestyle” soda machines directly to customer phones, with help from Amazon Web Services (AWS). CPG: Strong September sales bode well for holiday; forecasts 5.8% growth Stellar sales in September should lead the way to a surprisingly strong holiday for retailers. First Previous 24 25 26 27 28 Next Last