Michaels launches birthday parties, enhanced in-store events The Michaels Companies is creating new and enhanced experiences for customers — in-store and online. House passes bill that could ban TikTok in U.S.The House of Representatives is sending a bill that would require TikTok’s Chinese owner to divest the social app's U.S. operation to the Senate. NRF: E-commerce spurs sales growth in February So far, 2024 is off to a good start for retailers. SPECS 2024 starts March 10 — show dedicated to physical retail Register now for Chain Store Age’s 60th annual SPECS Show, March 10-12, at the Gaylord Texan, Grapevine, Texas. Macy’s to close 150 nameplate stores; expand off-mall and luxury formats Macy’s Inc. unveiled a new strategy that includes a much smaller nameplate footprint and a big bet on its luxury and beauty brands. Retail sales cooled in January after strong December U.S. retail sales fell more than expected in January amid cold weather and after robust holiday shopping in December. NRF: January retail sales are ‘great’ start to new year Consumers kept shopping in January. SPECS 2024 program includes 30 educational sessions Excitement is building for Chain Store Age’s annual SPECS Show, March 10-12, at the Gaylord Texan, Grapevine, Tex. Macy’s to close five mall stores, cut 2,350 jobs Macy’s, Inc. is looking to become a “more streamlined” company. Amazon reportedly cuts staff in audiobook/podcast division The latest round of layoffs at Amazon is hitting its Audible audio content organization. Sales rise in December to help fuel solid holiday for retailers Consumer spending inched up in December, helping retailers end the holiday season, which started strong in November, on an upbeat note. Retail sales rebound in November The holiday season got off to a brisk start in November as retail sales rose after falling in October. First Previous 3 4 5 6 7 Next Last