Amazon Watch: Online giant’s soaring Q2 earnings lead weekly recapIn addition to reporting a huge jump in its second quarter earnings, Amazon made headlines this past week for several other stories. Here’s a rundown: Walmart’s new digital baby offering isn't child’s playWalmart just made a move that could fill a void left by the now defunct Babies “R” Us brand. Amazon Go: Four things retailers can learn Since Amazon first introduced its “just walk out” payment technology earlier this year, several other retailers have announced plans for similar platforms. Study: In-store spending soars during BOPIS trips Click-and-collect programs may be a convenient service for customers, but the offering is becoming increasingly valuable for retailers. The No. 1 reason people subscribe to Amazon Prime is… The movies and shows available via Amazon’s video service generate lots of buzz, but they are by no means Amazon Prime’s biggest draw. Walmart expands online grocery deliveries Walmart is bringing its grocery delivery service to customers in the Golden State. Four predictions on how retailing will evolve The retailers who flourish in the upcoming years will be those that re-imagine and align their stores with the digital age. Walmart to transport shoppers in self-driving cars Some of Walmart’s online grocery pickup shoppers are entitled to a new perk — a lift back home. Regional grocer to add speedy online grocery deliveries Hy-Vee is the newest retailer to offer same-day online grocery delivery through a partnership with a fast-growing start-up. Was adding extra hours to Prime Day worth it? Extending Prime Day by six extra hours may not have been as valuable as Amazon hoped. First Previous 507 508 509 510 511 Next Last
