Adobe: Early deals drive $72 billion in online holiday spendSo far, U.S. consumer holiday spend is on track with 2021 levels. Gap Inc. in $40 million deal to sell Greater China business to e-commerce firmGap Inc. continues on its path to serve international markets through a more” asset-light, cost-effective model.” NPD: In-store sales have edge over online sales this year There’s good news for brick-and-mortar retailers in a new report. Walgreens’ VillageMD in $9 billion deal to buy Summit Health-CityMD Walgreens Boots Alliance’s push into more comprehensive health care has taken on new momentum. Macy’s investing millions to fund diverse-owned businesses Macy’s is investing to promote vendor diversification. Holiday sales: Consumer ‘fundamentals’ to counter rising prices, interest rates Lowe’s selling its Canadian business to Sycamore Partners Starbucks delivers strong quarter as sales climb amid higher prices Dick’s Sporting Goods launches $50 million venture capital fund The first women’s basketball footwear brand is one of the initial investments of Dick’s Sporting Goods’ new in-house venture capital fund. NRF predicts ‘healthy’ holiday sales as growth slows amid inflation This year’s holiday sales will be solid, but their growth won’t be anywhere near last year. Apple retains top spot as world’s best brand IRI: Thanksgiving dinner to cost 13.5% more; shopping to start early Food and beverage prices rose 1.4% in October compared to September, but compared to a year ago, overall food inflation has stabilized in the past three months. First Previous 161 162 163 164 165 Next Last
