Retail sales inch up in August amid consumer resiliencyConsumers’ willingness to spend overcame inflation in August as more jobs, higher wages and falling gas prices helped ease some of the pressure of high prices. Kanye West tells Gap he’s ending partnership; will open his own storesKanye West’s two-year collaboration with Gap Inc. is apparently over. Survey: Shoppers to look for bargains, shop online this holiday season “Affordability” and “digital” will be the watchwords for the upcoming holiday shopping season. Consumers buying more store brands amid rising prices As consumers reduce purchasing amid higher prices, two categories remain largely unaffected. Founder of Patagonia gives the company away As outdoor apparel and gear company Patagonia kicks off its next 50 years, its founder and owner, Yvon Chouinard, and his family have made an unusual decision. Deloitte: Holiday sales to increase 4% to 6% Although inflation will help to raise dollar sales, retailers will see less growth in sales volume this holiday season. Amazon investing $450 million in contract driver pay, benefits Amazon is offering funding for higher pay and two new employee benefits to members of its Delivery Service Partners program. Pier 1 owner acquires majority interest in Tuesday Morning The owner of retailers including Pier 1 and Dressbarn is leading an investment group taking control of the Tuesday Morning board. Mastercard: Retail sales heat up in August, look good for holidays In-store and online U.S. retail sales climbed in August, and the holiday forecast is cheery despite inflation. Adobe: Online inflation returns in August Consumers dreading August due to the impending end of summer had another reason to be unhappy with the eighth month of the year. First Previous 194 195 196 197 198 Next Last
