Survey Confirms: Retailers, Shoppers Ready to Roar BackPeople are coming out of their long COVID-19 hibernation, and they are eager to shop. Walmart to test in-store Le Madeleine bakery, caféWalmart is partnering with a casual restaurant brand known for its “French comfort food.” Stores, restaurants shuttered in 2020 had one thing in common… The pandemic took its heaviest toll business-wise on smaller retailers and restaurant operators. Consumers willing to pay a bit more for safer environments With COVID-19 restrictions lifting in many areas, consumer opinion about resuming activities varied. But one sentiment is common. Chick-fil-A pilots delivery robots A leading fast-casual chicken chain is seeing a major increase in customer demand in tests of the “Kiwibot.” Will emptied offices in major metros devalue retail space? Last week, New York City released a report saying that the value of its forest of office towers had fallen by 25% in the past year. Taco Bell opens its first digital-only U.S. store in New York City You can get anything you want at the newest Taco Bell restaurant – except for traditional ordering. Chipotle expands debt-free degree program to new majors, universities Chipotle Mexican Grill has given a major upgrade to the debt-free degree program that it offers employees. Tropical Smoothie Cafe expansion heats up Tropical Smoothie Café is on track for another strong year. Gen Z survey: Teens big on ‘thrifting,’ Nike, Chick-fil-A — and 1990s fashions Gen Z is ready to spend on clothing again, with females leading the recovery. First Previous 178 179 180 181 182 Next Last
