EXCLUSIVE Q&A: GoodwillFinds develops generative AI chatbotGoodwillFinds, a growing consortium of 18 individual non-profit Goodwill organizations, is streamlining online customer service with artificial intelligence. S&P Ratings: Tariffs will hurt retail, restaurant companies to varying degreesBroad-based tariffs could hurt more U.S. consumer products and retail companies this time around more than in 2018, which was more manageable. Phygital experiences are transforming customer engagement Today, the line between physical and digital experiences has blurred. Amazon and Google keep getting more alike A new mobile commerce pilot by Amazon is the latest initiative that brings its capabilities and that of Google closer together. Chain Store Age will be closed on Presidents' Day The offices of Chain Store Age will be closed Monday, Feb. 17 in observance of Presidents Day. Trump issues reciprocal tariff order President Trump on Thursday signed a presidential memorandum laying out his plan to apply tariffs on imports that equal any tariffs or other levies put on those products from the U.S. by other countries. Target doubles down on beauty Target is expanding its online and in-store beauty assortment with an emphasis on value. Barclay Group opens seven new Kroger-anchored centers Barclay Group is touting its accomplishment of constructing seven shopping centers in the past 15 months – all anchored by one major grocer. Steve Madden to acquire Kurt Geiger for $360 million Steve Madden has gone across the pond to enter the global luxury footwear and handbag market. Z Gallerie to return to brick-and-mortar with opening of outlet store Z Gallerie is looking to make a comeback in physical retail under its new owner. First Previous 21 22 23 24 25 Next Last