Retail sales stage comeback in October Retail sales bounced back strongly in October as the economy remained in good shape and consumers moved past concerns about a port strike and other issues that put a crimp in September’s sales. Australian grocer Coles Supermarkets rolling out smart carts in 2025A leading Australian grocer will be the first Asian-Pacific retailer to deploy Instacart Caper Cart smart carts. Alibaba breaks '11.11' records, pilots AI search engine for businesses Alibaba Group is reporting a successful Global Shopping Festival sales extravaganza and AI-enabling search for business-to-business buyers and sellers on its platform. New Whole Foods to anchor shopping center in Boynton Beach Whole Foods Market is expanding its presence in Florida. Gap Inc. partners with nonprofit Nest to nurture creativity in its hometown Gap Inc. will hold a Holiday Makers Market at its San Francisco headquarters as part of a new partnership. The most popular social media sites are… A new survey takes a deep dive into consumer social media habits and expectations. Staples partners with contract cleaner purchasing group Staples' cleaning and janitorial supplies subsidiary is launching a joint promotion with the National Service Alliance. Simon Property Group veteran joins exec team at The Children's Place Children’s apparel retailer The Children’s Place has named a new head of real estate. Regional grocers in Midwest and West deploy smart carts Multiple local and independent grocers operating across eight states are adopting artificial intelligence-equipped shopping carts. Dollar General opens Denver-area distribution center Dollar General has bolstered its supply chain in the Rockies with the opening of its newest distribution center. First Previous 35 36 37 38 39 Next Last