FedEx to offer Amazon-like, box- and label-free online returnsFedEx is taking its competition with Amazon to the area of e-commerce returns. Bad customer experiences cost businesses $200 billion-plus annuallyA poor in-store experience can have a major cost impact on a business. Seasonal retail jobs in November fall to lowest level since 2008 Retailers have taken a cautious approach this year to holiday hiring. Stores will have to post cigarette warning signs — or face consequences Retailers who sell cigarettes are going to have to make way for some new signs. First Look: Red, Wine & Brew crafts new prototype for expansion An Ohio-based spirits store is looking to expand regionally — and eventually nationally — with a new prototype. Wawa to expand into three new states Wawa is extending its footprint further west. BlueDot: Six restaurant industry predictions for 2023 Quick-service restaurants face increased competition as smaller footprint and concept stores pick up speed. Meijer sets opening date for new store concept Meijer is expanding its footprint with its first new format since 2018. Stop & Shop expands Flashfood waste diversion program Stop & Shop is offering reduced prices on food while reducing food waste at a growing number of stores. Instacart launches same-day delivery of trees, seasonal décor Instacart wants to save customers a trip to the tree lot this holiday season. Community Groceries to open frictionless store with Amazon technology A Kansas City-based local grocer is equipping its store with Amazon “Just Walk Out” and Amazon One cashierless shopping solutions. ICSC: 78% of consumers shopped holiday weekend; discount stores most popular The majority of U.S. adults went shopping over the long holiday weekend. First Previous 70 71 72 73 74 Next Last