Walmart, other retailers take actions to help ease supply chain congestionThree of the nation’s largest goods carriers pledged to increase their efforts to address supply chain problems that are already causing some bare shelves across stores. Nordstrom adds holiday hiring incentivesNordstrom is the latest retailer to join the holiday hiring blitz. Survey: It’s not just stores — retail DCs caught up in big labor squeeze Attention on labor shortages in retail has mostly focused on in-store operations. But another area is also feeling the impact. Walmart adds new goals to sustainability effort, including 15% plastic reduction Walmart is embarking on several new initiatives across its supply chain as part of a push to become a more regenerative company. Office return delays take big toll on Midtown Manhattan retail The delayed return to offices due to the spread of the Delta variant has been a blow to the retail recovery in Manhattan. Mastercard SpendingPulse: September retail sales up 5.4% year-over-year Retail sales continued to grow in September, but at a slower pace compared to August. Simon malls to offer in-store flex payments Another major shopping center operator is entering a partnership with a provider of buy now, pay later flexible installment payments. Michaels’ CEO joins Macy’s board Macy’s has named two retailers with significant omnichannel and technology expertise to its board. Macy’s unveils array of holiday digital shopping features Macy’s is expanding its digital offerings in time for the holiday shopping season. Fall teen survey: Clothing top priority for first time since 2014; Nike No.1 Teen spending is starting to accelerate after plunging in 2020 during the pandemic. First Previous 143 144 145 146 147 Next Last
