Amazon reports a loss for its first month Down UnderDespite visits from curious shoppers, Amazon’s Australian first month in business got off to a slow start. Kroger moves into Florida with shopping center purchaseKroger is getting in on the action in the Sunshine State, where competitor Publix Super Markets reigns supreme. High-end brand puts innovative spin on appliance shopping at new flagship Miele, a premier appliance brand from Germany, has gone experiential with its first-ever “premium” mall location. New presidents named for Loft, Ann Taylor Ascena Retail Group has promoted insiders to presidents of the brands in its premium fashion segments. Walmart pilots ‘first-of-its-kind’ robotics system Walmart is adding a new member to its online grocery fulfillment team — but it’s not an associate. Starbucks jumps on cryptocurrency bandwagon A coffee giant’s new platform could help Bitcoin break through as a mainstream currency. Brookstone closing stores; files Chapter 11—again Troubled specialty gift retailer Brookstone Inc. has lowered the ax on its mall stores. Albertsons Cos., venture capital fund partner to grow emerging technologies Albertsons Companies and venture capital firm Greycroft are teaming up to develop innovative companies by leveraging each other’s strengths. Online no-brand retail upstart secures new funding to fuel growth An online retailer that sells no-name home staples — mostly at $3 a pop — is resonating with consumers and investors. Hudson’s Bay Co. to open new pop-ups—with emphasis on local talent A department store giant is using pop-up stores to showcase a sampling of Canada’s budding fashion companies. First Previous 1127 1128 1129 1130 1131 Next Last
