Centennial hatches plan to let people shop their malls like they shop AmazonBack in March and April, when the COVID-19 pandemic began putting malls out of business, Centennial executives hunkered down in a series of defensive planning meetings to weather the crisis. Amazon to open 1,000 neighborhood delivery hubs, reports BloombergAmazon is taking some of its fulfillment closer to where its customers live. Hobby Lobby to raise minimum wage to $17 per hour Hobby Lobby Stores is poised to become one of the highest-paying U.S. retailers when it comes to starting wages for full-time workers. Wayfair’s answer to Prime Day kicks off Sept. 23 Wayfair’s is making its annual sales extravaganza a two-day affair. L Brands in joint venture to save Victoria’s Secret U.K. A British retailer has acquired a majority stake in Victoria’s Secret bankrupt UK business. Retail sales cool in August as extended unemployment benefits expire Consumer spending slowed in August as some federal relief measures, including the $600 weekly unemployment subsidy, ended in July. Survey: It’s in to be thrifty; deals more important than ever to consumers Shoppers are actively searching out deals, including coupons and promo codes, amid the pandemic. Study: Retailers slow in unveiling holiday hiring plans this year Retailers, with some exceptions, have been slow out of the gate in announcing their seasonal hiring plans. Five Tips for Retailers to Prepare for the 2020 Holiday Shopping Season Retailers who prioritize customers’ desires for a safe, efficient shopping journey will be the big winners this year. Massage Envy names new chief marketer Massage Envy has named a 25-year marketing veteran to its leadership team. First Previous 753 754 755 756 757 Next Last
