NPD: Weekly retail spending up 7%Retail spending improved for the fourth straight week, but much uncertainty still remains as consumers buying habits continue to shift amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Wayfair Q1 sales surge but loss widensWayfair Inc.’s sales grew nearly 20% in its first quarter as Americans spruced up their homes during the COVID-19 outbreak. Survey: COVID-19 will permanently shift online shopping habits Curbside pickup is one omnichannel shopping service that will remain popular after the COVID-19 pandemic subsides. Five Actions to Protect Your Business and Position It For Success Post-Pandemic Retailers are reopening their doors on a landscape that will be changed forever. There will be a greater gulf between the winners and losers. Retail strategy firm HRC suggests five steps retailers should take to best position themselves for success. Analysis: Wayfair has failed to turn over a new leaf as net loss continues to rise In starting its new fiscal year, Wayfair’s results make it clear that the company has failed to turn over a new leaf. Albertsons, Ulta weather COVID-19 storm with cloud capabilities Several retailers are leveraging Google Cloud solutions to guarantee customer service and e-commerce performance as COVID-19 strains resources. Walgreens adds advance ordering to drive-thru pickup Walgreens is offering more items at its pharmacy drive-thrus and streamlining the shopping process. Ulta Beauty goes curbside as stores remain closed Ulta Beauty Inc. is providing online and mobile shoppers a new fulfillment option. Walmart joins digital promotion platform for groceries Walmart customers have a new option to order and obtain cash back on grocery products. J. Crew files for bankruptcy J. Crew Group has become the first major retailer to file for bankruptcy protection amid the COVID-19 crisis. First Previous 826 827 828 829 830 Next Last
