Five Retail Trends That Will Define 2020The rise of mega-projects such as Hudson Yards and American Dream is one of five trends that defined 2019 and could have a crucial impact in 2020. Acquisition creates new beauty powerhouseNatura &Co is set to close its acquisition of Avon Products on Jan. 3, and has appointed a new senior team to drive the company’s growth. CEO Churn: Three on the Hot Seat As the new year settles in, so do new leaders at many of the nation’s leading chains. UPS: Returns to break record A whopping 1.9 million is the number of return packages that UPS predicted it would process on Jan. 2, National Returns Day. Survey: Holiday shoppers made merry with this channel Consumer participation in one particular type of commerce surged during the holiday season. Four trends that will dominate retail real estate in 2020 The face of retail continues to evolve and retailers have a tremendous opportunity to enhance customer connections and stand out in an increasingly competitive landscape. eMarketer: Instagram’s ad revenues explode Instagram’s U.S. growth rate is on the decline even as ad spending on the platform is soaring. Shopkick: Top shopping trends for 2020 Shoppers will visit brick-and-mortar stores in 2020, but won’t check their devices at the door. Verizon: Holiday season ends on high note for e-retailers Online shoppers paused for Christmas Day, but otherwise stayed busy as elves through New Year’s Eve. Sweetened bid may be in the offing for Hudson’s Bay The battle to take Hudson’s Bay private drags on. First Previous 877 878 879 880 881 Next Last
