Retail sales stronger than expected in August as consumers keep spendingConsumers continue to show their resilience in August as retail sales continued to grow, although at a slower rate than earlier in the summer. Best Buy kicking off holiday promotional season in SeptemberBest Buy Co. Inc. will launch its first official holiday sales event just days after the calendar shifts to fall. NRF: Retail sales grew again in August Retail sales increased in August amid ongoing consumer demand and slowing inflation. Forrester: Amazon and Walmart to capture one-fourth of U.S. retail sales by 2029 Two retail giants are poised to dominate the U.S. retail landscape in the years to come. Bed Bath & Beyond to expand with branded products via wholesale Bed Bath and Beyond-branded products will soon be available in other retailers’ stores and online sites. Update: LL Flooring signs last-minute deal to sell itself to company founder LL Flooring has reversed course, with some stores to remain open under a new owner. Small businesses see boost in August; retail, restaurants lead way Small business sales saw a slight increase year-over-year in August, with restaurant and retail sales trending upward. Store Expansion News: August update Welcome to Store Expansion News, Chain Store Age's monthly roundup of brick-and-mortar expansion plans across the retail and restaurant industries. AI could cause $1.6 trillion impact by 2030 — these retailers lead A new study indicates retailers stand to benefit from artificial intelligence, some more than others. LL Flooring to go dark after no buyer emerges The specialty retailer of hardwood flooring formerly known as Lumber Liquidators is going out of business after efforts to find a buyer failed. First Previous 3 4 5 6 7 Next Last