Three tech trends that shook up retail in 2022As 2022 draws to a close, it’s time to look back at some retail technology trends that shook up the industry all year long. Placer.ai: Ulta, Sephora ‘sitting pretty’ amid economic uncertaintyBeauty retailers continue to outperform during a tough economy. Analysis: MSU expert on holiday shopping and inflation, supply chain Springfield Town Center in D.C. metro approved for hotel and apartments PREIT’s plan to add residential components to its centers in high-density areas has moved one more step forward. Target offers last-minute holiday deals, omnichannel fulfillment Late holiday shoppers can get discounts, as well as same-day pickup or delivery, through Christmas Eve at Target. October e-grocery sales fall year-over-year; mass merchants continue to gain over grocers Online grocery sales in October were down 3% year-over-year but, at $7.8 billion, were flat with the previous month. Sears Hometown files for bankruptcy; to liquidate inventory Sears Hometown Stores Inc. has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection amid disputes with its parent company. Amazon launches holiday deals event for last-minute shoppers Amazon was one of the first retailers to offer holiday discounts this year, and now is acting to be one of the last. FedEx to offer Amazon-like, box- and label-free online returns FedEx is taking its competition with Amazon to the area of e-commerce returns. Report: Walmart-backed fintech plans to enter buy now, pay later space A fintech startup whose investors include Walmart will reportedly begin offering a buy now, pay later (BNPL) solution as soon as 2023. First Previous 111 112 113 114 115 Next Last
