Mass Merchant

NYC’s Queens Center Mall returns from special servicing
One of big mall owner Macerich’s chief properties, the million-sq.-ft. Queens Center Mall that serves as that New York City borough’s retail nexus, has emerged from special servicing brought upon by the pandemic downturn.
National retail growth in October led by these cities and categories…
Atlanta, Houston, and Orlando were the metropolitan areas leading the road to retail recovery in October.

Gainesville mega-center to do Christmas tree lightings on five consecutive Fridays

The massive Butler retail complex in Gainesville, Fla., has five supermarkets and 44 food and beverage establishments, so why not five Christmas tree lightings?
Walmart sales, earnings top estimates as online sales surge 79%

Walmart Inc. reported another strong quarter as its e-commerce sales continued to soar amid the pandemic.
Kohl’s Q3 sales fall; reinstating dividend

Kohl’s Corp. swung to a loss in its third quarter as the pandemic continues to impact sales but the retailer still managed to top its own expectations amid online growth.
Here’s What to Expect from the Most Unusual Black Friday in History

Much of what Black Friday is all about — doorbusters and crowds — is set to change in 2020.
Simon adds new omnichannel returns offering

A major mall operator is now partnering with two different platforms for in-store returns of online purchases.
Survey: Holiday shopping started early, in-store shoppers feel safe

A new survey reveals that holiday shopping has gotten off to an earlier start than usual this year and that cash will definitely not be king this season.
Amazon pilots paid virtual shopping service as part of Black Friday promo

Amazon is including a discount on a paid interactive experience called “Amazon Explore” as part of its Black Friday promotion, which starts Friday, Nov. 20.
Sharp rise in October traffic signals fast start for holiday shopping

The early start predicted for holiday shopping in the pandemic year of 2020 is happening, according to store traffic counts.

NYC’s Queens Center Mall returns from special servicing

National retail growth in October led by these cities and categories…

Gainesville mega-center to do Christmas tree lightings on five consecutive Fridays

Walmart sales, earnings top estimates as online sales surge 79%

Kohl’s Q3 sales fall; reinstating dividend

Here’s What to Expect from the Most Unusual Black Friday in History

Simon adds new omnichannel returns offering

Survey: Holiday shopping started early, in-store shoppers feel safe

Amazon pilots paid virtual shopping service as part of Black Friday promo

Sharp rise in October traffic signals fast start for holiday shopping