Retail industry led job cuts in 2019The year 2019 saw the highest number of job cuts in the U.S. in four years even as the nation maintained a low unemployment rate. Survey: Holiday shoppers made merry with this channelConsumer participation in one particular type of commerce surged during the holiday season. Shopkick: Top shopping trends for 2020 Shoppers will visit brick-and-mortar stores in 2020, but won’t check their devices at the door. Sweetened bid may be in the offing for Hudson’s Bay The battle to take Hudson’s Bay private drags on. 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. What to expect in 2020 — what not to expect Retailers can expect e-commerce growth to continue to accelerate in 2020. Two new CEOs announced at dawn of New Year The ending of 2019 brought with it two new chief executive appointments. Walmart CEO gets big platform The chief executive of the nation’s largest retailer has taken on the chairmanship of a high-profile pro-business coalition. Amazon reports ‘record’ holiday sales Amazon is one of the first retailers out of the gate to report a happy holiday. It’s official: Minimum age to buy tobacco is now 21 It is now illegal to sell tobacco products — including e-cigarettes and vaping cartridges — to anyone under the age of 21. First Previous 334 335 336 337 338 Next Last
