Mass Merchant

Kroger expands program to eliminate checkout lanes

The nation’s largest supermarket operator is taking the lead over rivals in the effort to provide shoppers with a checkout-free shopping experience.
Home furnishings giant adding to U.S. footprint

Ikea is expanding its U.S. presence.
Report: Mattress Firm to close some stores

The largest mattress retailer in the United States plans to reduce its store portfolio, which has expanded in recent years due to a series of major acquisitions.
NRF bullish on new tax package

The National Retail Federation welcomed the recently passed tax measure, saying it will dramatically benefit businesses, workers and consumers.
Troubles mount at Toys ‘R’ Us

The third quarter brought no relief to the nation's largest toy store retailer.
Report: Walmart in early stage of developing new store format—and that's not all

The nation's largest retailer is hard at work on two innovative initiatives.
$54 million Missouri center completed

Knoebel Construction announced it has completed the 270,000 sq.-ft. Shoppes at Mid Rivers in St. Peters, Missouri, across the highway from Mid Rivers Mall.
Trending Stores: Foot Locker, Los Angeles

Foot Locker has opened its first-ever West Coast flagship, at Hollywood and Highland in Los Angeles.

Walmart reveals top online sellers of 2017 by state