Ad Explosion: Retailers poised to become the next media mogulsExpect more retailers to build out their online ad platforms. Will emptied offices in major metros devalue retail space?Last week, New York City released a report saying that the value of its forest of office towers had fallen by 25% in the past year. Kroger debuts next-gen fulfillment center model in Ohio After three years of planning, Kroger has finally gone live with its leading-edge automated warehouse concept known as a customer fulfillment center. Walmart increases efforts to protect birds, bees, other pollinators from pesticides Walmart announced a comprehensive initiative to protect birds, bees, butterflies and other pollinators — all of which are essential to the nation’s food supply. Online grocer Farmstead eyes national growth with DoorDash A San Francisco-based online grocer is supporting a planned 15-city expansion by collaborating with DoorDash. Giant Eagle spreads omnichannel personalization wings A regional supermarket chain is evolving its customer personalization strategy beyond the four walls of the store. Kantar: Amazon widens brand equity gap Consumers view Amazon as significantly “different” than competitors Target and Walmart. Survey: Consumers say Walmart is top grocer for value For the first time since the pandemic began, U.S. shoppers are prioritizing value over speed when they shop. Good news for stores: Consumer sentiment about COVID-19 recovery improving The number of consumers who are ready to pursue normal activity is on the rise. Gen Z survey: Teens big on ‘thrifting,’ Nike, Chick-fil-A — and 1990s fashions Gen Z is ready to spend on clothing again, with females leading the recovery. First Previous 266 267 268 269 270 Next Last