Forecast: Back-to-school sales to hit seven year highAmerican consumers are ramping up their spending just in time for the critical back-to-school (BTS) season. Tax law glitch puts crimp on store renovation plansA drafting error in the new tax law is causing some retailers and restaurant owners to delay their renovation and improvement plans. Weis Markets steps up mobility Weis Markets is getting connected—through WiFi, that is. The Fresh Market trimming its store fleet The Fresh Market on Monday announced a round of store closings. Kroger partners with Club Monaco founder on new apparel brand The Kroger Co. is overhauling its apparel strategy by launching a family apparel brand developed by the man responsible for Club Monaco and Joe Fresh. Amazon Watch: Weekly recap In addition to revealing details about Prime Day, Amazon made the headlines for several other stories. Here’s a rundown: Retail industry loses jobs in June Jobs in the retail industry are up over last year, but down from last month. Study: Prime Day to give back-to-school spending a big boost Retailers are jumping onboard Amazon’s upcoming Prime Day event to kick off their back-to-school shopping season. Amazon reportedly making unlikely move to sell toys Amazon will be going old-school this holiday season as it looks to win over former Toys “R” Us customers this holiday season. Study: Most consumers welcome Amazon’s move into pharmacy There is good news for Amazon in a research report from Global DataRetail regarding the online giant’s acquisition of online pharmacy PillPack. First Previous 436 437 438 439 440 Next Last
