Publix sales soar amid pandemic; stock price jumpsPublix’s sales in the first half of the year increased an estimated $2.5 billion due to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Target co-founds new tech training centerTarget is partnering with Minneapolis-based vocational training school Summit Academy OIC in an effort to advance racial equity in IT employment. Plunge in retail rents continue on Fifth Avenue and other luxury shopping sites Average asking rents along 16 high-yield retail corridors in Manhattan were $688 per square foot during the quarter ending on June 30. Etsy globally expands payment platform Etsy is offering its proprietary digital payment service in seven additional countries. Walmart ramps up Amazon competition with omnichannel ad platform Walmart is offering advertisers on-demand visibility into how their campaigns are performing in-store and online. Economic recovery ‘being tested daily,’ says NRF’s chief economist Indicators suggest that the economy has begun to recover as businesses reopen from the pandemic, but it’s uncertain how steadily the comeback will continue. Survey: Consumers shift shopping online, get personal Retailers with a strong online presence and personalization program have reason to be happy. Report: Walmart memo confirms ‘streamlining’ of some roles A message Walmart management sent to employees said some jobs are being eliminated as the company transforms to an omnichannel organization. Survey: Discounts, brand values motivate consumers A good deal always helps motivate shoppers, but there are other offerings retailers can try. Domino’s Pizza looks within for new marketing head The new chief marketing officer for Domino’s Pizza needs no introduction to his staff. First Previous 1031 1032 1033 1034 1035 Next Last
