Alex and Ani outsources warehousing and fulfillmentAlex and Ani is moving its inventory into third-party warehouses and utilizing a hosted last-mule delivery platform. Costco Q2 sales up 6.5%; expands into two new countriesCostco Wholesale Corp. posted second-quarter earnings that beat Street estimates as it joined other retailers in noting softening discretionary sales. Save Mart automates picking and packing at dark store The Save Mart Companies is supporting a same-day grocery delivery and pick-up service with automated micro-fulfillment technology. Reimagining the store Three retailers are creating their own very different models for the “store of the future.” Ikea takes part in forest protection initiative Global home furnishings retailer Ikea is working to ensure the sustainability of the wood used in textile products it sells. Best Buy warns of declining CE sales; to expand outlet store footprint Best Buy Co. reported fourth-quarter earnings and sales that beat expectations but offered weak full-year guidance. Kroger to invest over $770 million in employees in 2023 The Kroger Co. is making a big investment this year that will raise employee wages and support comprehensive benefits. Macy’s Q4 better than expected; expects spending to remain under pressure Macy’s reported fourth-quarter profit and sales declines but still beat Wall Street estimates. Amazon streamlines procurement for business customers A new feature on the Amazon Business app is designed to help ensure purchase payments are received, accurate, and complete. Walgreens supports presidential HIV initiative Walgreens is partnering with two well-known on-demand delivery providers to help facilitate the treatment of HIV. First Previous 228 229 230 231 232 Next Last