C-store sales on the rise in 2018Fresh, healthy items bolstered sales across convenience stores for the first half of 2018, a move that is earning them more shelf space. Target has an invitation-only appTarget is stepping up new product development with a secret app that connects designers with the customers that purchase the merchandise. ‘Mega breaches’ take a big toll on the bottom line Hidden costs associated with larger data breaches are putting targeted companies at an even bigger financial risk. Snapchat update reportedly hints at Amazon partnership Snapchat could potentially make it easier for users to make a purchase from Amazon. Macy’s reportedly suffers a data breach Cyber-criminals gained access to profiles of Macy’s online customers. U.S. retail CEOs expect M&A activity to drive bullish growth The nation’s retail chief executives are bullish on growth. First Look: Nike’s new store concept uses digital-user data to curate merchandise Nike is launching a format that breaks new ground in using technology to provide a shopping experience that caters to local tastes. 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. CEO confidence inches down; less optimistic about growth Chief executive officers’ confidence in the economy declined slightly in the second quarter, but overall sentiment still remains positive. Survey: Holiday shoppers favor retailers with fast delivery Retailers that offer same-day delivery are likely to have an edge over those that don’t during the 2018 holiday season. Amazon could break through a Prime membership plateau by… Domestic Prime memberships may be hitting a peak, but Amazon could boost growth by focusing on new international subscribers. Wage Stagnation: A worrisome trend in a booming economy Ten years after the Great Recession, most would agree that the U.S. economy is as strong as ever. First Previous 227 228 229 230 231 Next Last
