Proposed Kroger, Albertsons merger delayed The proposed merger between two U.S. supermarket giants is no longer expected to be completed in March. Study: In-store grocery shopping trumps online; self-checkout gains steamSelf-checkout continues to gain traction — particularly with certain demographics. Study: Consumers undeterred by stricter policies as returns continue to increase Higher restocking and shipping fees and shorter windows aren’t stopping customers from making returns, which are eating into retailers’ profitability. Mid-market retailers optimistic about growth in 2024 Executives and C-suite professionals at mid-market retail and consumer packaged goods companies are nearly universally optimistic about 2024, with few anticipating a recession. More Rite Aid store leases are coming up for sale A&G will be handling transactions for those and 47 other previously announced leases. Sparse space, high rents will continue to plague retailers in 2024 CoStar reports that 82 million square feet of new construction in 2022 fell to 46 million square feet in 2023. JCPenney boosts employee retention with mobile app JCPenney is providing frontline associates with workplace tools and capabilities via an employee app. Inflation expected to decrease Valentine's Day spending Consumers may be feeling the love for Valentine’s Day. But that doesn't mean they will be opening their wallets. Amazon reportedly cuts staff in audiobook/podcast division The latest round of layoffs at Amazon is hitting its Audible audio content organization. Gap makes two C-suite appointments The new CEO of Gap Inc. has made his first executive appointments — with one joining the chain from his prior company. First Previous 102 103 104 105 106 Next Last
