NRF chief economist talks about inflationInflation is at a 40-year high and isn’t hitting all consumers as hard as top-line numbers might suggest. But it will still play a key role. Bad customer service puts brands at riskConsumers do not give brands a lot of leeway in the level of service they expect. Instacart enhanced shopper support includes new app features Instacart is introducing three new services specifically aimed at its more than 600,000 part-time and independently contracted shoppers. Salesforce: Inflation pushes online revenue up even as consumers shopped less February 2021 saw U.S. consumers less willing to shop online. Amazon joins federal effort to create bio-friendly plastic Amazon is partnering with a Department of Energy (DOE) initiative to create recyclable plastic materials. eBay debuts digital wallet; eyes revenue growth, secure storage eBay is launching its first-ever digital wallet as it forecasts financial growth in the next two years and reveals plans for a massive storage facility. Spending momentum rebounds in February, fueled by older Americans Consumer spending resumed its robust pace of expansion in February amid declining COVID-19 case counts. Online inflation hits record high; apparel has highest rise February marked the 21st consecutive month of online inflation. Genesco finishes year strong and swings to full-year profit Genesco Inc. reported fourth-quarter earnings and revenue that exceeded pre-pandemic levels amid a strong holiday season. Walmart launches new telehealth, online vitamin services Walmart is continuing to expand its presence as an online provider of wellness products and services. First Previous 418 419 420 421 422 Next Last