Ross Stores Q2 sales jump; gives weak outlook on higher supply chain and COVID costsRoss Stores reported a strong quarter that beat expectations but warned of possible risks from escalating supply chain congestion and the COVID-19 delta variant. Foot Locker has blowout quarterFoot Locker Inc. ran fast in its second quarter, with earnings that far exceeded expectations and said it is “cautiously optimistic” about its outlook for the second half of the year. Survey: Shoppers still headed to stores — but taking precautions The Delta variant of COVID-19 concerns consumers, but not enough to keep them home. Target to open four regional 'sortation' centers for online orders Target Corp. is attempting to shave time off its online delivery process by speeding up the fulfillment of e-commerce orders from stores. Survey: In-store experience still critical to shoppers The COVID-19 pandemic and an uptick in digitization are blurring shopper distinction between online and brick-and-mortar channels. CSA Exclusive: Retail co-op members stay independent with shared tech CCA Global Partners is helping independent flooring retailers remain competitive in the face of national chain competition and COVID-19 challenges. Survey: Retailers boost spending on returns management Retailers are seeing an increase in returned items, with the growth of e-commerce a likely culprit. Weedmaps offers in-app ordering; launches partnership with NBA star An online cannabis marketplace is easing mobile purchases and expanding into a content venture that includes NBA star Kevin Durant. Walmart, Albertsons partner with United Airlines for COVID-19 testing United Airlines customers can now directly book COVID-19 tests at participating Walmart and Albertsons locations. Survey: Gen Z fuels vending machine surge Unattended retail (i.e., vending machines and automated kiosks) has grown in popularity during the COVID-19 pandemic, especially with younger consumers. First Previous 501 502 503 504 505 Next Last