Westfield, Simon, and Macerich make climate change ‘A List’As all owners of shopping centers endeavor to present customers best practices for hygiene and sanitation, three leaders in retail real estate have won top grades for advancing global climate change. 2021: Entering a New Age of Retail Marketing in a Pandemic EraWe would be remiss to dive into discussion on 2021 predictions for the retail marketing industry before first acknowledging where we stand. Carvana debuts in Arkansas An omnichannel platform for buying and selling used cars is now available in two markets in Arkansas. Pandemic prompts consumers to cut holiday spending U.S. consumers report they will spend 14% less on holiday gifts this year, primarily due to COVID-19 concerns. Amazon launching 26 renewable energy projects Amazon will become the world’s largest corporate purchaser of renewable energy. Starbucks sees strong rebound in 2021 Starbucks Corp. offered an optimistic forecast at its biennial investor day. Take back control: Four key supply chain strategies for 2021 Retailers and brands continue to feel the extensive impact of the pandemic as we head into winter. Serving the Post-Pandemic Consumer Developers and operators of open-air, neighborhood, and community shopping centers always have had a finger on the local neighborhood’s pulse. Private equity firm acquires direct-to-consumer jewelry retailer Ross-Simons has a new owner. Major retailers help found hiring initiative for Black workers Target, Walmart, Lowe’s, and Nordstrom are part of a coalition of companies committing to providing job opportunities for 1 million Black Americans without a four-year college degree. First Previous 616 617 618 619 620 Next Last
