Target earnings, revenue fall amid softness in discretionary goods, food Target Corp. had a rare earnings miss in its first quarter as consumers pulled back spending not only on discretionary items but on groceries as well. Calgary Co-op refreshes loyalty appOne of the largest retail co-operatives in North America is expanding its mobile loyalty program and membership tracking features. How Brooks Bros., Floor & Décor, Lamps Plus use advanced planning Three retailers in separate verticals are all having success in different enterprise areas with aid from Manhattan Associates technology. Google enhances product search, advertising with AI Google is releasing several new AI-based tools designed to help retailers promote their products throughout the path to purchase. Study: Most retail workers feel unsafe; want better planning, security A wide majority of retailer workers feel unsafe on the job. Giant Eagle, Cub Foods, Festival Foods expand IoT-based asset monitoring Several regional grocers are amplifying their efforts to ensure food safety and quality with Internet of Things (IoT) technology. Staples encourages recycling with humorous Father’s Day promotion Staples U.S. Retail is making light of the tendency of dads to collect old cables while reminding customers it is a recycling destination. Consumers continue to gravitate to online commerce — even for expensive items More Americans are willing to purchase products online — including pricey items. Survey: Consumers still seeking ways to improve finances Nearly half of American workers feel “financially well,” an increase from last year, according to a new survey. The top consumer fears about online marketplaces are… Concerns over shopping on online marketplaces are widespread but may not always reflect reality. First Previous 79 80 81 82 83 Next Last