Holiday Forecast: Off-mall stores will see biggest growth in four yearsDefying stubborn department store and mall traffic weakness — and after an abysmal start to the retail year — consumers are loosening their purse strings, just in time for the critical holiday season. Nation's largest mall to close on Thanksgiving, pay OT on Black FridayFor the second year in a row, Mall of America is giving its employees off on Thanksgiving Day. It's also adding something new. Study: Online shoppers want a personalized experience Digital shoppers expect a personalized retail experience, a demand that’s forcing retailers to step up their engagement strategies for the holidays. Sears in promotional frenzy as holidays approach Sears is offering customers deep discounts as the holiday selling season starts to kick in. eBay kicks off holidays with early deals eBay is putting a new twist on the notion of "last minute" shopping. Study: Retailers investing in technology that shoppers not ready to embrace Retailers are increasing their technology budgets, but they may be investing in enhancements that shoppers don't want. At least not yet. Starbucks' holiday cups have a different spin this year In a sure sign that the holiday season is upon us, Starbucks Corp.'s seasonal cups have arrived in stores. Sharper Image in store comeback -- for limited time Sharper Image has returned to brick-and-mortar retailing for the holidays. Ideal combination to boost holiday spending A robust stock market and high levels of consumer confidence means good news for retailers this holiday season. But that doesn't mean Black Friday will be a blow-out. Report: Ikea marketing campaign presents long, ‘boring’ YouTube videos A home furnishings retailer is taking a new approach to YouTube ads. First Previous 411 412 413 414 415 Next Last
