DoorDash launches ultrafast delivery serviceDoorDash is leveraging its DashMart online convenience channel to support delivery of grocery and CPG items in 10-15 minutes. In a first, New York City mandates vaccines for all private sector workersNew York City has become the first city in the country to impose a coronavirus vaccine mandate for private employers. Jack in the Box to acquire Del Taco for $575 million Jack in the Box Inc. is buying the second-largest Mexican quick-serve chain in the United States. Retail sales reached pre-pandemic levels before December, says NPD The U.S. retail industry had largely recovered from the COVID-19 pandemic even before the start of December. Square changes name to Block A growing financial payments company is adopting a new corporate identity. Amazon CTO makes five technology predictions The chief technology officer of Amazon is offering predictions for how technology will evolve in five key areas during 2022 and beyond. Shoe Carnival acquires Shoe Station for $67 million Shoe Carnival has expanded its footprint via an acquisition. WD Partners names Jay Highland as executive VP, creative WD has appointed an industry veteran and leader to its leadership team. Online grocery adoption grows Consumer enthusiasm for purchasing groceries online continues climbing. First Look: Target’s new stores emphasize convenience, safety Target opened 32 new stores in 2021 — check out some of their features. Holiday sales could beat forecast despite inflation, COVID, says NRF economist Early signs point to a record holiday season for retailers. CBRE’S Brandon Isner on retail’s beckoning future Retail spaces are increasing their productivity on a per sq. ft. basis, quite steeply. In short, retailers are doing more with less. First Previous 1308 1309 1310 1311 1312 Next Last
