The future of in-store shopping is immersive and aspirationalThe U.S. retail industry is anticipating a strong 2021, and the NRF predicts sales growth of 6.5%-8.2% this year – the fastest since 2004. Exclusive Q&A: Grocery retailers must adapt to shifting landscapeCOVID-19, as well as supply chain disruption and sustainability concerns, are requiring grocery retailers to leverage innovative solutions and strategies. Kite and RPAI merge; become a top five retail center REIT Kite Realty Group and Retail Properties of America announced a merger in which RPAI will become a subsidiary of KRG. Amazon to donate land for affordable housing Amazon is making a donation — valued at $40 million — to help create more than 550 new affordable homes. Consumer sentiment falls amid concern over rising prices Inflation fears took a toll on consumer sentiment in June. Retail sales solid in June Retail sales edged up in most categories in June and were up across the board on a yearly basis. Klarna gives select small retailers a big break A global retail bank, payments and shopping service is suspending payment fees and providing free marketing to assist small-to-mid-sized businesses. Specialty car electronics retailer amplifies leads, sales via chat Car Toys is accelerating its revenue growth with a boost from the Podium mobile communication/payment platform. Etsy, Walmart top list of 2021’s fastest-growing e-commerce retailers The top 15 U.S. retailers by e-commerce sales will account for 72.3% of total e-commerce sales in the United States this year. Rebag offers instant gratification for resale A digitally native handbag reseller is enabling customers to buy and sell items in a single, combined transaction. Leading-edge technologies bring the mall into the future Malls are stepping up their competition with multi-use outdoor centers by leveraging some very modern technology solutions. Giant Food accepts online federal benefit payments A regional grocer is now accepting federal EBT SNAP payments for eligible items for online in-store pickup and curbside pickup orders. First Previous 1416 1417 1418 1419 1420 Next Last
