Customers most satisfied with these appliance retailers…People who purchase a new appliance primarily because of the price are far less satisfied than those who purchase for long-term benefits such as energy savings or a product guarantee/warranty. How will consumers approach the 2024 holiday season?With optimism around the economy improving, consumers say they are planning to spend more on gifts this holiday season, according to a new survey. Report: Shopping in Saks’ store in San Francisco to be by appointment-only Consumers will soon need an appointment to shop in the Saks Fifth Avenue store on Post Street in San Francisco’s Union Square. Weis Markets expands tech partnership for category insights East Coast grocer Weis Markets is deploying a new AI software to better gain access to customer analytics. Consumer sentiment falls in July amid ongoing inflation concerns High prices continues to weigh on consumers. Midwest shopping center acquired through joint venture A 121,000-sq.ft. open-air shopping center in the St. Louis suburbs has new owners. Skechers ups full-year outlook amid ‘robust demand’ and strong Q2 sales Skechers reported record sales for its second quarter, which marked the 25th anniversary of its initial public offering. Survey: Automated voice agents lead to frustrated customers, turnover Automated voice agents are heavily unpopular with consumers. Toys”R”Us to open shop-in-shops at Navy Exchange stores Toys”R”Us continues to expand in brick-and-mortar via partnerships. Casey’s to acquire Texas-based C-store chain CEFCO in $1.1 billion deal Casey’s General Stores continues to expand its footprint in the Lone Star State and other southern markets. 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last