Exclusive Q&A: Wayfair applies AI to supply chain disruptionWayfair Inc. is solving issues such as demand spikes, storage, and on-time fulfillment with artificial intelligence solutions. REI to open its 31st store in California next yearREI Co-op continues to expand across the U.S. Pep Boys’ shuttering of its auto parts business makes 81 storefronts available The auto service chain’s owner, Icahn Automotive, leased 109 such locations to Advanced Auto Parts last year. Alibaba kicks off ‘Singles Day’ with presale event The 14th annual edition of the annual Alibaba Global Shopping Festival (known colloquially as “11.11” or “Singles Day”) is starting early. NPD forecasts modest decline in Q4 apparel sales Consumers are looking to stretch their budgets as they head into holiday sales. Disney marks 100 years with new music-themed store – in the metaverse Disney is providing a virtual way to discover, listen to, learn about and purchase soundtracks and songs from Disney’s catalog. Study: Demand for secondhand, returned goods — including furniture — exploding Value is top of mind for all consumers — including the most affluent — as resale expands beyond apparel. 5Qs for Ron Goldstone on how municipalities impede retail’s redevelopment Local government officials want Target to fill that empty Walmart store, not a self-storage facility—but that’s unlikely to happen. Best Buy launches Mac laptop upgrade program with BNPL provider Best Buy Co. Inc. is combining buy now, pay later (BNPL) financing with an upgrade option for select Mac Laptop models. Indoor mini-golf/dining concept Puttshack continues U.S. expansion with new capital An entertainment destination that combines tech-driven mini-golf with food and drink and whose creators include the founders of Topgolf has closed a new round of funding to support its U.S. expansion. Holiday beauty event returns to Amazon — with livestream shopping Early holiday sales activity continues at Amazon with the e-tail giant’s second annual “Holiday Beauty Haul” promotion. Walmart links credit card rewards to in-store discounts Walmart is partnering with a financial services technology platform to let shoppers redeem credit card rewards points at its stores. First Previous 1121 1122 1123 1124 1125 Next Last