Why first-party data is a direct retailer’s most valuable assetWe have finally reached a moment in time where brands are driving meaningful revenue from e-commerce retailers and their own direct-to-consumer channels. Shoe Carnival acquires Shoe Station for $67 millionShoe Carnival has expanded its footprint via an acquisition. First Look: Target’s new stores emphasize convenience, safety Target opened 32 new stores in 2021 — check out some of their features. Hot Topic revamps online order approval Hot Topic Inc. is responding to rapid e-commerce growth by bolstering its authentication process for online orders. Big Lots outlook downbeat amid supply chain headwinds Big Lots reported third-quarter results that beat analysts’ forecasts but warned that it expects supply chain challenges to continue to weigh on gross margins. 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. Online grocery adoption grows Consumer enthusiasm for purchasing groceries online continues climbing. American Express partners with Opy for its first third-party ‘buy now, pay later’ agreement American Express is diving deeper into the fast-growing — and competitive — “buy now, pay later” arena. Tractor Supply recognized as a leading green power user Tractor Supply Company has made sourcing green power a priority. Express swings to Q3 profit as turnaround continues Express Inc. maintained its momentum as it entered the holiday season. First Previous 1492 1493 1494 1495 1496 Next Last