J.C. Penney hiring 25,000 seasonal workers; offering premium pay on certain daysJC Penney’s holiday plans include extra-early opening hours and a prize sweepstakes. Editor’s commentary: What could the ‘Metaverse’ mean for retail?Facebook has big plans for its “Metaverse” concept, and it could evolve in a few different ways that would affect retailers. NewStore: Nordstrom, DSW, Louis Vuitton are omnichannel leaders A new study reveals the brands that have best unified their digital and physical channels while making shopping simple and seamless. Knot Standard partners with Brooks Brothers, Nordstrom, Bloomingdales for in-store fitting services A made-to-measure menswear retailer is providing artificial intelligence-based, in-store custom fitting services. Walmart connects brands to holiday shoppers via social media, AR Walmart is offering several new omnichannel touchpoints, tools and partnerships to directly connect customers with its brand partners. Amex Trendex: Consumers ready for in-person holiday celebrations; shopping early Consumers are ready for the real thing when it comes to holiday gatherings this year. CSA Exclusive: Neil Saunders provides insight into resale There are multiple factors driving resale growth — and they will extend into 2022, according to one of the nation’s leading retail experts. Three ways early Black Friday is shaking up retail A year like no other is producing a Black Friday holiday promotion like no other. Starbucks posts record quarterly sales as U.S. comps rise 22% Starbucks Corp. reported a mixed quarter, with strong sales at home but weakness in its second-largest market. California Pizza Kitchen entering Canada A California-inspired eatery is planning to expand up north. First Previous 1523 1524 1525 1526 1527 Next Last