Study: Consumers’ holiday shipping concerns put pressure on retailersRetailers will be under mounting pressure this holiday season to ensure deliveries arrive on time and at the correct destination as online spending continues to sure amid the pandemic. Claire’s Stores launches its first-ever loyalty program — these are the perksMembers can earn points in Claire's Stores’ new loyalty program through social engagement. Inventory, cost controls pay off for Dillard’s in Q3 Dillard’s turned a profit in the third quarter as it kept a tight lid on inventory and cut expenses by $100 million. Walmart, Kroger Co., Walgreens among chains to administer free COVID vaccines Drug stores and supermarket pharmacies nationwide will be administering free COVID-19 vaccines when they become available. TikTok can continue U.S. operations – for now The Commerce Department is abiding by a court order temporarily prohibiting the shutdown of the TikTok social media platform in the U.S.db Sephora, Cole Hann, TD Bank on best practices for maintaining dark stores Retailers learned an important lesson since March: Temporarily shuttered stores need constant attention. Survey: New year will bring some new shopping habits A majority of consumers say COVID-19 will continue impacting how they shop in 2021, but brick-and-mortar retailers have reason for optimism. Holiday forecast estimates CPG purchases will rise 9.5% to 11.5% The ongoing pandemic will continue to boost spending on consumer packaged goods during the holidays. Quick-service retailers steer toward innovation at the drive-thru Drive-through ordering has been around since the 1930s, but quick-service chains are upgrading this time-tested service with 21st century technology. Done Deal: Bed Bath & Beyond sells Christmas Tree Shops, DC, Linen Holdings Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. continues to make progress in its goal to streamline its portfolio and shed non-core businesses. Nordstrom to offer virtual Santa chats, in-store holiday breakfasts Nordstrom will be offering festive experiences this year in-store and on-line as part of its re-imagined holiday celebrations. Walmart to operate holiday pop-ups for online fulfillment Walmart’s holiday preparation includes creating “pop-up e-commerce distribution centers” to fulfill home delivery orders. First Previous 1606 1607 1608 1609 1610 Next Last