Brookfield latches on to new gaming concept; planning 1,000 locations in five yearsElectric Gamebox, a multi-player video game experience developed in the U.K., will be opening 100 locations in the U.S. Survey: Gen Z consumers trust Instagram influencersGen Z consumers show particular interest in Instagram when it comes to social media influencer content. Alex and Ani files for bankruptcy Alex and Ani is looking for a buyer. Shopify: Customer service lets small brands compete with marketplaces Independent retailers and brands face stiff competition from large online marketplaces, but can leverage personalization and product quality to thrive. Macy’s fireworks will be live in ‘epic celebration’ One of summer’s most iconic events is returning after being hijacked last year by the pandemic. U.S. online sales forecast revised upward E-commerce is on track to surpass 20% of total U.S. retail sales by 2024. Amazon teams up with National Safety Council to address workplace injuries Amazon is going on the offense against workplace injuries. Walmart offers free virtual courses to the public Walmart is turning its employee academies into community resources. GameStop names two former Amazon execs to top roles, including CEO GameStop Corp. has tapped a former Amazon executive to lead its turnaround as it puts more of an emphasis on its digital operations. Retail sales to exceed $4.44 trillion in 2021, as NRF revises annual forecast upward The National Retail Federation has revised one of its most closely watched forecasts upward as consumer spending accelerates. First Previous 1630 1631 1632 1633 1634 Next Last