State Lockdowns: Update on the latest orders in response to COVID-19Stay-at-home orders nationwide are expiring and easing — or in some cases, extending — in varying degrees. Here’s an update on what some states are doing. Kroger rewards employees with new payout; extends paid emergency leaveThe Kroger Co. is doubling down on its efforts to reward its frontline employees working during the COVID-19 crisis. Big Minnesota malls begin opening on Monday Two major malls in the Minneapolis metro will welcome back shoppers on Monday. Shopkick: Consumers ready to return to stores — with caveats A new survey reveals anxieties and expectations consumers have about shopping in stores as COVID-19 restrictions are lifted. Hooters reopens 150-plus locations for dine-in service Customers can now dine in at select Hooters locations as the chain begins its first phase of reopening. Postmates jumps to curbside pickup for customers, drivers An omnichannel delivery platform is attempting to ease the post-COVID-19 brick-and-mortar reopening process. Survey: 43% of essential retailers increased hourly pay amid COVID-19 A new survey details the measures essential retailers are taking to reward and protect employees amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Re-opened Ikea centers in Europe and Asia see 80% traffic returns Ten Ikea-anchored shopping centers in Poland opened up after 51 days of shutdown and counted an 87% return of normal traffic. Survey: Consumer behavior continues shifting during pandemic Comparative surveys conducted in March and April demonstrate many COVID-19-related consumer trends have accelerated since the crisis began. Include the human factor in your post-pandemic technology plans As retailers prepare for an increasingly technocentric “new normal” following COVID-19, they should design strategies around consumer behavior. Starbucks individualizes loyalty offers A global coffee giant ensures that it keeps the personal touch. J.C. Penney makes interest payment as it explores bankruptcy J.C. Penney Co., as of Friday, is continuing to explore its strategic alternatives. First Previous 1759 1760 1761 1762 1763 Next Last
