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Kroger’s same-store March sales up 30%; costs up amid increased investments
The Kroger Co. maintained its first-quarter guidance and reported a 30% increase in March same-store sales, with surging demand in the middle of the month amid the COVID-19 outbreak.
Study: Online channel likely to benefit long-term from COVID-19
It has only been a few weeks, but the COVID-19 pandemic is already making many consumers more likely to shop online.

Adobe: E-commerce is changing, not just because of COVID-19

Digital shopping and purchasing power were on the rise even before the COVID-19 pandemic began.
Loblaw, Breuninger support online shift with cloud technology

A Canadian grocer and German department store retailer are leveraging Google Cloud resources on the front and back ends of the enterprise.
Tailored Brands resumes online fulfillment, will manufacture masks

The parent company of Men’s Wearhouse and Jos. A. Banks has reopened its e-commerce fulfillment centers and begun shipping online orders.
Kroger giving another bonus to ‘hero’ employees

The Kroger Company is increasing its efforts to reward employees working on the frontlines during the COVID-19 pandemic.
No rent break from Taubman for retailers

Taubman Centers, one of the largest owners of malls in the United States, is demanding rent from tenants even though their properties are shuttered during the coronavirus pandemic.
Macy’s leaving S&P 500 Index

Macy’s Inc. is being removed from the S&P 500 Index to make way for Carrier Global Corp.
Register Now: CSA webinar on how to maximize online sales during COVID-19

An upcoming webinar hosted by Chain Store Age will provide practical and actionable insights on how retailers can meet e-commerce, delivery and mobile challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic.
David’s Bridal, Guess?, Christopher & Banks furloughing employees, cutting expenses

More retailers are furloughing employees and taking other measures to shore up liquidity as they extend store closings amid the COVID-19 crisis.
Expert Insight: Facilities tips for coping with COVID-19

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to dominate headlines worldwide, businesses in nearly every industry face fresh challenges each day, many of which will impact operations in the weeks and months to come.
Urban Outfitters temporarily halts rent payments

With its stores temporarily closed, Urban Outfitters said it will suspend the payment of rent temporarily and delay or cancel some planned new store openings.