NRF: Holiday retail sales up 4.1%Holiday sales came in on the higher end of estimates by the National Retail Federation, but not all retail sectors shared in the good news. Starbucks to open 100 stores in underserved communities by 2025Starbucks Corp. is expanding its commitment to operating stores in underserved urban and rural areas. Macy’s newest ‘story’ is wellness Macy’s is encouraging consumers to “feel good” in the newest version of its ever-changing, narrative-driven in-store experiential concept. Weis Markets reduces store friction with self-checkout A regional grocer is providing customers with a choice of checkout options. Simon expands partnership with omnichannel returns platform A major mall operator is accepting returns of online purchases at more locations. BevMo! integrates store operations with enterprise A specialty beverage retailer is ensuring a consistent physical and digital customer experience. Sportsman's Warehouse grows store footprint Sportsman's Warehouse Holdings is expanding into a new market. Payless ShoeSource exits bankruptcy; hints at U.S. comeback Payless ShoeSource has emerged from bankruptcy protection with a plan to expand its global operations. Moody’s: Operating income of department stores in 2019 to be down about 20% Another dismal year for U.S. department stores will accelerate change in 2020. Sears legal dispute ends in $18 million settlement The current and former owner of Sears have settled a lawsuit that has been dragging on for months. NRF 2020: It’s the customer, stupid Two sessions at the NRF 2020 conference in New York highlighted how focusing on customer service results in higher sales. Adobe: Mobile plays key role in holiday shopping growth Smartphones drove double-digit increases in online holiday revenue and traffic. First Previous 1862 1863 1864 1865 1866 Next Last
