Citi Trends in big merchandise shift; will open 25 to 30 stores annuallyCiti Trends is accelerating its move away from apparel. And it’s still looking for a CEO. Vitamin Shoppe gives out product samples — via in-store interactive kiosksA leading nutritional products retailer is putting a tech twist on vending machines. Kronos: This is the best way to recruit Gen Z workers The newest generation of employees has some old-school motivations for choosing a job. Amazon shines spotlight on small businesses Amazon has announced the U.S. winners of its first-ever Small Business Spotlight Awards. Direct-to-consumer Everlane to drop anchor in Boston A clothing brand known for its "radical transparency" is expanding in the brick-and-mortar space. No Black (Eye) Friday (or Monday) for retailers Black Friday and Cyber Monday play critical roles in the sales and viability of both online and brick-and-mortar retailers. Expert Opinion: Black Friday insights Two industry experts share insights as retailers head into Black Friday. Expert Opinions: Retail Predictions 2020 A round-up of 2020 insights by industry experts. Happy Thanksgiving from Chain Store Age Chain Store Age will be closed for Thanksgiving, Nov. 28 and Nov. 29. The DayBreaker will resume publication on Dec. 2. We wish you all a happy Thanksgiving! Westfield Valencia Town Center gets $20 million makeover Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield has completed a $20 million renovation of its Valencia Town Center property. Consumer confidence dips again Confidence declined in November, but holiday spending still looks “solid.” Four ways to engage holiday shoppers beyond Black Friday weekend Retailers that deliver memorable in-store experiences this holiday season will stay on shoppers’ “nice lists” well into the new year. First Previous 1893 1894 1895 1896 1897 Next Last