Placer.ai: Q4 foot traffic was strongest in these retail sectors...Fitness centers, dollar chains, and apparel stores were among the retail sectors that closed out 2024 the strongest in terms of traffic. Report: Costco hiking pay to $30-plus an hour for most U.S. store employeesCostco Wholesale Corp. is giving its hourly employees a raise and some new benefits Houchens Food Group improves grocery shopper engagement The owner/operator of more than 400 stores across a variety of verticals is focusing on customer experience at its grocery banners. Simon acquires two Italian luxury outlets Simon Property Group has added to its international shopping center portfolio. Foot Locker to celebrate NBA All-Star Weekend at San Francisco store Foot Locker, Inc. is launching a host of immersive activations as the basketball world converges on San Francisco next month for NBA All-Star Weekend. Shein marks $15M for product testing; to open polyester recycling hub A popular low-cost shopping app is strengthening its product safety and compliance protocols while preparing to launch innovative polyester recycling. Boot Barn reports strong Q3, lifts guidance; taps Tilly’s exec as digital chief Boot Barn Holdings’ momentum continued in the third quarter as the company delivered double-digit sales growth and continued to expand its store footprint — with 21 more stores on tap for its current quarter. Survey: 40% of retail workers fear job loss from AI As artificial intelligence continues to see massive investments, more than a third of American workers fear automation will eliminate their jobs. Walgreens halts quarterly dividend Walgreens Boots Alliance has made a move to shore up its balance sheet as its turnaround efforts continue. Gift card sales — including digital ones — rise over holiday season Gift cards were a hit among consumers this past holiday season. First Previous 480 481 482 483 484 Next Last
