SPECS 2025 puts spotlight on store development, facilities managementRetail executives and suppliers involved in the planning, design, construction and maintenance of stores, restaurants and non-traditional concepts came together at Chain Store Age’s 61st annual SPECS Show. Cedar Rapids shopping center sold to new ownerA 100%-occupied shopping center in Iowa’s second-largest city is changing hands. Instacart personalizes online grocery shopping via AI Instacart is leveraging next-generation artificial intelligence to provide shoppers with relevant products and health information. PayMore sets sights on opening 150 new stores by end of year PayMore Stores has started 2025 off strong as it continues to expand its footprint in the United States and beyond. Amazon opens dedicated Ireland storefront One day after St. Patrick’s Day, Amazon has followed through on its intention to operate an e-commerce site specifically for consumers in Ireland. Beyond to sell majority stake in Zulily as it focuses on core brands Beyond is selling its majority stake in a brand it purchased one year ago. MotorTrend CEO joins QVC Group C-suite Video commerce platform QVC Group has added a media veteran to its C-suite. Amazon, Walmart to host spring savings events Spring is returning, and so are major seasonal sales promotions from two of the biggest U.S. retailers. Macy’s in deal to develop TV series about women who shaped department stores Macy’s is expanding its presence in television via a deal to adapt a best-selling novel about retail into a scripted series. Sweetgreen hits 250 locations Sweetgreen has reached a new milestone with its first location in Virginia’s capital. First Previous 513 514 515 516 517 Next Last