Retail sales cooled in January after strong DecemberU.S. retail sales fell more than expected in January amid cold weather and after robust holiday shopping in December. Starbucks, Bank of America connect loyalty programsStarbucks Rewards members who are also Bank of America cardholders can link their accounts for additional benefits. Staples reboots loyalty program as 'Easy Rewards' Staples Rewards is now known as Easy Rewards, and offers members points, as well as customized savings and perks. Target launches low-price private brand — with some items under $1 Target Corp. is targeting budget-minded consumers and moving into the dollar and extreme discount space with its newest owned brand. Shop ‘n Save personalizes cash back promotions A mid-Atlantic grocery co-op chain is partnering with a cash back app. Neiman Marcus optimizes merchandising with machine learning Neiman Marcus is utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) technology to improve pricing and merchandising decisions. Investor group takes majority stake in The Children’s Place An investor group has taken an unsolicited stake in The Children’s Place. URW details Westfield Old Orchard redevelopment The project will break ground next year, adding residential units, a park and event space, and new retailers and restaurants. Asian e-commerce platform to acquire Wish for bargain price One of the world’s largest mobile e-commerce platforms has reached an agreement to be sold. CEO of Macerich to retire; successor named Thomas O'Hern's chair will be filled by former Spirit Capital Realty CEO Jackson Hsieh. Church's Texas Chicken accelerates remodeling initiative amid expansion The San Antonio-based chicken chain said it is further accelerating its efforts to remodel existing restaurants under its “Blaze” design concept. Survey: Retailers optimistic; new store openings up An annual survey finds retailers optimistic about the future despite inflation and pricing concerns. First Previous 779 780 781 782 783 Next Last
