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Seasonal hiring in retail lowest in five years; warehousing hires also down
Retailers are having a hard time filling seasonal jobs even after offering sign-on bonuses and other incentives.
Walmart invests in Indian agriculture platform to support Flipkart
Walmart is continuing to invest in Indian digital commerce technology, with an eye toward bolstering its Flipkart subsidiary’s fresh produce supply chain.

Report: More Starbucks workers file for union elections

Starbucks baristas at two additional locations are looking to unionize.
Pacsun introduces same-day delivery in time for holidays

Pacsun is launching same-day delivery in 40 stores across 10 major U.S. markets.
Survey: Online resale goes mainstream, extends to large items

The online resale market is growing rapidly, and beyond traditional clothing and accessories.
Three ways DTC brands can combat holiday supply disruptions

This year’s holiday outlook is merry and bright, with sales anticipated to rise at least 7%, according to a recent report from Bain and Deloitte.
Sally Beauty offers two-hour holiday delivery

Sally Beauty is providing two-hour delivery throughout December as part of its same-day delivery launch.
Survey: Inventory is a major issue for grocery shoppers

Grocery retailers that offer a wide and deep product inventory enjoy a distinct advantage in building customer loyalty.
Commentary: New York City’s new vaccine requirements for employers

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced on Dec. 6 that employees not previously covered under the existing “Key to NYC” vaccination requirements and who perform in-person work for private businesses in the city must receive at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine by Dec. 27.
Exclusive: Retail Predictions/Insights for 2022

Experts from several leading retail technology companies gazed into their crystal balls to provide Chain Store Age readers with a view of what industry will experience in 2022 and beyond.