Starbucks investing $1 billion in new wage hikes, training, store innovationStarbucks Corp. reported second-quarter sales that topped estimates and announced several new initiatives as it looks to deter a spreading union push. Francesca’s mobile app enables frontline workersFrancesca’s Holdings Corp. is providing associates access to an app designed to improve communication, learning, and productivity. Amazon eyes tech hub expansion in California Amazon will add new office space and workers to its Southern California technology infrastructure. Canada retailers including Metro, Giant Tiger expand online delivery Metro, Giant Tiger, and Galleria Supermarket are a few of the Canadian retailers launching or building on partnerships with a well-known delivery platform. Bed Bath & Beyond kicks off omnichannel college promotion Bed Bath & Beyond wants to help incoming college kids prepare for the transition to a campus residence. Victory for Amazon as workers reject union The fledgling union effort at Amazon was dealt a setback on Monday. Walmart expands support for Indian third-party sellers Walmart continues to develop infrastructure for its burgeoning India sourcing initiative. CSA Exclusive: eBay exec discusses Refurbished storefront eBay is keeping up with the times as it expands its Refurbished program for like-new products. Elon Musk is buying Twitter – what’s next for retailers? Meet the likely new boss of Twitter, who may prove very different than the old bosses. Publix debuts 15-minute delivery Publix Super Markets Inc. is partnering with a well-known hosted delivery platform to fulfill online orders in 15 minutes in a major market. First Previous 344 345 346 347 348 Next Last