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Retail companies — led by the general merchandise segment — gave a big boost to job market in November.

Imports at the nation’s major retail container ports have set a new record, reaching 2 million containers in a single month for the first time as retailers rush to bring merchandise into the country ahead of a now-postponed increase in tariffs on goods from China.

The headlines abound in these #MeToo movement days about sexual harassment, assault and other bad behavior in the workplace.

Walgreens isn’t about to let Amazon get the best of it.

Expedited shopping is the clear favorite of global e-commerce shoppers as the holidays draw closer.

Albertsons Cos.’ new identity platform is securing online customer data, a move that will enhance the grocer’s digital experience, and drive loyalty.

A new app enables Walmart associates to place online orders for customers — directly from store aisles.

After meet holiday hiring quotas, retailers' next challenge is onboarding, training, and most importantly, engaging those thousands of seasonal workers.