Survey finds retail store managers optimistic going into second half of year Three quarters of retail store managers report their sales levels match or are exceeding last year at this time. Walmart opens application period for its largest sourcing event: Open Call Walmart is now accepting applications for its 10th annual Open Call event, inviting small business owners and entrepreneurs to apply to pitch their products to be sold on Walmart, Sam’s Club or on Walmart.com. Poshmark enables visual search An online fashion resale marketplace is allowing shoppers to find items using a smartphone photo. Babies R Us makes a comeback — at American Dream The “experiential” 10,000-sq.-ft. store is expected to ignite a national expansion. Brooks Running obtains real-time supply chain visibility A global performance running footwear and apparel company is helping ensure responsible sourcing. Schnuck Markets to roll out AI-based Instacart smart carts Schnuck Markets Inc. is deploying artificial intelligence (AI)-equipped shopping carts from Instacart in select stores this fall. Lowe’s offers new same-day delivery option Lowe’s Companies Inc. is entering a second partnership to deliver digital orders from stores the day they are placed. Walmart offers new solutions for small businesses, non-profits Walmart is expanding upon an initiative it launched in January 2023 to help nonprofits and small and medium businesses (SMBs) buy its goods. Signet Jewelers rolls out fine jewelry rental to select Zales stores Signet Jewelers Limited is diving deeper into the jewelry rental business. Expert Opinion: UPS strike would cost U.S. economy billions —per day The UPS Teamsters negotiations process has certainly drawn a lot of attention with theatrics on both sides as the deadline is now just two weeks away. First Previous 394 395 396 397 398 Next Last