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Why Trader Joe’s doesn’t deliver, or offer curb pickup
November 6, 2026
While the majority of retailers, from supermarkets to department stores, offer several ways of getting items delivered one grocery chain is a standout for not…
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Extell, Hyatt team to bring StandardX Hotel brand to North America
November 6, 2026
Hyatt Hotels Corporation and the Extell Development Company plan to bring Hyatt's StandardX brand to New York City.
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Most online shoppers want a human, not a chatbot when needing help
November 6, 2026
Two-thirds of online shoppers want a human, not a chatbot, when an order goes wrong.
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Bank of America finds late shopping will surpass early holiday shopping
November 5, 2026
Fewer consumers plan to start holiday shopping early this year, but spending remains on a solid trajectory, according to a new report from Bank of America.
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Amazon, Instacart, Uber file suit protesting delivery driver law
November 5, 2026
Amazon, Uber and Instacart have jointly file a federal lawsuit to stop enforcement of a measure that limits when delivery platforms can remove a driver without…
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Meijer reminds shoppers of in-store medication disposal kiosks
November 5, 2026
Meijer is reminding customers that they can dispose of unwanted, unused and expired medications at drug take-back kiosks located in its in-store pharmacies…
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Texas liquor retailer taps Magstar tech to streamline operations
November 4, 2026
Spec's Wines, Spirits & Foods, which runs more than 200 locations in Texas, is deploying a retail management solution aimed at streamlining sales and store…
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AI isn’t the only recommendation aspect in holiday shopping
November 4, 2026
While AI tools are being used by more consumers when it comes to shopping and browsing, consumers are turning to friends, family and physical stores for…
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VenHub deploying autonomous store at Las Vegas apartment complex
November 4, 2026
VenHub Global Inc. plans to install an autonomous Smart Store at a multifamily residential complex on North Las Vegas Boulevard in Las Vegas, according to a…
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Jos. A. Bank debuts store design in Georgia location
November 3, 2026
Menswear retailer Jos. A. Bank has debuted a reimagined store experience in its new location in Peachtree City, Georgia.
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Spirit Christmas stores popping up in 15 states
November 3, 2026
Spirit Christmas stores are opening in 15 states this holiday season and the retailer will provide shoppers the chance to do some goodwill.
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Holiday shopping budgets being reset this season
November 3, 2026
Consumers are shifting their holiday spending this year, doing a reset given higher prices and increased living costs such as increasing fuel costs.
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AI data issue driving product returns
November 2, 2026
Nearly half of U.S. shoppers, 46%, who bought an item based on an AI recommendation have returned one item in the past year.
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Costco Black Friday sales extend well after Black Friday
November 2, 2026
Costco kicked off its Black Friday sale much earlier this year compared to last, on Oct. 30, and will run it through Nov. 30.
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Brand history important aspect for consumers
November 2, 2026
A majority of consumers, 78%, believe retail brands with a long history are more authentic than a newer brand and three out of four shoppers said brand…
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Skechers HQ on the market
October 30, 2026
Skechers, a footwear brand, is putting its Manhattan Beach headquarters in Southern California up for sale and the competitive bidding process is being handled…
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Rhode Island getting a Costco, finally
October 30, 2026
The state of Rhode Island will soon be home to its first-ever Costco wholesale location.
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Consumers feeling duped by products marketed with AI
October 30, 2026
An increasing number of consumers are feeling duped by products advertised via AI and 43% of Americans report that they have already been duped.
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Theft top factor in retail shrink
October 29, 2026
External theft, including involvement of organized retail crime, is the top single source of loss, accounting for 25% of retail shrink.
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Google, Glance partner to deliver AI-powered commerce to TVs
October 29, 2026
Google and Glance, an AI-powered personal shopping platform backed by InMobi, are teaming up to enhance the television experience by bringing AI-powered…
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