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Study: 5 types of millennial shoppers pose challenges for retailers
June 14, 2016
There are five distinct millennial consumers, and each poses a challenge to today's retailer, according to Cue Connect’s report, "Consumer Moments of Truth.…
read nowRetailers to FTC: PCI DSS part of an 'anticompetitive scheme'
June 10, 2016
In the ongoing saga that is the National Retail Federation vs. the major credit card networks, NRF has asked the Federal Trade Commission to investigate the…
read nowBetter customer experience now on Subway's strategy menu
June 10, 2016
In a big step toward transforming the guest experience, Subway is creating a new internal division, called Digital, and launching a multi-year and…
read nowAustralia is Ikea's next test ground in online shopping strategy
June 10, 2016
Ikea's omnichannel strategy is expanding to Australia, its latest focal point for providing consumers an online shopping channel.
read nowRetail group applauds lawmaker opposition to overtime rule
June 10, 2016
The National Retail Federation is applauding the lawmakers taking a stand against the proposed federal overtime rule advocated by the federal Department of…
read nowRetailers will see more consumer action for Father's Day this year
June 10, 2016
A new study predicts bigger consumer spend for the annual Dad holiday this month, with a projection of $14.3 billion in purchases.
read nowRevenue drop prompts luxury fashion brand to close stores, announce layoffs
June 8, 2016
In a move to stem declining revenue, save on costs and spur sales upward fashion icon Ralph Lauren is slicing 1,000 jobs and shuttering dozens of stores.
read nowStudy: Brand loyalty programs fastest route to a millennial's heart
June 8, 2016
Loyalty programs are proving valuable with consumers and are paying off in more ways than one.
read nowBurberry chief feels economic pain as much as UK retailer
June 8, 2016
Burberry Group, the U.K.'s top luxury goods vendor, had a bit of a rough 2015 in terms of sales and revenue and so did its top leader in terms of annual…
read nowUber updates driver app to boost experience
June 8, 2016
Just about six months after marking down pricing for customers in more than a few cities, Uber is updating its app with enhanced features for its drivers.
read nowVacation, tablet are top Father's Day wants, reveals survey
June 7, 2016
A chance to get away and relax, or a new tablet device, are the top wants when it comes to Father's Day this year.
read nowStaples chief taking leave, veteran leader hired on as interim
June 6, 2016
Ron Sargent, current Staples CEO, is leaving the post next week after being at the retailer’s helm for 14 years.
read nowSurvey: Big disconnect between retailers, consumers in play
June 6, 2016
The physical retail store experience rates tops in terms of retailer focus but personalizing the experience is not getting as much attention. In fact, just 2…
read nowMark Cuban goodies hit the Amazon Exclusives store
June 6, 2016
The Mark Cuban Collection, boasting more than 100 products, including some from the TV show Shark Tank, is now available on Amazon.
read nowBest Buy shuffles leadership in succession effort
June 3, 2016
Electronics retailer Best Buy will have a new chief administrator and financial officer come June 14.
read nowOutdoor gear retailer deploys tougher encryption for card transactions
June 3, 2016
Cabela's is shoring up credit and charge card transaction security with a new Point-to-Point Encryption solution from Ingenico Group. The technology, which is…
read nowIndiana, Kentucky home to new Meijer supercenters
June 2, 2016
Meijer has opened two new supercenters, spanning 192,000 square feet each, in Evansville, Indiana and Owensboro, Kentucky.
read nowLuxury retailer expands loyalty program to include online and offline purchases
June 2, 2016
Nordstrom wants to reward all its customers, no matter which venue they take in paying for a purchase. The luxury retailer is expanding its loyalty program…
read nowFinancials pose a pretty picture for Ulta Beauty
June 2, 2016
In stark comparison to other retail financial reports of late, Ulta Beauty is enjoying robust sales, and the shiny outlook is prompting the beauty retailer to…
read nowReport: Consumers love to be mobile when shopping
June 1, 2016
Today's retail consumers love to mix technology and in-store visits, especially when it comes to big purchases and conduct product research online while in a…
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