E-commerce News & Media

Amazon expanding drone delivery this year

August 27, 2026

Amazon Prime Air drone delivery is expanding to nearly 500 cities and towns this year.

NRS launches direct POS integration with Uber Eats

August 21, 2026

National Retail Solutions, which operates a point-of-sale network for independent retailers, has launched direct POS integration with Uber Eats.

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Kroger names Nate Faust as chief e-commerce officer, EVP

August 21, 2026

The Kroger Co. has hired Nate Faust as chief e-commerce officer and executive vice president.

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Walmart: Tariff refunds will keep prices low

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

Walmart revealed it had 11,000 rollbacks in prices in the second quarter, up from 7,200 rollbacks at the end of the first quarter.

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Target sales reveal growth boosted by tariff refunds

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

Target beat street expectations with its Q2 earnings but CEO Michael Fiddelke said there is still important work ahead.

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Costco July sales reflect 10% jump

August 17, 2026

Costco Wholesale had a robust July as net sales were $23.12 billion, reflecting a jump of 10.7% compared to July 2025, according to a company investor press…

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What Amazon's Q2 earnings reveal about consumer needs, expectations

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

While Amazon’s earnings reveal Amazon Web Services is driving big growth the data also reveals competitors have an opportunity to beat the omnichannel retailer.

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Amazon ‘Hear’ audio shopping features offers real-time chat

July 29, 2026

Amazon has launched an AI-powered shopping feature called 'Hear the highlights' where consumers can ask questions and get real-time answers.

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Amazon closing in on CPG retail leader Costco

July 28, 2026

Costco still reigns as the top consumer packaged goods leader but Amazon is closing the gap and not sits just 0.1 share point behind the wholesaler.

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Amazon Prime Day not immune to consumer pressures, competing sale events

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

Amazon's June Prime Day event may have been a bit too early to cash in on the back-to-school consumer shopping season.

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Back-to-school shopping on record-hitting track despite consumers seeking best deals

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

Big spending expected in the back-to-school retail shopping season but consumers are feeling pressure.

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Import cargo may set new record as potential August tariffs loom

July 21, 2026

Import volume at major U.S. container ports is forecast to hit a new all-time record this month, driven by retailers stocking up ahead of expected tariff…

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Walmart lowers prices on beef, summertime food favs

July 16, 2026

Walmart has lowered prices at both its store supermarkets and its wholesale club, Sam's Club, on everything from grocery and household products to outdoor…

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How Independent Retailers Can Compete Like National Chains— Without a National Chain Budget

Independent retailers do not need massive budgets to compete effectively in today’s marketplace. With the right technology partner, small and mid-sized…

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