Consumer Trends: Page 152
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Wages likely to rise this year
Even without a nationwide minimum wage increase, wages could increase as retailers compete for workers in a healthier economy.
By Daphne Howland • May 13, 2014 -
Study shows ignoring non-moms costing retailers
By overemphasizing motherhood over “otherhood,” retailers are leaving money on the table, according to a new book and corresponding study.
By Daphne Howland • May 12, 2014 -
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TrendlineHow artificial intelligence is shaping retail
More retailers are leaning on AI as a tool, tapping into the tech to improve customer service and support supply chain functions.
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Apple speeds up returns to drive e-commerce
Despite the costs, the electronics retailer is hoping to boost website sales by being more responsive with returns.
By Daphne Howland • May 12, 2014 -
Deep Dive
What's the rush for same-day delivery?
Amazon has sparked a competition in same-day delivery. But why? And where will it go?
By Daphne Howland • May 12, 2014 -
RadioShack to close far fewer stores than planned
With lenders balking at its plan to close more than 1000 stores, the electronics retailer will try to save money some other way.
By Daphne Howland • May 9, 2014 -
Mobile driving healthy e-commerce growth
Mobile and email conversion rates are rising, according to a profile of 100 retailers by their e-commerce software vendor.
By Daphne Howland • May 9, 2014 -
Retailers fighting for internet neutrality
More than 100 companies signed a letter to the FCC urging against varied pricing for web companies.
By Daphne Howland • May 9, 2014 -
Deep Dive
That all-American retail appeal
The "Made in USA" label has proved to be an alluring—though sometimes elusive—tag for many retailers.
By Kelsey Lindsey • May 9, 2014 -
Mobile sales shoot up in April
Shoppers are increasingly more at ease when completing m-commerce transactions.
By Daphne Howland • May 8, 2014 -
Texting emerges as key to customer service
Consumers prefer live text help rather than web chats, though they still want to complain on the old-fashioned telephone.
By Daphne Howland • May 8, 2014 -
ShopRunner to launch in China thanks to Alibaba deal
The deal will make it easier for many U.S. retailers to enter the growing Chinese market.
By Daphne Howland • May 8, 2014 -
FedEx to charge more for large retail shipments
The change will affect bulk orders of items and any retailers conducting steady e-commerce business.
By Daphne Howland • May 8, 2014 -
Apple rises to No. 2 in e-commerce
The electronics and app retailer overtakes Staples and edges somewhat closer to No. 1 Amazon.
By Daphne Howland • May 7, 2014 -
Same-day delivery market heats up
Google, eBay, and other startups are now offering same-day delivery in select cities.
By Daphne Howland • May 7, 2014 -
Study finds in-store more convenient than online
Consumers are swinging back to the physical store for good customer service and ease of shopping.
By Daphne Howland • May 6, 2014 -
Lowe's, home improvement website partner on pro directory
The companies are comparing the service to Angie's List, but there is no way to post or find negative reviews.
By Daphne Howland • May 6, 2014 -
Kmart adds specialty pharmacy services
The retailer, which runs 800 pharmacies nationwide, will provide medication and expertise for several severe chronic conditions.
By Daphne Howland • May 6, 2014 -
New hashtag extends Amazon shopping to Twitter
Shoppers can use the hashtag #AmazonCart to make the product appear in their Amazon shopping carts.
By Daphne Howland • May 5, 2014 -
Google expands retail efforts with Rangespan
The new acquisition leverages data to match consumer demand with supply chains and product availability.
By Daphne Howland • May 5, 2014 -
Deep Dive
What price is right? The many facets of the price tag
Upscale or downscale, retailers are focusing on prices as shoppers become more aware of the bottom line.
By Daphne Howland • May 5, 2014 -
New hires and retail concepts: This week's most read news
Below are the five most popular stories on Retail Dive this week.
By Kelsey Lindsey • May 2, 2014 -
Groupon bulking up with Groupon Basics
The coupon site will sell items like razors and diapers in warehouse-sized packages through its new business.
By Daphne Howland • May 2, 2014 -
J. Crew launches lower-priced Mercantile brand
The new brand, trademarked in November, comes ahead of the retailer’s possible IPO.
By Daphne Howland • May 2, 2014 -
Southern Living collaborating with clothing retailer
The magazine is getting into the online retail business with a line of children’s apparel.
By Daphne Howland • May 2, 2014 -
Coach seeks better sales with higher prices
The luxury retailer is raising prices and creating smaller batches in an effort to become more exclusive.
By Daphne Howland • May 1, 2014
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