Consumer Trends: Page 160
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Neiman Marcus will invest $100 million to refine omnichannel
The upscale brand is hoping to implement the changes beginning in 2014.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 11, 2013 -
Staples hopes price matching will help compete with Amazon
The company says the new price-match policy will remain in-place into 2014.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 11, 2013 -
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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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Convenience store salaries surge; CEO pay hits record
Salaries rose across every job category at U.S. convenience stores, and chief executives hit record pay levels.
By Brian Warmoth • Oct. 10, 2013 -
J.C. Penney names Saks executive to its board of directors
Stephen Sandove will begin his tenure upon the completion of the Hudson’s Bay buyout.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 10, 2013 -
Self-checkout stations take a beating in WSJ column
Machines are better than humans at many things, but not at ringing up the groceries, evidently.
By Paul Conley • Oct. 9, 2013 -
'Click and mortar': A sound strategy for besting Amazon?
The head of Carrefour would tell you the answers is yes.
By Brian Warmoth • Oct. 9, 2013 -
Whole Foods, Costco store brands top consumer survey
A consumer survey shows that store brands at Whole Foods attract shoppers.
By Paul Conley • Oct. 9, 2013 -
J.C. Penney release mid-quarter report to relieve investors
The retailer remains upbeat about its prospects for leading a turnaround.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 8, 2013 -
Loblaw reaches tentative deal with Alberta workers
Union workers, meanwhile, will likely remain on strike until the agreement is ratified.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 8, 2013 -
Holiday merchandise imports at major U.S. ports still moving
Why is the National Retail Federation closely monitoring the situation?
By Philip Nations • Oct. 8, 2013 -
U.S. judge rules against Trader Joe’s in lawsuit
The lawsuit against Canadian store Pirate Joe’s has been dismissed—for now.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 7, 2013 -
Canadian Loblaw workers go on strike, negotiations continue
Employees for the retailer are seeking additional working hours per week.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 7, 2013 -
Macy’s aborts planned e-commerce expansion overseas
The retailer claims that economic factors played no role in the decision.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 7, 2013 -
Major retail employing high-tech kiosks to help select potential hires
Will the new in-store devices help reduce the impact of employee turnover?
By Philip Nations • Oct. 7, 2013 -
IBM looks to improve mobile marketing potential with acquisition of Xtify Inc.
No financial terms for the merger were immediately disclosed.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 4, 2013 -
Former Target executive joins Rexall pharmacy drug store chain
Mary Kelly gets set to begin her new tenure, following a recent stint with Shoppers Drug Mart.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 4, 2013 -
Jarden completes its takeover of scented candle maker Yankee Candle Co.
The finalized deal between the two sides is worth a reported $1.75 billion in cash.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 4, 2013 -
Cause-backing retail products gaining popularity among U.S. consumers
According to a report, more than half of Americans have purchased cause-related products over the last 12 months.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 3, 2013 -
United Supermarkets expands military discounts during federal shutdown
Military service members will receive promotional discounts seven days a week.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 3, 2013 -
NRF predicts slight rise in holiday sales revenues
The forecast assumes the U.S. government shutdown will soon be resolved.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 3, 2013 -
Shareholder sues J.C. Penney over $800 million stock offering
The new stock offering to build equity sent current share values plummeting.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 3, 2013 -
Global Payments names new chief executive
Jeffrey S. Sloan will take over the new role for the international payments service provider.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 3, 2013 -
Report: Designer Marc Jacobs will resign from Louis Vuitton
Although no formal decision has been made, a public announcement could be forthcoming.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 2, 2013 -
Neiman Marcus gives shoppers some new options for the holidays
The retailer plans to honor consumer feedback by offering free shipping on all purchases made online and in-store.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 2, 2013 -
M-commerce is beating desktop use for online retail time
More than half of retail website minutes are gained through mobile shopping, according to a new report.
By Philip Nations • Oct. 2, 2013
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