Consumer Trends: Page 165
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Shareholder files suit to block Hanebrands acquisition of Maidenform
The plaintiff alleges the company was undervalued in the merger.
By Philip Nations • July 31, 2013 -
J.C. Penney targets retail crime prevention
The company announced it will donate 5,000 sq. ft. of space to law enforcement.
By Philip Nations • July 30, 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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Fast food workers in seven U.S. cities strike on Monday
The workers are currently seeking a boost in pay, seeking $15 per hour.
By Philip Nations • July 30, 2013 -
Amazon announces it will add 5,000 new jobs in the U.S.
The company will now employ over 25,000 fulfillment center staff members.
By Philip Nations • July 30, 2013 -
Back-To-School shopping could be stronger than inital predictions
A recent survey sheds light on how much U.S. consumers expect to spend.
By Philip Nations • July 29, 2013 -
Former Tiffany & Co. executive steals $2 million in jewelry
Ingrid Lederhaas-Okun has pled guilty and could face up to ten years in prison.
By Philip Nations • July 29, 2013 -
Which country has the world's most frequent international shoppers online?
The Boston Consulting Group's annual global survey reveals whose online shoppers are venturing abroad most often.
By Roger Riddell • July 26, 2013 -
Lululemon's marketing dollars: Well spent on men?
Around 100 men in the Wall Street Decathlon will be wearing Lululemon-branded shirts and shorts.
By Roger Riddell • July 25, 2013 -
Kmart unveils new pay-in-store option for online customers
The program builds a new bridge from online to brick-and-mortar spaces.
By Philip Nations • July 25, 2013 -
Buying retail gift cards is a rising trend among U.S. shoppers
Do the figures indicate an increase in consumer confidence with the item?
By Philip Nations • July 25, 2013 -
Men’s Wearhouse buys back $100 million in common stocks
Will the $200 project help cultivate long-term growth for the company?
By Philip Nations • July 25, 2013 -
Apple's gross margins shrink in Q2 report
Profits in turn took a hit, compared with results from a year ago.
By Philip Nations • July 24, 2013 -
Safeway sees sales rise during the second quarter
Despite healthy revenues is the company’s profitability in jeopardy?
By Philip Nations • July 23, 2013 -
CashStar signs major brands for e-gifting service
Can e-gifts be utilized to drive profit margins higher?
By Philip Nations • July 22, 2013 -
Harris Teeter shareholders file suit to block Kroger’s acquisition
Investors want more out of the $2.5 billion deal.
By Philip Nations • July 19, 2013 -
Several major retailers refuse to sell Rolling Stone magazine
The issue features Boston bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev on the cover.
By Philip Nations • July 19, 2013 -
State sales tax holidays are sweeping the U.S.
Retail hopes to benefit from consumer tax breaks during back-to-school season.
By Philip Nations • July 18, 2013 -
Hearing impaired customers sue Starbucks for harassment
The suit against the chain alleges that deaf customers were "openly mocked."
By Philip Nations • July 17, 2013 -
Major marketing push suggest retail is set to cash in on back-to-school sales
Many stores are hoping that enhanced marketing strategies will pay off.
By Philip Nations • July 17, 2013 -
Retailers could face backlash over in-store consumer tracking
Or will consumers be willing to trade privacy for real-time mobile offers?
By Philip Nations • July 16, 2013 -
Apple seeks advice from retail employees to help increase sales
Will the strategy help the company become more profitable?
By Philip Nations • July 16, 2013 -
NRF speaks out publicly against D.C. ‘living wage’ proposal
Walmart Inc. is still expected to drop its expansion plans in the District.
By Philip Nations • July 15, 2013 -
RadioShack says its balance sheet remains strong
The company also cleared the air about a reported search for a financial advisor.
By Philip Nations • July 15, 2013 -
Revenues for American retailers rises sharply in June
Which factors contributed to the increase in revenue?
By Philip Nations • July 12, 2013 -
Target rebuffs claims of discriminatory management practice
Three former employees are suing the retailer over a company document.
By Philip Nations • July 11, 2013
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