Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen testifies about the proposed massive grocery store merger with Albertsons at a Senate Judiciary Committee Competition Policy, Antitrust, and Consumer Rights Subcommittee hearing on Capitol Hill in Washington, November 29, 2022. Jonathan Ernst | Reuters Supermarket chain Kroger’s proposed acquisition of rival Albertsons is now expected to close in the first half of … Read more
Logos of online social media and social networking sites displayed on a smartphone screen on August 01, 2023 in Bath, England. Matt Cardy | Getty Images News | Getty Images SINGAPORE — As more businesses turn to social media to sell their merchandise, online shoppers in Singapore are exploring new buying experiences — and Gen … Read more
Ryanjlane | E+ | Getty Images People often start the year by revisiting their budgets with a resolution to save money and cut back on discretionary spending. Yet, experts say hobbies shouldn’t be the first category to go. Americans on average spent $3,458 on entertainment in 2022, according to the most recent Consumer Expenditures report … Read more
CVS Health plans to close select pharmacies inside Target stores early this year, a company spokesperson said Thursday, as retail pharmacy chains in the U.S. struggle to boost profits. The closures will begin in February and finish by the end of April, the spokesperson said in a statement. She added that employees affected by the … Read more
Sopa Images | Lightrocket | Getty Images Google launched several new tools for retailers using generative AI to improve online shopping experiences and other retail operations, its cloud business announced in a release Thursday. The suite of new products includes a generative AI-powered chatbot that retailers can use on websites and mobile apps. The virtual … Read more
A ship transits the Suez Canal towards the Red Sea on January 10, 2024 in Ismailia, Egypt. Sayed Hassan | Getty Images U.S. shipping costs are spiking as attacks in the Red Sea disrupt global trade, raising fears that inflation might pick up again if the disruption persists. The diversion of container ships from the … Read more
The governors of New York and California announced sweeping plans to crack down on retail crime this week, as trade associations and police departments lobby for government action to curb theft. The plans include new legislation designed to increase the penalties for retail crime offenses and more funding for police departments and district attorney’s offices … Read more
Sperry Top-Sider Bill fish Tan and Beige. Mayra Beltran | Houston Chronicle | Getty Images Wolverine World Wide has sold Sperry to brand management firm Authentic Brands Group and Canadian retailer the Aldo Group, the company announced Thursday. The deal will generate $130 million, which Wolverine plans to use to pay down debt, it said. … Read more
People carry shopping bags as they visit a department store during the holiday season in New York City. Eduardo Munoz | Reuters Retailers chalked up solid gains in the final month to wrap up the holiday season, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor for December. However, the data also shows the true state of consumer … Read more
Shoppers enter and exit the Neiman Marcus at the King of Prussia Mall in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, on Dec. 8, 2018. Mark Makela | Reuters ORLANDO, Fla. — As rumors swirl over whether Saks Fifth Avenue will acquire Neiman Marcus, Neiman’s CEO told CNBC there’s “no need” to sell the business, adding it’s unlikely … Read more
