#retail-industry

#retail-industry

Data is essential for business strategy and decision-making.

Both quantitative and qualitative data are crucial for understanding market dynamics.

Morrisons has sought an injunction against farmers due to unlawful protests, citing serious threats to retail operations.

Retail Brew is essential for retail leaders to stay informed about e-commerce trends.

High-street retailers are hiring gig economy workers without basic employment rights during the festive season.

Salt Lake City's population growth does not adequately support its retail environment due to oversaturation and pandemic impacts.

Consumer confidence remains weak as retailers brace for Christmas, influenced by economic concerns and increased costs from the Autumn Budget.

eLearning is crucial for offline retailers to enhance staff competency and meet heightened customer expectations in the competitive market.

Lidl faces tens of millions in extra costs due to tax hikes, signaling potential job losses and higher prices for customers.

Saks Fifth Avenue will not hold its popular holiday light show this season, focusing instead on illuminating its flagship store's architectural significance.

The Entertainer halted store openings due to rising employer National Insurance costs, reflecting widespread concerns among businesses about increased operating expenses.

Bernard Marcus, co-founder of Home Depot, died at 95, remembered for revolutionizing retail through customer service and innovative employee practices.

Market Basket fosters a personal shopping experience by prioritizing human interaction over self-checkout systems, which aligns with its core values.

Prime Day serves as a predictor for holiday sales, but current economic factors may dampen consumer spending this season.

Over two-thirds of US decision-makers are increasing social media ad investments this season.

US retail spend on social network ads is projected to rise significantly in 2024.

Holiday ecommerce sales will heavily rely on social media platforms for consumer purchases.

Lamps Plus settled for $4.1 million due to false advertising related to its misleading price-match guarantee. This was clearly a corporate policy to deceive consumers.

Frasers Group has proposed an £83 million bid for Mulberry amidst its financial struggles, aiming to avoid a repeat of past retail collapses.

Shein's U.K. IPO faces obstacles due to criticism over its exploitation of tax loopholes.

Couche-Tard is positioning to potentially acquire 7-Eleven, significantly enhancing its global retail presence.

Sam's Club is increasing wages and improving compensation models for associates to offer clearer financial advancement paths.

Corporate boards are increasingly decisive in replacing underperforming CEOs, even without pressure from activist investors.

Salvage stores provide significant discounts on overstock and returned items, making them valuable for budget-conscious shoppers.

The Body Shop is rescued from administration, aiming for revival and operational stability under new ownership.