Amazon, Walmart Vie For Consumer Loyalty Amid Supply Chain Pain

Amazon, Walmart Vie For Consumer Loyalty Amid Supply Chain Pain
Amazon, Walmart Vie For Consumer Loyalty Amid Supply Chain Pain
April 30, 2020  |  Retail

While the ongoing race for the consumer’s whole paycheck is always fairly fast-paced, the past few weeks have redefined the meaning of that term. Supply...

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Today In Payments: Economists Warn Recession Recovery Will Be Slow; Facebook Daily Active Users Surge 11 Pct YoY
Today In Payments: Economists Warn Recession Recovery Will Be Slow; Facebook Daily Active Users Surge...
April 30, 2020  |  News

In today’s top news, economists warn that the economic downturn isn’t finished yet, and Facebook reported better than expected earnings. Plus, the Federal Reserve is...

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Economic Data Show ‘One-Two Punch’ For Consumer Spending Rebound?
Economic Data Show ‘One-Two Punch’ For Consumer Spending Rebound?
April 30, 2020  |  Economy

Economic data released Thursday (April 30) may hint at a “one-two punch” for consumer spending — indicating a reluctance to spend now, yes, but paycheck...

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Dunkin’s ‘Flexible Operating Model’ Offers Delivery, Pickup, Drive-Thru Amid COVID-19
Dunkin’s ‘Flexible Operating Model’ Offers Delivery, Pickup, Drive-Thru Amid COVID-19
April 30, 2020  |  Earnings

As it worked to provide its customers with off-premise options amid the coronavirus pandemic, Dunkin’ Brands reported that about 90 percent of Dunkin’ U.S. locations remain open as...

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Chick-fil-A Offers Chicken Parm Meal Kits As More People Cook Home
Chick-fil-A Offers Chicken Parm Meal Kits As More People Cook Home
April 30, 2020  |  Retail

Chick-fil-A is introducing chicken parmesan meal kits as more people are cooking and eating at home due to the coronavirus pandemic. Get the Full Story...

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Overstock’s 1Q Loss Narrows and April Sales Soar 120 Pct
Overstock’s 1Q Loss Narrows and April Sales Soar 120 Pct
April 30, 2020  |  Earnings

Shares of Overstock.com Inc. rose 4.5 percent Thursday (April 30) after the eCommerce retailer announced a narrower first-quarter loss and the fact that April sales...

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Flutterwave Rolls Out Online Portal For African Merchants
Flutterwave Rolls Out Online Portal For African Merchants
April 30, 2020  |  eCommerce

The startup Flutterwave, which picked up $35 million last year in venture funding, has launched an online portal that will enable African businesses to set...

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Brooklyn Man Charged With Allegedly Swiping Some $12,000 In IRS Stimulus Checks From Mail
Brooklyn Man Charged With Allegedly Swiping Some $12,000 In IRS Stimulus Checks From Mail
April 30, 2020  |  Cybersecurity

Feng Chen, 31, of Brooklyn, New York, was charged with alleged theft of U.S. mail that included some $12,000 in government stimulus checks, other checks...

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March Consumer Spending Sees Sharpest Drop On Record
March Consumer Spending Sees Sharpest Drop On Record
April 30, 2020  |  Economy

Consumer spending in the U.S. plummeted 7.5 percent in March, the steepest drop in 61 years, as the coronavirus pandemic continues to ravage personal income,...

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