Inflation can’t scare off Halloween, with spending on candy, decorations, costumes and accessories expected to reach a record $10.6 billion, topping last year’s high of $10.1 billion. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...
Grocery technology company Instacart has announced a bundle of six new, modular technologies that grocers will be able to add to the existing Instacart Platform offerings to provide their customers with an experience that combines the best of online and in-store shopping. Get the Full...
AutoZone logged a 26% growth in its commercial business during the fiscal fourth quarter, the auto parts retailer reported Monday (Sept. 19). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...
The chorus supporting expansion of voice commerce and smart home applications has gotten considerably louder in 2022 as Amazon specifically brings Alexa deeper into connecting consumers with sellers via an ongoing introduction of new tools and capabilities. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...
Struggling mattress maker Purple Innovation could soon be going private. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this...
Instacart will reportedly forgo raising fresh capital in its expected initial public offering (IPO) and instead back a plan that would see most of its listing funded with shares sold by employees. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...
Two high-end department stores reportedly have a closer relationship now, as the parent company of Mexican chain Liverpool has reportedly acquired a 9.9% passive stake in U.S. chain Nordstrom for 5.9 billion pesos ($293.8 million). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...
Beyond the seasonal rush to ramp up for the holidays, on top of the perennial “Best Toys” campaigns, the nation’s top two retailers found themselves engaged in a different tactical tussle this week, as Amazon and Walmart each rolled out a raft of new features...
Amazon’s logistics and other efforts are reportedly contributing to FedEx’s declining package volume and lower-than-expected revenue reported for the most recent quarter. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...
