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Instacart Faces Fresh Competition in Expanding Smart Cart Sector
September 16, 2022

The battle for smart cart primacy is rolling ahead full steam as segment leader Instacart is challenged by new players looking to break its dominance of the massive omnichannel grocery category. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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BJ’s Wholesale, Rivals Chase Trade-Down Consumer Trend via SNAP EBT
September 16, 2022

Aiming to offer its members flexibility and convenience, membership warehouse club operator BJ’s Wholesale Club has begun accepting Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) payments when members check out on BJs.com or the company’s mobile app. Get the Full Story Complete the...

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Walmart Simplifies Online EBT Use; Kroger Expands Private Label
September 15, 2022

As grocers increasingly find ways to accept Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) payments through their digital channels, Walmart, the world’s largest grocery retailer, is looking to make the online shopping process for recipients simpler. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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Walmart Upgrades Virtual Try-on Experience as Retail Fitting Tech Scales
September 15, 2022

For the second time in a year, Walmart has upgraded its virtual try-on technology via its new “Be Your Own Model” feature that literally puts shoppers in the picture. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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Big Lots Partners With DoorDash to Meet Consumer Demand for Delivery
September 15, 2022

On-demand delivery of bargain-priced merchandise will be available to consumers under a new partnership between Big Lots and DoorDash. 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...

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Report: Kanye West Ends Yeezy Partnership With Gap
September 15, 2022

Kanye West has reportedly ended his partnership with Gap, with his lawyers saying the clothing retailer hasn’t fulfilled some of its obligations under their contract. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

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Walmart, Amazon Escalate Fight to Win Buyers and Sellers
September 15, 2022

Within hours of Amazon’s announcement of its new suite of marketing tools aimed at attracting more sellers to its site, Walmart has answered with its own upgraded outreach to help sellers connect with shoppers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Wegmans Shuts Down Scan-and-Go Checkout Amid ‘Losses’
September 14, 2022

As grocers look to remove friction from the in-store journey, not all their tech bets are paying off. 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...

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Inditex Says Optimized Shopping Experience Boosted Sales 25%
September 14, 2022

Zara-parent and fast fashion giant Inditex reported that its sales in the first half of 2022 were up about 25% year over year and attributed this growth to the new ways in which it’s connecting with consumers.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to...