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Contactless Commerce: How Mittens Came To Define Inauguration Fashion
January 23, 2021

Inauguration 2021, as PYMNTS has previously covered, was something of an unusual event when it came to commerce. The COVID-19 pandemic combined with advanced security measures meant that many local Washington, D.C. businesses who count on the influx of tourists every four years actually had to...

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CPG Brands Get Cozy With The Stay-At-Home Economy
January 22, 2021

There were a lot of superlatives associated with 2020, only a few them on the positive side. But there were some notable exceptions, including this one: It was the biggest year for s’mores in history. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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American Airlines Uncorks Wine Delivery Program To Clear Shelves, Promote Travel
January 22, 2021

At first blush, you might wonder why the largest U.S. airline would suddenly announce that it is launching a brand new wine delivery service, given the many other pandemic-related challenges that it is currently facing. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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Struggling Planet Fitness Adds El Pollo Loco CEO And 7-Eleven COO To Its Board 
January 22, 2021

Planet Fitness has expanded its board with two new members from outside of the fitness industry, adding 7-Eleven’s chief operating officer and the CEO of Mexican restaurant chain El Pollo Loco as the in-person gym industry struggles amid COVID-19. Get the Full Story Complete the...

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Smart Retailers Don’t Bring Consumers To Stores, But Bring Stores To Consumers
January 22, 2021

Retail is set to change as never before as COVID-19 fades, but the digital shift will only continue — and even expand. Karen Webster says smart retailers must learn five lessons if they want to survive and thrive in the new era. Get the Full...

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Amazon To Open COVID-19 Inoculation Location In Washington State
January 22, 2021

In a bid to vaccine thousands of individuals, Amazon will bring a “pop-up” inoculation location to Seattle during the weekend, the New York Post reported. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

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Imperfect Foods Gets $95 Million Series D Commitment
January 22, 2021

Sustainable grocery delivery company Imperfect Foods said it has landed a $95 million Series D investment commitment. Insight Partners and Norwest Venture Partners will head up the Series D financing, according to an announcement. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Saks Fifth Avenue CEO Lauds Holiday Luxury Buying Binge
January 21, 2021

Saks Fifth Avenue CEO Marc Metrick said luxury retail could be called “comfort food” for those mired in pandemic-related stress, CNBC reported. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

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Grocery Roundup: Vaccines Out, CPGs Up And Costco Expands Curbside Pickup
January 21, 2021

It was a particularly busy week in the grocery segment, as players big and small were pulling double duty — attempting to up the level of the multichannel game while also participating in the push to accelerate vaccine distribution to those who need it most....