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Retail
Walmart Monitors Consumer Appetite; Amazon Bags More Grocery Aisle Space 
December 08, 2023

As Walmart is observing a reduction in customers’ grocery expenses due to the use of appetite-suppressing medications, Amazon is exploring opportunities with third-party grocery providers to enhance its presence in the grocery market.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

Retail
Lululemon’s Cult Status Faces Checkout Uncertainty 
December 07, 2023

When it comes to Lululemon and its customers, the brand seems to create a retail cult following, leaving many to wonder: What’s the secret sauce that makes these customers so committed to this athleisure temple of sorts?  Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

Retail
Levi Strauss Takes Next Steps in Previously Announced Leadership Transition
December 07, 2023

Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) has announced the next steps in a leadership transition plan announced about 13 months ago. 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...

Cross-border Payments
Flutterwave Acquires Money Transmission Licenses in 13 US States
December 07, 2023

Flutterwave has acquired 13 money transmission licenses in the United States, allowing for faster, more affordable and secure money transfers between the U.S. and Africa. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

Retail
Kroger Continues Nutritional Push With Soda Health Partnership
December 07, 2023

Kroger has teamed with Soda Health to give consumers greater access to pharmacy and nutrition services. 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....

Artificial Intelligence
Over 40% of Retailers Cite Talent Gap as Key Barrier to AI Adoption
December 07, 2023

From eCommerce to mobile payments, the fast-paced retail industry thrives on emerging technologies. Enter generative artificial intelligence (AI) — an evolution that places retail at the forefront of innovation yet again. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

Payment Methods
Citcon and Alipay Partner to Offer International e-Wallet Payments
December 07, 2023

Payment service provider Citcon has launched a partnership with cross-border mobile payment platform Alipay+. 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...

B2B Payments
Expense Management Firm Emburse and Mastercard Streamline Reconciliations
December 07, 2023

Travel and expense (T&E) management firm Emburse has joined forces with Mastercard to offer enhanced security, proactive spend control and transaction data for its Emburse Cards. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Payment Methods
Citi Teams With FreedomPay to Offer Payments Choice at Checkout
December 07, 2023

Payments platform FreedomPay has teamed with Citi to enable Citi Pay products at point-of-purchase. 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...