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African DHL eCommerce Store Adds 13 New Countries
September 09, 2019

The DHL Africa eShop has expanded to include 13 more countries, bringing the total number of supported countries on the continent to 34, according to a report by TechCrunch. The DHL Africa eShop app was introduced in April, and it creates a link between more...

International
Argentine Currency Controls Could Trigger Black Market Trading
September 09, 2019

Black-market money changers are expected to return in Argentina following the government’s recent rollout of currency controls in an attempt to quell the demand for foreign currency, the Financial Times reported on Sunday (Sept. 8). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

Retail
Putting The ‘Bar’ In Barber Shop And Selling It On Subscription
September 09, 2019

Building an entire services suite dedicated to pampering, wellness or cosmetic enhancement is certainly not a new idea in beauty salons. For nearly as long of salons have existed, so have the bundled manicures, pedicures and facials — along with ancillary comfort features like essential...

Retail
Target Circle Loyalty Program To Go Nationwide In October
September 09, 2019

Starting on Oct. 6, Target reportedly plans to bring its revamped loyalty offering nationwide. The Target Circle program offers birthday rewards as well as other personalized coupons, CNBC reported. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Retail
How DTC Bike Brands Match Riders With The Perfect Fit
September 09, 2019

Buying a bike can be a time-consuming and confusing task for a consumer. They might drive to a brick-and-mortar store, where they may be overwhelmed with a wide range of models on display. In the age of direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands, however, digital innovators are taking...

Retail
AliExpress Shopping Experience To Arrive In Brazil
September 09, 2019

In a move that joins the online and offline experience in Latin America, FinTech firm EBANX is collaborating with global retail online marketplace AliExpress. The company is planning to roll out a physical store in Curitiba, which features the AliExpress Shopping Experience, according to an...

Retail
The Rise Of Stores Where Shoppers Can’t Buy Goods
September 09, 2019

With this week’s Nordstrom Local debut in New York City and Starbucks’ plans for pick-up only cafes, it’s a new age for inventory-free retail. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

B2B Payments
Goldman Sachs Provides $100M Loan To Konfio
September 09, 2019

Goldman Sachs Group is giving a $100 million loan to Konfio, marking the first time the lender’s structured finance, investment and lending business has provided a credit facility to a Latin American FinTech. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

B2B Payments
HighRadius Integration Targets Credit Manager-Bank Connectivity
September 09, 2019

Software-as-a-Service FinTech HighRadius is collaborating with bank reference automation firm Confirmation to broaden the functionality of HighRadius’ Online Credit Application solution. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...