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The Year in Amazon vs Walmart, and a Look Into 2025
December 27, 2024

As 2024 comes to a close, the retail sector remains defined by the intense rivalry between Amazon and Walmart. Over the course of the year, these industry titans fiercely competed for consumer loyalty, market dominance and innovation leadership. Here’s a recap of the major moments...

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Boxing Day Gives UK Retailers Little Reason to Celebrate
December 26, 2024

Boxing Day appears to be a muted affair for Great Britain’s merchants and shopping centers. 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,...

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Retail Returns Have Reportedly Jumped 60% Since 2012
December 26, 2024

There’s good news and bad news for online retailers this year. 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...

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Open Air Mall Vacancies Hit Lowest Level on Record
December 26, 2024

Was the threat of an eCommerce-driven retail real estate apocalypse just a mirage? 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....

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Saks Promises ‘Innovation and Growth’ After Completing Neiman Marcus Acquisition
December 24, 2024

Saks Global has completed its previously announced acquisition of Neiman Marcus Group for a total enterprise value of $2.7 billion. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....

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Retailers Expect Higher-Than-Usual Return Rate as eCommerce Expands
December 24, 2024

As consumers finish up their holiday shopping for this year, retailers reportedly expect to see a lot of returns in January. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

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Seasonal Jobs Shift to Fulfillment Centers as Consumers Shop Online
December 24, 2024

Seasonal jobs are reportedly shifting from retail stores to eCommerce fulfillment centers as businesses respond to consumers’ changing holiday shopping habits. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

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AI, Omnichannel and Social Commerce: Inside the 2024 D2C Transformation
December 24, 2024

The retail sector is witnessing changes, with direct-to-consumer (D2C) brands leading innovation. 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...

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Pre-Purchase Testing and Flexible Payments: Shaping the Future of Retail Transactions
December 23, 2024

As consumers rely more on online shopping, the importance of optimizing the payment process has never been more evident. With peak shopping periods like the holidays driving even higher consumer demand, retailers are focusing on pre-purchase testing and offering flexible payment options to ensure smooth...