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Macy’s 3Q Comps Down, But Digital Puts Up Digits
November 10, 2017

The physical world, for Macy’s, is proving weighty – but might online efforts give succor? 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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Why Big Data Is ‘Strategic Spaghetti’ For Retailers
November 10, 2017

Retail secret sauce? Throwing spaghetti strategically makes it much more likely to stick. 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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No Storefront? No Problem: Future Retail May Be Unattended
November 10, 2017

If only shopping weren’t so … shoppy. Sure, eCommerce takes away a lot of the hassle, but sometimes you need that last-minute pair of sunglasses or gloves, and ordering them online just isn’t an option. At least, not until Amazon invests in some beam-me-up magic....

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Adidas Mobile App An eCommerce Shoe-In?
November 09, 2017

Fans of Adidas athletic footwear have a new option for shopping on the go. The German sportswear giant has finally released its first shopping mobile app for iOS and Android, allowing shoppers to bypass the mobile web browser and buy directly through the mobile app...

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Food And Fashion: A Recipe For Foot Traffic?
November 09, 2017

Target and Walmart proved that consumers are willing – indeed, eager – to buy their groceries where they are already shopping for clothing and other goods. But will they be as eager to buy clothing from their grocery stores? Get the Full Story Complete the...

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The Power Of Direct Mail To Recall Conversions In Digital Channels
November 09, 2017

The era of ascendant digital channels has come with a concurrent war on paper.  Why write a check when you can swipe a card (or tap your phone)? Why mail a customer a coupon when a quick email is cheaper to get out and just...

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Walmart Busts Florida’s Dumbest Retail Scam (So Far This Week)
November 08, 2017

While we at PYMNTS.com would never applaud crime, we do have to credit Cheyenne Amber West of Fort Pierce, Florida, with boldness for her recent attempts to scam Walmart of more than $1,800 in consumer electronics. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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Target Eyes Growth, Shutters Underperforming Storefronts
November 08, 2017

Though big-box retailer Target has been known for expansion and digital innovation of late, Tuesday (Nov. 7) news reports from Chain Store Age noted the company has made a strategic decision to close 12 underperforming brick-and-mortar storefronts on Feb. 3, 2018. The store closures will...

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Lowes And b8ta Collaborate On Smart-Home Shopping
November 08, 2017

After running a three-store pilot approximately one year ago, home improvement and appliance chain Lowe’s has announced news it will partner with software-powered electronics retailer b8ta to launch its “Smart Home powered by b8ta” connected-home shopping experience.  The collaboration will be available in 70 Lowe’s...