Retail

Is The Physical Shopping Mall Dead?
February 02, 2016

To paraphrase the German philosopher Nietzsche: The mall is dead, we killed it by shopping online. 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...

Facebook Exits The Gun Show
February 02, 2016

With Facebook having banned all private gun sales on its site and on Instagram, consumers throughout America are certainly taking note of the issue. Will the social networking giant’s move have a ripple effect throughout commerce as well?

How Tech Is Upgrading Retail Sales Clerks
February 02, 2016

While customer service representatives (of the human variety) are still the backbone of the brick-and-mortar customer retail experience, they are certainly facing steep competition from technology these days. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

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Is Tesla Going Franchise?
February 02, 2016

For years after Elon Musk introduced the first Tesla Roadster model, he played his cards incredibly close to the chest. However, rumors are swirling that it might not be long before Tesla’s cars are in as many dealerships as their internally combusting vehicular counterparts. Get...

Who Is The ‘Spotify For Books?’
February 02, 2016

While just about every startup that comes along aspires to be known as “Uber for” whatever it does, that doesn’t apply to subscription eBook services. Those companies all want to be known as “Spotify for books.” What makes that comparison so appealing for digital book...

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Sainsbury’s Set To Snap Up Home Retail
February 02, 2016

American consumers have the luxury of choosing a single retailer like Amazon for just about all of their purchasing needs, whether they’re in need of home furnishing, high-end electronics or even fresh groceries. Now, it looks like the U.K. might be on a similar path...

Facebook’s New Data Buffet Open For Business
February 02, 2016

Facebook has recently announced yet another analytics tool to help see just exactly how inadequate your brand is performing in the popularity contest that is Facebook. While that may not be the intention — just one more way to gauge popularity among users may seem...

Air Travel Subscription Service Launches
February 02, 2016

You have a subscription for video and music streaming, a monthly selection of beauty products, a rotating wardrobe, car sharing and even your meals. What could you possibly still need a subscription to? How about air travel? Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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Macy’s Is Teaming Up With Etsy To Win Over Millennials
February 01, 2016

While Macy’s might not have the sales numbers to back it up, the retailer has been on the forefront of experimental designs for in-store layouts that draw in new customers. Now, Macy’s has a tenant it thinks can supercharge its millennial-focused offerings. Get the Full...