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Retail
Walgreens Looks Aisle to Aisle to Cut Costs
October 13, 2023

Following the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic’s transition, a leadership reorganization, a shaky foray into health care, and recent labor issues with pharmacy staff, Walgreens is now going “line by line” to see where the company could cut costs.   Get the Full Story Complete...

Retail
Anthropologie’s QR-Powered Pinterest Unites Online and In-Store Shopping 
October 13, 2023

For years, Pinterest has been a mecca of inspiration, a virtual canvas where consumers explore endless creative ideas, whether it’s fashion, interior design, or any other endeavor that fuels the imagination.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

Retail
Netflix Announces Plans to Open ‘Netflix House’ Retail Stores
October 13, 2023

Netflix, the popular streaming TV service, has announced its plans to open retail stores called “Netflix House” in 2025. These stores will offer fans the opportunity to fully immerse themselves in the worlds of their favorite TV shows, providing a unique and interactive experience. Get...

Retail
Amazon Prime Members Bagged $1 Billion in October Deal Day Savings
October 13, 2023

This week, Amazon and Walmart have been locked in intense competition, each striving to secure the loyalty and spending of shoppers.   Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

Payment Methods
Embedded Payments Demand That Firms Understand ‘Entire Chain’ of Transactions
October 13, 2023

“We’re still in the early innings” of embedded payments, Hersh Mansukhani, vice president of platforms and embedded payments at Fiserv, told PYMNTS’ Karen Webster. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

Fintech Investments
Partnerships and SoFi’s Galileo BNPL Expansion Lead FinTech IPO Index 1.3% Higher
October 13, 2023

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Retail
Todd Vasos Returns as Dollar General CEO to ‘Restore Stability’
October 12, 2023

Dollar General appointed current board member and former CEO Todd Vasos as its new CEO, effective Thursday (Oct. 12). 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...

Digital Banking
LendingClub Cutting 14% of Workforce as Interest Rates Pressure Marketplace
October 12, 2023

LendingClub is laying off 172 employees — about 14% of its workforce — to reduce costs and navigate the “challenging macroenvironment.” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....

Cross-border Payments
Papaya Global Introduces Direct Deposit Tool for Cross-Border Payments
October 12, 2023

Papaya Global, a leading provider of global workforce management solutions, has introduced a new tool for cross-border payments. 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...