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McDonald’s To Acquire Conversational Tech Company Apprente
September 10, 2019

To grow its presence in the Bay Area and integrate teams with advanced technology skills into its business, McDonald’s Corporation announced an agreement to acquire Apprente. The company said in an announcement that the arrangement is another bold step in advancing employee- as well as...

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Discount Retailer Fred’s To Shutter Stores
September 10, 2019

After closing hundreds of stores that were not profitable, Fred’s is filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and shuttering all of its locations. Liquidation sales at its retail stores will be held over the next two months, CNBC reported. Get the Full Story Complete the...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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...

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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 —...

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The Sharpie’s Indelible Mark On Commerce (And, Well, #SharpieGate)
September 07, 2019

September is always a big month for the Sharpie. With back-to-school in full swing, Sharpies are popular favorites on supply lists nationwide. That means for the last several weeks, they’ve sat proudly on store shelves waiting for parents to put them into a shopping cart during the frantic shopping sprints that...

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Groupon’s Discount Medical Scans Raises Controversy
September 06, 2019

Groupon is selling body scans and ultrasounds in a move that highlights the state of modern healthcare, according to a report by NPR. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...