National Retail Federation Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz said blockbuster holiday season retail sales in the final two months of last year illustrated the rebounding economy but were also helped by consumer emotions following a stressful 2020, according to an announcement. Get the Full Story Complete...
Consignment-to-retail pre-owned vehicle marketplace CarLotz said on Tuesday (Feb. 2) that it has opened centers in the Orlando, Florida and Seattle, Washington areas, according to an announcement. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...
Dunkin’ is offering its DD Perks members a free medium-sized coffee with any purchase every Monday through Feb. 22. 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...
The consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry had a banner year in 2020, as homebound consumers upped their consumption of toilet paper, paper towels, cleaning supplies, canned goods, laundry detergent and snack foods. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...
In today’s top retail news, Amazon Go stores in Seattle are reportedly being equipped with Amazon One palm-reading scanners, while automotive brands are taking control of digital purchasing platforms. Plus, fashion-based small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) are getting a new marketplace option. Get the Full Story...
Coinciding with Black History Month, Google is extending the Black-owned attribute to its Shopping tab, building on the initiatives launched across Search and Maps over the summer. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...
Around the country, Restaurant Weeks — where select restaurants in a given city or town offer special menus and deals — are going COVID-friendly. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...
Automotive brands are taking control of digital buying platforms by unveiling new experiences for the leasing, financing or purchasing of new vehicles amid the pandemic. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...
Mall owner Simon Property Group has formed a “blank check” company to go on the hunt for “a company or assets with significant growth potential and prospects.” The company added, in a press release, that it has filed for an initial public offering (IPO) with...