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The Incredibly Unexpected World Of Leap Year Commerce
February 29, 2020

The leap year is upon us – the quadrennial event when the Gregorian calendar corrects a slight problem with its construction that, over time, would more or less derail it. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

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Panera’s Coffee Deal Blends Loyalty And Competition
February 28, 2020

To paraphrase Shakespeare, there’s nothing new under the sun when it comes to retail. But Panera Bread’s coffee subscription program just might come close. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

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Japan Regulators Want Rakuten To Shelve Free Shipping Offer
February 28, 2020

The Fair Trade Commission in Japan (JFTC) has asked eCommerce company Rakuten to delay its plans to offer free shipping, which would take effect on March 18th, according to a report by Bloomberg. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Shifting The Used Car Market Into Overdrive
February 28, 2020

Google “used car dealer.” Click on the image tab. Within the top four thumbnails you will see a man wearing a bad jacket, a bad hat and a villainesque mustache. He is the cliché of a profession that has a lot of suede sheen on...

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Grocery eTailer RedMart Sees Record Demand Amid Coronavirus
February 28, 2020

More consumers are reportedly tapping into eCommerce to buy groceries, as well as other products, following a panic-buying in Singapore in February as the coronavirus outbreak took hold. RedMart, the grocery division of Alibaba’s Lazada, said it is “currently seeing unprecedented demand” in Singapore, CNBC...

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Shoppers Likely To Avoid Malls If Coronavirus Escalates
February 28, 2020

In the event that the Coronavirus gets worse in the United States, 58 percent of consumers say they will probably steer clear of entertainment venues and shopping centers, per a survey from Coresight Research. Approximately 27.5 percent of respondents said they were already starting to...

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eCommerce Fashion Seller Zalando Pivots To Luxury Apparel
February 28, 2020

Zalando, Europe’s largest online fashion retailer, is making an ambitious foray into the €38bn luxury clothing market. The company plans to double its eCommerce offerings from premium makers like Moschino and Alberta Ferreti within three years, according to a report in Financial Times. Get the...

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American Dream Megamall Announces First Shops To Open In Spring
February 28, 2020

The American Dream megamall in New Jersey is preparing to open a round of retail stores after nearly two decades in waiting. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

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Restaurant Business Serves Up Mixed Plate For 2020
February 27, 2020

The restaurant business is: a) healthy for 2020 or b) apprehensive about technology. 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....