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AMZN vs WMT Weekly: Amazon Earnings Report to Provide Check-in on Connected Consumer
October 22, 2021

Amazon is set to report its third-quarter earnings on Thursday (Oct. 28), giving retail industry watchers insight into not only the company itself but eCommerce more broadly. After all, the Seattle-based tech company holds a 50% share of all digital sales made, according to PYMNTS...

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Mattel Shrugs Off Holiday Supply Concerns, Citing ‘Scale and Expertise’
October 22, 2021

Toy giant Mattel said its performance has been largely unimpeded by supply chain issues that have plagued nearly every company for months, saying it is well prepared to provide consumers with enough toys to put under the Christmas tree this year. Get the Full Story...

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Carvana in Government Crosshairs After Increased Complaints
October 22, 2021

Carvana customers have filed dozens of complaints with local officials and hundreds more with the Better Business Bureau related to wrong paperwork, delays getting their vehicle’s documentation and other issues with the nine-year-old online auto retailer, The Wall Street Journal reported Friday (Oct. 22). Get...

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Today in Retail: Crocs D2C Sales Nearly Double in Two Years; Walmart Extends Holiday Delivery...
October 21, 2021

In today’s top retail news, Crocs executives say demand for their footwear is still outpacing their ability to produce and import product, while Walmart is adding more hours and items to its delivery options. Also, Blackstone is acquiring a majority stake in women’s shapewear brand...

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Today in Restaurant and Grocery Tech: Kroger Launches Ad Marketplace; On-Demand Delivery Services Grow Their...
October 21, 2021

Today in restaurant and grocery tech news, Instacart secures its hold on Canada and Walmart expands holiday delivery. Plus, Kroger opens up a new revenue stream. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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Grocery Roundup: On-Demand Economy Comes for Discount Grocery
October 21, 2021

Digital holdout Grocery Outlet, a California-based grocer for value-seeking consumers with over 400 stores across six states, is finally getting online. The chain announced Thursday (Oct. 21) that it is partnering with Instacart for a pilot test of same-day delivery at 68 of its stores....

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Mulberry, Square Join Forces to Let Square Sellers Offer Product Protection Coverage
October 21, 2021

Product protection platform Mulberry has introduced a new app in the Square app marketplace to provide customers of merchants using the point-of-sale and payment processing platform with extended warranties and accident protection, according to a Wednesday (Oct. 20) press release. Get the Full Story Complete...

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D2C Apparel Retailers Tempt Investors With Forecast for 80K Fewer Physical Stores to Compete With
October 21, 2021

A series of proposed public offerings from eCommerce companies are putting the digital shopping experience on display and highlighting potential pitfalls for merchants as consumers continue to shift more of their attention to digital channels. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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PayPal’s Interest in Pinterest Adds Social Commerce to Super-App Vision
October 21, 2021

PayPal may soon be making a social commerce purchase, though likely on a larger scale than consumers buying many items: The financial services company is reportedly interested in buying the photo-sharing social media platform Pinterest. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...