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Cyber Monday Sales Expected To Reach $9.4B
December 02, 2019

Seeking to maintain the momentum of a record $11.6 billion in online sales on Black Friday and Thanksgiving, U.S. retailers started Cyber Monday by rolling out a series of early deals over the weekend. Merchants aim to lengthen the holiday season, which is technically six...

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Making Online Pet Food More Pup- And Planet-Friendly With Crickets
December 02, 2019

Dogs need tender loving care, regular walks, entertaining toys and food to keep them energized and well-nourished. Traditional pet snacks made with beef or poultry may not always be healthy for pups or the environment, but food innovators are aiming to provide alternatives. Take Chippin,...

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Amazon Pilots Storage And Replenishment Service
December 02, 2019

As it prepares for the holiday shopping season, Amazon is making some adjustments to its delivery network to make sure shoppers receive their orders on time. The eCommerce retailer is piloting a new inventory storage service to help meet its next-day shipping pledge and holiday...

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Cyber Monday Sales Expected To Rise 19 Pct YOY
December 02, 2019

Cyber Monday is tracking to break eCommerce records and possibly go down in history as the biggest day ever for online sales in the U.S., The Financial Times (FT) reported on Sunday (Dec. 1).  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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The Latest Retail Upsell: Insurance At The Point Of Sale
December 02, 2019

Every merchant is looking for an edge – a way not only to make more money, but also to hit on fresh methods for building customer loyalty and trust. As we look to a new decade and as payments technology advances, eyes are turning toward...

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Costco, H&M Sites Have Outages During Holiday Weekend
December 02, 2019

A few major retailers experienced technical difficulties on their websites during Thanksgiving weekend —the official start of the holiday shopping season. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

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Retailers Start New Traditions With Innovation Around The Holidays
November 29, 2019

Today, of course, is the day after Thanksgiving. After all the turkey and stuffing … if you live in the U.S., you could be gearing up to buy gifts in store or online. The deals might be intriguing – and the quantities may be limited....

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Brazil’s Magalu Platform Allows For Product Pickups At Sellers’ Stores
November 28, 2019

Technology company Linx has partnered with digital retail platform Magazine Luiza (Magalu) for a new delivery option for customers in Brazil, according to a press release. Now, sellers on the marketplace can use physical stores as pickup points for items. Get the Full Story Complete...

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Major Retailers’ Prices Stay Steady Despite Tariffs
November 27, 2019

Some retailers in the U.S. have been absorbing the costs of the ongoing trade war with China, including Walmart and Amazon, according to Reuters. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...