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Government Effort to Close Digital Divide Spurs Spain’s Digital Transformation

Government Effort to Close Digital Divide Spurs Spain’s Digital Transformation
Government Effort to Close Digital Divide Spurs Spain’s Digital Transformation
March 03, 2023  |  Connected Economy

Countries take different tacks in their digital transformations, with Spain’s high engagement rate driven by a less-expected source: national policy.   PYMNTS’ December ConnectedEconomy™ Index, “How...

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CFPB Finds Most BNPL Users Are Not Financially Distressed
CFPB Finds Most BNPL Users Are Not Financially Distressed
March 02, 2023  |  BNPL

BNPL users have relatively few financial safety nets in place should they run into difficulties managing their obligations.   That’s an if and not a when,...

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Grocers Continue to Lag Way Behind Restaurants in Digital Adoption
Grocers Continue to Lag Way Behind Restaurants in Digital Adoption
March 02, 2023  |  Connected Economy

Grocers’ digital investments have not been enough to catch up to restaurants, PYMNTS research shows. The Context Grocers have been working hard to drive digital...

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Sam’s Club Logistics Push Gives Walmart More Firepower in Grocery Wars
Sam’s Club Logistics Push Gives Walmart More Firepower in Grocery Wars
March 02, 2023  |  Retail

For Walmart, omnichannel may be the way to beat Amazon in the war to stock the pantry. And Sam’s Club may be a way to...

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Walmart Aims to Open 75+ Health Centers by 2025
Walmart Aims to Open 75+ Health Centers by 2025
March 02, 2023  |  Healthcare

Walmart will double its health center numbers amid continued expansion into the wellness space. The retail giant announced Thursday (March 2) that it plans to open 28 centers...

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Macy’s Off-Mall Small Format Stores Are Killing It and More Are Coming
Macy’s Off-Mall Small Format Stores Are Killing It and More Are Coming
March 02, 2023  |  Retail

Although they currently account for only 10 of its total portfolio of 722 physical locations under its many brands, Macy’s CEO Jeff Gennette can’t stop talking about the big...

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American Eagle to Expand Activewear Line After Early Success
American Eagle to Expand Activewear Line After Early Success
March 02, 2023  |  Retail

Activewear was a standout performer during a quarter in which American Eagle Outfitters earned its second-highest revenue. The clothing, accessories and personal care products retailer reported the...

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Abercrombie & Fitch Tightens Focus On More Productive Store and Digital Shopping Features
Abercrombie & Fitch Tightens Focus On More Productive Store and Digital Shopping Features
March 01, 2023  |  Retail

Apparel retailer Abercrombie & Fitch called out its focus on store performance and progress on its 2025 Always Forward plan unveiled in June during its...

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