Retail

Retail is the process of selling consumer goods or services to customers through multiple channels of distribution to earn a profit. Retailers satisfy demand identified through a supply chain.

(source: en.wikipedia.org)

Falling Prices Point to Soft Landing for Economy
Falling Prices Point to Soft Landing for Economy
December 22, 2023  |  Economy

The latest data from the Commerce Department reportedly adds to the indicators that inflation in the United States is approaching the Federal Reserve’s target. In...

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Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Against Kroger’s Proposed Acquisition of Albertsons
Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Against Kroger’s Proposed Acquisition of Albertsons
December 22, 2023  |  Acquisitions

A U.S. judge has dismissed a consumer lawsuit that alleged Kroger’s proposed acquisition of grocery chain operator Albertsons would lead to reduced competition and increased...

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Streaming Subscriptions Set Sights on New Monetization Opportunities
Streaming Subscriptions Set Sights on New Monetization Opportunities
December 22, 2023  |  Streaming

As streaming platforms evolved throughout the year, many leaders in the industry set their sights on ways to monetize their content beyond subscription fees and...

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This Week: Amazon’s Prime Time Play; Walmart’s Bag Now, Pay Later Scheme
This Week: Amazon’s Prime Time Play; Walmart’s Bag Now, Pay Later Scheme
December 22, 2023  |  Retail

In a bold play to score big in the sports content arena, Amazon is rumored to be eyeing an investment in Diamond Sports Group, aiming...

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Why Nike Says It’s Expanding Its $9 Billion Women’s Business
Why Nike Says It’s Expanding Its $9 Billion Women’s Business
December 22, 2023  |  Earnings

Nike has taken its game to the next level in the women’s market, boasting a reported business of around $9 billion — excluding Jordan and...

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BNPL and Digital Wallets High Priority for PayFacs and Marketplaces
BNPL and Digital Wallets High Priority for PayFacs and Marketplaces
December 22, 2023  |  Retail

Embedded payments can open the door to monetizing new revenue streams, deepening customer engagement and growing new lines of business. However, retail marketplaces, payment facilitators...

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Chinese Consumers Are Saving Rather Than Spending Amid Economic Downturn 
Chinese Consumers Are Saving Rather Than Spending Amid Economic Downturn 
December 21, 2023  |  Consumer Insights

Chinese consumers are reportedly feeling the effects of the country’s economic downturn.  This downturn, characterized by declining exports, a slowdown in manufacturing and a property...

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Apple Stops Online Sales and Repairs of Smartwatches in Patent Dispute
Apple Stops Online Sales and Repairs of Smartwatches in Patent Dispute
December 21, 2023  |  Apple

Apple stopped selling its latest smartwatches, the Apple Watch Series 9 and Apple Watch Ultra 2, in its online store Thursday (Dec. 21) due on...

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Apple Falls Short in Bid to Stop Watch Ban
Apple Falls Short in Bid to Stop Watch Ban
December 21, 2023  |  Apple

The federal government will not let Apple delay an upcoming ban on Apple Watch imports. The International Trade Commission (ITC) on Wednesday (Dec. 20) denied the company’s appeal of an earlier...

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