Times Square news and trends

Hilton Times Square Closure Bruises NYC Tourism Rebound
Travel Payments // September 03, 2020

It sounds so nice they had to name it twice: New York, New York. 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 In Payments: Hilton Times Square To Close; PayPal Launches iZettle Food & Drink In...
News // September 03, 2020

In today’s top news, the Hilton Times Square is closing, and PayPal launched iZettle Food & Drink in the U.K. Plus, Airbnb rejected William Ackman’s blank-check offer to go public. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Target To Open Small-Format Store In Times Square
Retail // December 05, 2019

Target has announced that it is going to open a new location in Times Square in New York City by 2022, according to a report by CNBC. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

A Night To Remember With A Price Tag To Forget
International // December 30, 2017

Ah, another year come and gone. Many people are looking ahead to the new year with hope, while others are simply happy to say goodbye to the old one. But whether 2017 was kind or cruel, one thing is for sure: New Year’s Eve will...

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A Night To Remember With A Price Tag To Forget

December 30, 2017
Ah, another year come and gone. Many people are looking ahead to the new year with hope, while others are simply happy to say goodbye to the old one. But whether 2017 was kind or cruel, one thing is for sure: New Year’s Eve will be one of the most celebrated nights of the year. […]

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Lingering Office Closures Hit Hard for Times Square Small Businesses

June 02, 2023
Small businesses in Times Square are reportedly struggling in the post-pandemic environment. 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. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing communications from […]

Target To Open Small-Format Store In Times Square

December 05, 2019
Target has announced that it is going to open a new location in Times Square in New York City by 2022, according to a report by CNBC. Get the Full...

Sharper Image Gets Back Into Brick-And-Mortar Retail, Albeit Temporarily

October 31, 2017
The Sharper Image is dipping its toe back into physical retail, according to news from CNBC. The gadget chain is opening brick-and-mortar pop-up stores in Times Square for the holiday season....

Toys “R” Us Says Bye-Bye In NYC

January 05, 2016
Last week, just days after Christmas, Toys”R”Us’ Times Square location was abuzz with activity but not for the best of reasons. Wednesday (Dec. 30) marked the last day the flagship...