
Economic Pressures Prompt Early Back-To-School Shopping
Despite pressures, back-to-school spending expected to show resilience
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Despite pressures, back-to-school spending expected to show resilience
Traditional open coupons focus on reach, while loyalty discounts focus on retention and personalization
Andy Wilson sits down with Kim Souza, a veteran journalist on the Walmart beat.
Commercial success and community responsibility aren't mutually exclusive
Emphasis on local sourcing and regional supplier networks helps cost efficiencies
Lawn care industry’s transformation echoes earlier shift in the power tool market
Cultural differences impact everything from store design to merchandising approaches.
Retailers brace for 2026 shift
Rapid expansion comes at a time of deep disruption in the pharmacy sector.
Package thefts present multi-billion-dollar problem.
Self-checkout fades as RFID technology offers newer techniques
Strategic brand expansions target new demographics
CVS, Walgreens, independent pharmacies all face challenges
Young shoppers actively avoid interpersonal interaction
Digital grocery services: powerful loyalty-building tools driving revenue and retention.