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Retailers
Retailers are stuck in a cycle of constant sales
Jan 17, 2024
Once consumers adjust to a 24/7 promotion environment, it hard for companies to stop.
Bloated inventories are dragging down some sectors of the economy
by
Justin Ho
Jan 11, 2024
Clothing companies and bike stores are some businesses that still have excess inventory — and that has ripple effects through the economy.
After the holidays, retailers hope to keep the party going
Dec 27, 2023
Even though holiday shopping numbers were solid, retailers might see a slower start to 2024 when consumers' credit card bills come due.
Faced with an onslaught of returns, retailers are telling shoppers: "Just keep it."
by
Henry Epp
Dec 1, 2023
“Returnless refunds” or “keep it" return policies have now been adopted by more than half of major retailers, according to a new survey.
The long-expected consumer pullback may finally be materializing
Nov 29, 2023
We spent more over the holiday, but we bought less — thanks to inflation.
Retailers wielding holiday discounts as competitive weapon
Nov 27, 2023
Instead of marking down items to clear inventory, retailers are using discounts to draw customers away from competitors.
Will retailers risk rolling back the generous return policies shoppers love?
Nov 24, 2023
Free online returns and 60-day windows are popular but cost companies money. Some e-commerce players are experimenting with changes.
For public good, not for profit.
In retail, it's all about "omnichannel" selling
Nov 23, 2023
It’s not in-store versus online — it’s in-store and online, and something in between.
Costs have been falling for retailers — some retailers, at least
by
Justin Ho
Nov 16, 2023
While supply chain costs have fallen over the last year, some retailers are still facing wage pressure and inventory costs.
A New York City street vendor scrabbles and strives to make a living
Nov 16, 2023
The Street Vendor Project estimates at least 20,000 vendors are operating in New York City, but there are permits for only about 6,000.