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Report: Amazon Institutes Fee for Certain Returns at UPS Stores

Amazon has reportedly instituted a new fee for certain returns at UPS stores as the ecommerce giant aims…

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Citing Losses from Chicago Stores, Walmart to Close 4 of 8 Locations

Walmart will close four Chicago stores on April 16, noting in an unsigned announcement that the “difficult decision”…

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Shoppers and Operators want Malls to Change, Creating Opportunities for Emerging Brands

As a result of changing consumer behaviors and spending patterns, many retailers are focused on right-sizing their store…

Features April 12
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How to Make Sense of the Complex Modern Grocery Retail Landscape 

As consumers look to save money on takeaways and eating out, grocery retailers can be the quiet winners…

Executive Viewpoints April 12
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Indigo Books & Music

The recently completed Indigo Rideau Centre, a new flagship location for the Canada-based retailer of books, toys, home…

News April 11
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Ikea has launched an interior design service for consumers and businesses.

Ikea U.S. Launches Virtual Interior Design Service for Consumers and Businesses

Ikea U.S. is expanding its existing slate of design tools and services with the debut of an Interior…

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Walmart Sues Capital One to End Branded Credit Card Partnership

Walmart has filed a lawsuit seeking to end its credit card contract with Capital One Financial, alleging that…

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Sleep Country to Buy Casper Canadian Operations for $20.6 Million

Sleep Country Canada Holdings will purchase the Canadian assets of Casper Sleep for $20.6 million (USD). Toronto-based Sleep…

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