retail

U.S. Small Business Sales Hold Steady in March as Consumers Spend More Per Visit
Finance & Economics

U.S. Small Business Sales Hold Steady in March as Consumers Spend More Per Visit

American small businesses closed out the first quarter on solid ground, with sales rising 1.3% year over year in March despite consumers trimming the number of trips they made and spending more deliberately when they did show up, according to new data from Fiserv.

Ezeepay Launches UPI Cash-Out for Easy Withdrawals Through Retail Network
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Ezeepay Launches UPI Cash-Out for Easy Withdrawals Through Retail Network

UPI can not just move money digitally now but also bring cash to Indian users within minutes at a neighborhood store. The functionality is soon-to-be available via Ezeepay new UPI Cash-Out service.

CEO David Simon’s Death Triggers Leadership Transition at Simon Property Group and Governance Shift at Klépierre
Finance & Economics

CEO David Simon’s Death Triggers Leadership Transition at Simon Property Group and Governance Shift at Klépierre

The global retail real estate sector is entering a new phase following the death of CEO David Simon, the long-time chief executive who transformed Simon Property Group into the world’s largest shopping mall operator. His passing in March 2026 has prompted a swift and closely managed leadership transition, while also triggering ripple effects across Europe […]

Showroom.fm Launches to Make Every Physical Showroom Discoverable by AI
Fintech & Ecommerce

Showroom.fm Launches to Make Every Physical Showroom Discoverable by AI

Showroom.fm has launched a first-of-its-kind platform that finally makes the physical showroom visible to AI assistants, search engines, and consumers asking, “Where can I see this today?”

Starbucks Coffee Price in Every Country (with infographic)
Society & Lifestyle

Starbucks Coffee Price in Every Country (with infographic)

In 1971, the first Starbucks location opened in Seattle, Washington, at Pike Place Market. Its founders were three former students from the University of San Francisco, who initially sold freshly roasted coffee beans, teas, and spices from around the world. From these humble beginnings, Starbucks has grown to become the world’s largest coffeehouse chain, boasting […]

PayRange Acquires Turns to Optimize Laundromat Business
Fintech & Ecommerce

PayRange Acquires Turns to Optimize Laundromat Business

This acquisition aims to create a comprehensive all-in-one technology platform for the laundromat industry by integrating PayRange payment solutions with Turns operational management software.

Visa Analysis Reveals Online Holiday Shopping Growth
Fintech & Ecommerce

Visa Analysis Reveals Online Holiday Shopping Growth

Online retail shopping during the holiday season increased by 7.1%, according to Visa observations, though the majority of purchases still take place in brick-and-mortar stores.

Retailers Are Top Green Investors in US
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Retailers Are Top Green Investors in US

Retailers have emerged as unexpected leaders in green investments among different U.S. industries, contributing almost $33.6 billion in green technology or clean energy in Q2 of 2024.

Klarna Collaborates With John Lewis & Partners
Fintech & Ecommerce

Klarna Collaborates With John Lewis & Partners

Klarna has partnered with John Lewis & Partners to offer its “Pay in 3” BNPL service, allowing customers to spread payments over 60 days with no interest accrued.

Zeller Unveils Terminal 2 Integrated Payments & POS Solution
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Zeller Unveils Terminal 2 Integrated Payments & POS Solution

Australian fintech Zeller introduced an all-in-one payments and point-of-sale (POS) solution for businesses called Terminal 2, setting a new benchmark in retail technology.

Target to Roll Out AI Chatbots in US Stores This Summer
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Target to Roll Out AI Chatbots in US Stores This Summer

American retail giant Target aims to facilitate internal operations in nearly 2,000 stores across the United States with a handy AI assistant called “Store Companion”.

Maximizing Profits and Efficiency: Integrating Technology into Online Retailer Management
Finance & Economics

Maximizing Profits and Efficiency: Integrating Technology into Online Retailer Management

Staying ahead requires more than just a keen understanding of market trends and consumer behavior—it demands the seamless integration of technology into every facet of business operations. From supply chain optimization to personalized marketing strategies and seamless customer service to data-driven decision-making, technology emerges as the linchpin that can unlock unprecedented levels of efficiency and […]

Toy Safety Matters: What Retailers Need to Know
Finance & Economics

Toy Safety Matters: What Retailers Need to Know

When it comes to toys, safety is very important. For retailers, understanding the ins and outs of toy safety is crucial to maintaining customers’ trust and upholding ethical business practices. But if you’re new to toy retailing, then you’re in the right place. This article discusses regulatory issues, toy risks, testing and certification, retailers’ safety […]