In light of two high-profile data breaches at major U.S. retailers, data theft is a hot topic at industry events, as well as around the board room table. The National Retail Federation recently issued a statement on a proactive and…
Candy and snacks go hand-in-hand with Christmas, and candy, which is purchased by 50% of consumers who celebrate, ranks as the top snack item purchased for the holidays, according to NPD research. Of those purchasing candy, 22% are buying it…
The holiday season, which stretches from Halloween to New Year's Day, offers grocers an opportunity to connect with consumers and increase sales, but operators can further the effort by marketing products for Hispanic holidays and traditions, writes Gustavo Guerra, brand…
More than half of holiday shoppers have already started chipping away at their lists, and 48% are turning to the Internet for inspiration. More than one out of five shoppers are checking e-mail advertisements, and 14% are browsing Facebook for…
Most retailers know that the millennial generation is important to their business, and 98% said the group will be important to their business in three years, but for many their efforts to reach the 80 million digital-savvy Gen Y members…
U.S. retailers accounted for 20,800 of the 148,000 jobs created last month, with discounters and department stores adding staff while specialty apparel retailers cut positions, according to the Labor Department. "Americans need to believe we are on a solid path…