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Walmart continues to try and expand its reach into African countries: “To address these challenges, Walmart has injected money into Massmart and appointed its own executives to key roles,...
READ MOREBloomberg reports that Walmart is considering the purchase of ChenMed, an operator of primary care clinics: “Bloomberg reported Friday evening that the companies are in talks for a deal that...
READ MOREDespite some concerns about the economy, consumers have positive expectations of this year’s holiday shopping season: “It’s crucial for retailers to assess the shifting trends and...
READ MOREThe National Retail Federation reports that while the economy is growing, it is also slowing down: “NRF forecast in March that 2023 retail sales would increase between 4% and 6% over 2022....
READ MOREWalmart Marketplace is expanding its services and reach by allowing for cross-border sales and offering new options for seller branding: “Walmart Marketplace has been around since 2009, but the...
READ MOREWalmart and Sam’s Club are expanding their electric vehicle charging stations to more stores and club warehouses: “By installing charging stations across the country, Walmart makes owning...
READ MOREWalmart has changed its wage policy for newly hired hourly workers: “Walmart implemented a new wage structure for hourly workers in mid-July, according to the report. Under this structure, most...
READ MOREWalmart is adding an in-store police station to one of its Atlanta locations: “Walmart is reopening one of its closed stores in Atlanta’s Vine City neighborhood after renovating it to...
READ MOREThe National Retail Federation has acquired the Reverse Logistics Association: “The NRF noted that the circular economy is an economy-wide effort to ensure that useful products, materials and...
READ MOREMexico has overtaken China as the United State’s top trade partner: “Meanwhile, Mexico has upped the ante. Its ‘expanding manufacturing base has offered an alternative to producing...
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