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A possible railway strike in Canada could create supply chain problems: “A labor deal impasse between the Teamsters Canada Rail Conference and carriers Canadian National Railway and Canadian...
READ MOREWalmart is shrinking its drone delivery footprint: “DroneUp will be closing 18 Walmart delivery hubs in the cities, and 17% of DroneUp’s workforce, which is about 70 staffers will lose their...
READ MOREWalmart is cutting prices on thousands of items in its stores. . .and is warning suppliers against increases: “Walmart cuts prices for more than 7,000 items, warns it will fight back against...
READ MOREThe cost of living for many people has increased, though many consumers continue to spend: “For example, car insurance costs have jumped a striking 21% year-over-year (YoY), nonprescription...
READ MOREBeginning August 19th, Sam’s Club will enforce order minimums for free pickup or delivery: “Starting Aug. 19, 2024, Club members can pick up curbside orders without paying a fee when...
READ MOREWalmart has captured 34% of back-to-school spending : “Walmart is capturing a leading 34% of back-to-school spending, according to a survey of 2,000 parents/guardians of school-aged children...
READ MOREBob Moritz, former Global Chairman of PricewaterhouseCoopers, has joined Walmart’s board of directors: “Moritz began his term on the board on Thursday, when Walmart reported its...
READ MOREWalmart grocery sales continue to grow, outpacing general merchandise: “Grocery continues to drive Walmart’s growth as price-sensitive shoppers turn to the retailer to fill their fridges and...
READ MOREWalmart’s earnings increased in Q2 and company leadership credited new, more affluent customers for rising numbers and market share: “The nation’s largest retailer said it gained market...
READ MOREWalmart credits its Marketplace sellers with helping to boost the company’s global advertising revenues: “The retailer reported global ad business growth of 26% year-over-year during the...
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