Report: Inflation cooled in May — PYMNTS.com
Inflation cooled a bit in May, but rental housing and restaurants bucked that trend: “But the data released Wednesday (June 12) by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics shows that two key areas...
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Analysts weigh in on Walmart’s associate bonus plan — RetailWire.com
Analysts are discussing Walmart’s decision to start an annual bonus program for its hourly associates: “The move to offer bonuses to hourly associates was announced just ahead of...
READ MOREForbes & Walmart Creator partner on learning event — Forbes.com
Walmart’s influencer platform, Walmart Creator and Forbes are teaming up on an influencer/creator event: “For the last two years, Forbes has showcased those driving the creator economy...
READ MOREThe call for sustainable fashion practices — ESGDive.com
Analysts and activists are calling for more sustainable apparel manufacturing processes: “If the fashion industry continues on its current trajectory, it is estimated it will use up more than...
READ MOREGlobal trade on the increase — SupplyChainBrain.com
Analysts are cautiously optimistic about the impact that increased global trade might have on American suppliers; “The U.S., meanwhile, kept on gaining momentum in the first quarter, with total...
READ MOREDoes AI threaten brand connections? — RetailWire.com
Some analysts are concerned that AI might inhibit brand relationships with consumers: “Elena Klau, chief strategy and product officer at Momentum Worldwide, said that AI, VR, and mixed reality...
READ MORENational Retail Federation: Retail sales grew in May — ChainStoreAge.com
Retail sales rose in May, according to a report from the National Retail Federation: “Core retail sales (excluding automobiles, gasoline and restaurants) rose 1.2% month-over-month in May and...
READ MOREWalmart, other retailers, find AI a perfect fit for apparel sales — PYMNTS.com
Buying clothing online that actually fits can be a challenge. Walmart and other retailers are changing that by offering AI-powered sizing services: “As some fashion merchants tap AI to...
READ MOREWalmart launches exclusive beauty brand — Glossy.com
Walmart is launching Pretty Smart, a new beauty brand that promises affordable luxury: “Founded by beauty veteran Marissa Shipman, Pretty Smart will exclusively be available in 2,800 Walmart...
READ MOREWalmart delays IPO for Indian giants Flipkart and PhonePe — PYMNTS.com
Walmart is delaying IPOs for its Indian e-commerce platform Flipkart and payments company PhonePe: “’This is something we’re looking at over the next couple of years,’ Walmart’s...
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