New Safety Measures Launch At Target Stores
Target is rolling out new safety protocols for the holiday season aimed at making its stores the easiest and safest place to shop in the U.S., the company asserted.
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Giant Eagle Tests Checkout-Free Shopping Technology
Regional supermarket operator Giant Eagle has teamed with Grabango, a checkout-free technology provider, to create a no-wait exit option for customers.
Kroger Introduces Mobile Payment Program
Kroger is introducing Kroger Pay, a mobile payment solution that securely combines a customer’s payment and loyalty card information to create a faster checkout experience. The company is also launching a new Kroger Rewards debit card.
NPD: Early Birds Savor Online Shopping Thanksgiving Weekend
Analysis from Checkout, an NPD Group receipt mining service, demonstrates that the average amount spent online per buyer on Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday 2017 exceeded what was spent at brick-and-mortar stores on the same days by more than 20%, the market research firm stated.
Walmart Unveils New Store, Online Initiatives Ahead Of Holidays
As the holiday season approaches, Walmart is rolling out new initiatives in-store and online that will ease the shopping experience for consumers.
Macy’s Rolls Out Mobile Pay, Furniture VR Initiative
Macy’s is rolling out two new digital initiatives that officials with the department store retailer feel will help boost the shopping experience for its customers.
NPD: Online Housewares Sales Gain
Online sales of housewares products increased 18% in the U.S. during 2017, reported The NPD Group’s Checkout service.
NPD Recognizes Housewares Vendors With Industry Performance Awards
The NPD Group’s home division on Saturday, March 10, presented its fifth annual industry performance awards during the International Home + Housewares Show.
Kroger, Chase Team On Mobile Payment Program
The Kroger Co. has struck a deal with Chase Pay, the digital engagement wallet from JPMorgan Chase & Co., that will allow it to offer customers mobile payments starting with select retail markets and e-commerce programs in 2018.
Target Introduces Wallet Payment Function
Target is putting Wallet in its app as a new way to pay at checkout.
NPD: Tabletop Sales Potential Grows Beyond Registry
NPD sees potential growth for tabletop sales that can translate into more lifestyle and cross-selling opportunities for retailers beyond wedding registry purchases, particularly with kitchen gadgets and beverageware.
CVS Rolls Out Mobile Payment Platform
CVS Health has rolled out CVS Pay, a mobile payment solution, at CVS pharmacies nationwide.
Staples Extends Apple Pay Availability
Staples has extended Apple Pay availability on its mobile website, m.staples.com.
Kohl’s Rolls Out Mobile Payment Platform
Kohl’s is rolling out its Kohl’s Pay platform nationwide. The mobile payment option integrates Kohl’s Charge private label credit card into its mobile app.
Wayfair Expands Apple Pay Integration
Wayfair’s customers now can complete their purchase using Apple Pay on the web with iOS 10.
Walmart Completes U.S. Rollout Of Electronic Pay Option
Walmart has expanded its Walmart Pay smartphone system to more than 4,600 of its stores across the United States, essentially…
Sam’s Club Adds Services To New Gainesville Store
Sam’s Club will open a new club in Gainesville, FL, on Thursday, June 30, replacing a nearby location and offering…
Walmart Extends Pay Platform To Four Southern States
Walmart has expanded its Walmart Pay option to Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana and Mississippi. Customers can now use Walmart Pay on…
Walmart Expands Services In Arkansas Supercenter Test
Walmart is testing the supercenter of the future. New ideas the retailer is trying out in its Rogers, Arkansas, store…
Walmart Launches Mobile Payment Option
Walmart Pay has arrived. The retailer characterized it as a fast, easy and secure way for customers to pay with…