Mark Feldstein Introduces Portable Sanitizer
In a market where health concerns have been raised by COVID-19, Mark Feldstein & Associates is promoting its Hy-Genie UV-C sanitizers as a means to ensure everyday items are disinfected.
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Meijer Opens Five New Supercenters
Meijer has opened five new supercenters across the midwestern U.S., noted Meijer president and CEO Rick Keyes.
Nespresso Expanding Coffee Production Center
Nespresso is expanding its Romont production center in Switzerland to meet increasing consumer demand for its premium coffees and support international development in the coming years.
Amazon To Open Fulfillment Center In Little Rock
Amazon plans to open its first fulfillment center in Little Rock, Arkansas. The new fulfillment center, which is anticipated to launch in 2021, will create over 1,000 new full-time jobs, the company said.
Walmart Open Call Event Supports U.S. Manufacturing
The application process for Walmart’s seventh annual Open Call is open, and the company invites entrepreneurs dreaming of landing their U.S.-manufactured products on Walmart shelves to apply for the opportunity to meet with Walmart buyers on October 1, 2020, via virtual pitch meetings.
Coresight: Some Retailers Poised To Survive Coronavirus
The Retail Robustness Index is a Coresight Research effort to determine which retailers are best able to cope with the coronavirus crisis and Costco now ranking second might not surprise anyone.
Healthy Living Products Drive Helen Of Troy Q1 Sales
The current market environment produced overall higher demand for Helen of Troy’s housewares, health and home and beauty products, as the company posted a strong first quarter.
IHA Readies Inspired Home Show Safety Protocols
As it begins to prepare for The Inspired Home Show 2021, the International Housewares Association is taking steps to ensure a safe and productive return to Chicago.
Housewares Charity Foundation Makes Donations
Although its annual Housewares Cares Charity Gala was canceled this year due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Housewares Charity Foundation (HCF) is making $350,000 in donations to beneficiary charities.
Bed Bath & Beyond Posts Q1 Loss But Digital Gains
In the first quarter, Bed Bath & Beyond recorded a big loss but also a significant jump in online sales. The retailer also noted that it plans to close 200 stores over the next two years as part of its ongoing restructuring.
Tervis Adds Wide Mouth Stainless Steel Bottles
Tervis has added a new collection of stainless steel tumblers, designed with leak-proof wide mouth bottles.
Deloitte: Back To School Spending Has Flat Prospects
In its 2020 Back-to-School and Back-to-College studies, Deloitte determined that, amid financial concerns, back-to-school spending will likely remain flat, reaching a collective $28.1 billion for kindergarten through grade 12 students, or approximately $529 per student.
Jura Debuts ENA 8 Massive Aluminum Signature Line
Jura has introduced the Jura ENA 8 Massive Aluminum Signature Line, which is said to be the first automatic specialty coffee machine with solid 3-millimeter-thick aluminum housing.
Costco Reports Another Strong Month As U.S. Store Visits Gain
For the five week fiscal month of June, Costco reported net sales of $16.18 billion, up 11.1% from the period a year earlier.
Corkcicle Introduces Slim Arctican
As the growing demand for hard seltzer, hard kombucha, and other spiked beverages continues, Corkcicle has rolled out its new Slim Arctican. The product is designed to keep these beverages cool, as many do not fit in a traditional holder.
Kroger Makes Executive Changes As Chief Merchant Retires
Kroger said that Joe Grieshaber, svp/chief merchant, is retiring after more than 37 years of service. The retailer is promoting Stuart Aitken, who will assume the role.
Sur La Table Files Chapter 11
Sur La Table has filed voluntary petitions under Chapter 11 of the Bankruptcy Code in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey to consummate a restructuring and going-concern sale of the company, subject to court approval.
Rescheduled 2020 National Hardware Show Cancelled, Virtual Show Planned
The 2020 National Hardware Show in Las Vegas, originally postponed from early May to September 1-3 as the COVID-19 pandemic escalated during the spring, has been cancelled as an in-person event for this year because of the continuing impact of the pandemic, according to Reed Exhibitions.
J.C. Penney Closing Two NYC Stores Including Herald Square
J.C. Penney has decided to close its Manhattan Mall location in New York’s Herald Square.
Home Improvement eRetailer Summit Reschedules Conference
The Home Improvement eRetailer Summit has been rescheduled for March 7-9, 2021, from its previously scheduled date of October 7-9, 2020 in response to travel and public health uncertainties created by the spread of the coronavirus.