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Amazon Tests Targeted Product Sampling Deliveries

Amazon has deployed yet another strategy designed to stay fresh in the shopper’s mind — free, targeted samples…

News January 8
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Google Launches Multi-Touch Point Shopping Platform In India

Google has brought its shopping service in India, allowing the country’s consumers to browse for deals on the…

News December 14
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Three Paths To Cashierless Retailing: Amazon, Nike And Saturn

Cashierless stores are moving even further into the retail mainstream. In addition to Amazon, which reportedly has started…

News December 5
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J.Crew Discontinues Brands To ‘Balance Investments And Expenses’

J.Crew will discontinue the Mercantile budget clothing line and shut down the Nevereven brand, according to an internal…

News November 30
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CVS Finalizes $78 Billion Aetna Purchase, Broadening Health Care Offerings

CVS Health has completed its acquisition of Aetna, finalizing the retailer’s transformation to a health care provider. The…

News November 29
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Are Amazon HQ2 Criticisms Valid, Overblown — Or Both?

Like the entire HQ2 selection process, the decision by Amazon to split its new headquarters between two cities,…

Executive Viewpoints November 21
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Amazon Selects Northern Virginia, NYC For HQ2s; Will Open Operations Hub In Nashville

Amazon has confirmed reports that it will split its second headquarters, “HQ2” between two cities. After speculation that…

News November 13
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Amazon Dominates Specialty Retail Prices, But Walmart Shrinks Pricing Gap To 2.3%

When it comes to pricing, Amazon is still king. The e-Commerce giant maintained its price leadership position on…

News November 9
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Amazon Releases First Printed Toy Catalog, Launches Holiday Pop-Ups Across Europe

In the wake of the Sears and Toys ‘R’ Us bankruptcies, Amazon is seeking to fill the gaps…

News November 9
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