UPS slaps shipping limits on Gap, Nike to manage e-commerce surge
The move comes during a holiday season when retailers are increasingly dependent on delivery companies to move online orders as store traffic plummets during the coronavirus pandemic, a dynamic that has shifted power significantly.
Reynolds Kitchens hiring a 'cookie connoisseur' for $5G: 'A sweet job in a tough year'
Bake your way to big bucks.
Cyber Monday shoppers spend record-breaking $10.8B
Consumer spending increased by 15% over 2019's previous record of $9.4 billion.
Christmas shopping: Americans spending slightly more on gifts during pandemic, poll suggests
Despite economic uncertainty during the pandemic, Americans still plan to spend more on holiday gifts this year.
Officials issue Christmas tree fire warning as demand surges
Although it's early in the season, the warning comes as wholesale tree farmers and small "cut-your-own" lots are already reporting strong demand.
Black Friday hits record $9B in US consumer spending
Black Friday shoppers in the U.S. spent a record $9 billion in consumer spending this year.
Sports video games to look out for this holiday season
Whether it’s buying new video games for the next generation of consoles or if it’s finding retro games on eBay or retro game stores, consumption is at an all-time high.
Coronavirus driving outdoor holiday decoration craze
Christmas couldn’t come sooner in a year encumbered by the coronavirus outbreak, a turbulent election and economic devastation. Yet, the pandemic has driven more people to deck the halls earlier this year, even though the holiday spirit might look reimagined.
Here's where you can buy American this Black Friday
A list of U.S.-made brands offering holiday sales
Amazon hiring spree adds 1,400 workers per day
Amazon has hired more than 400,000 employees since the start of 2020 and more than 500,000, including seasonal hires.
Amazon workers across the world protest on Black Friday
Amazon workers across the globe have banded together in a series of coordinated Black Friday protests over workers' rights and environmental justice.
Online shopping hits new record, topping $5B, Adobe Analytics says
According to data from Adobe Analytics, online sales surged nearly 22% over 2019 when sales notched $4.2 billion.
Whole Foods warns customers of turkey 'quality' issue on Thanksgiving morning
A number of Whole Foods customers across the South reportedly woke up to a concerning email on Thanksgiving morning, warning them that the turkeys they planned to consume “did not meet [Whole Foods’] high expectation for quality.”
In 2020, here's why it's important to shop early this holiday season
Just like the rest of 2020, this holiday season is unpredictable.
Holiday trends to watch: Adult Play-Doh; stores that ship
Toy companies are targeting stuck-at-home grown-ups with latte-smelling Play-Doh and Legos that turn into Warhols. Those who added a puppy to their family during the pandemic will see tons of gift options for their new furry friend. And with more people shopping online, stores are doing double duty as shipping centers to try to get gifts to doorsteps as fast as possible.
Amazon to give $500M in special holiday bonuses to front-line employees
Full-time U.S. operations employees who work for the e-commerce giant between Dec. 1 and Dec. 31 will qualify for a $300 bonus, while part-time employees will receive a $150 bonus.
On Thanksgiving and every day, here's how to lead with gratitude even in a crisis like COVID
While practicing gratitude on Thanksgiving might seem easy, it is one of the most misunderstood and misapplied tools of management.
Black Friday: Where to get a deal on a Christmas tree
Many major retailers are offering Black Friday deals on Christmas trees.
How to keep Amazon holiday gifts a surprise from family members
Here are some ways to keep your Amazon deliveries a secret for the holidays.
Nearly 1M Crock-Pots recalled ahead of Thanksgiving for burn risks
The product was sold at Walmart and Target as well as other major retailers nationwide, according to the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission.

















