Luxury shoppers flock online, but stores aren’t going out of style
Since the coronavirus pandemic began its spread across the globe a year ago, luxury-goods stores have had to roll down their shutters for a good part of the year as governments attempt to limit contagions.
Kroger paying employees $100 to get COVID-19 vaccine
Kroger is paying its employees $100 to get vaccinated against COVID-19, the company announced Friday.
CVS, Walgreens step up ‘bot’ defense ahead of COVID-19 vaccine appointment rush
As the nation gears up for expanded access to COVID-19 vaccines, pharmacies such as CVS and Walgreens are stepping up security efforts against so-called “scalper bots” eagerly waiting to stockpile vaccine appointment slots.
China's Luckin Coffee files for bankruptcy protection
China's Luckin Coffee has filed for bankruptcy protection.
January jobs report shows a 'strong' 2021: Workforce analyst
Joanie Courtney on jobs report
Small business owners faced with tough hiring decisions
As the U.S. economy undergoes an uneven recovery from the virus pandemic, many small business owners face a tough decision on whether and when to take on employees.
Hedge fund founder pleads guilty in Neiman Marcus-tied case
A plea agreement suggested a sentence of up to 18 months in prison
PayPal profit tops estimates as pandemic drives online spending to record levels
PayPal's processed payments in the latest quarter rose 39% to $277.1 billion, with an additional 16 million net new active customers
Ebay gets boost from holiday sales and stay-at-home buyers
E-commerce firm eBay Inc on Wednesday topped Wall Street expectations for holiday-quarter revenue and current-quarter sales estimates, as more homebound buyers flocked to its platform for shopping during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Trader Joe’s temporarily raises pay by $4 per hour for all employees, but cancels midyear raises
Popular grocery retailer Trader Joe's announced this week that it would temporarily raise its pay for all employees amidst the continually-raging COVID-19 pandemic.
Mom-and-pop pet stores struggling despite pet adoption reaching all-time high
Gerris Willis on pet retail sales
Kroger closes 2 Southern California stores rather than give extra $4 'Hero Pay’
Retailer Kroger announced on Monday that it would permanently close two of its Southern California stores due to what it says is a direct result of a city mandate that requires an extra $4 of "hero pay" for essential workers.
Beauty influencer claims Sephora dropped her over her political views
Amanda Ensing on getting dropped by Sephora
SC lawmakers want permanent curbside alcohol pickup
Ten South Carolina state lawmakers are working to make curbside alcohol pickup permanent.
Lowe's inviting couples to spend Valentine's Day in stores for 'a night of Lowemance'
Lowe's is catering to crafty couples this Valentine's Day with paint night as home improvement trend continues to grow during the pandemic.
GameStop's stock surge doesn't mask reality
Behind GameStop's stock surge is the grim reality of its prospects: The video game retailer is floundering even as the industry around it is booming.
Kraft Heinz close to selling Planters brand to Hormel
Kraft Heinz Co. KHC -0.27% is nearing a deal to sell its Planters snack business to Skippy peanut butter owner Hormel Foods Corp. HRL 3.90% , according to people familiar with the matter.
Super Bowl-related purchases expected to total $13.9 billion this year, retailers group says
People watching the game plan to spend an average of $74.55, mostly on snacks.
New Walgreens CEO Roz Brewer will get a nearly $25M signing bonus
Before joining Walgreens, Brewer will finish a three-year stint at Starbucks where she served as the chief operating officer since October 2017 and as a director since March 2017.
Walmart donates $14M to nonprofits targeting racial inequity as part of 5-year plan
The funds are part of a larger commitment by Walmart and the Walmart Foundation to donate $100 million through grants over five years through a Center for Racial Equity in an effort to advance racial equity.



















