Retailers Revise Black Friday Return Policies
Black Friday returns are being re-examined by retailers as the holiday rush nears, with firms mapping costs to avoid margin strain from returns.
DoorDash buys Instacart for $17 billion
DoorDash buys Instacart for $17 billion, reshaping grocery and restaurant delivery markets and intensifying competition with Amazon and Walmart.
Online Grocery Sales Surge as In-Store Purchases Decline
Online grocery sales surged 15.5% while in-store purchases declined 2.8%, reflecting a shift in consumer behavior.
Walmart bundles memberships to undercut Amazon Prime
Walmart now offers a bundled Walmart+ and Sam’s Club Plus membership for $120 annually, cutting costs by nearly $100 to compete with Amazon Prime.
AliExpress Launches Free Elite Membership in Europe
AliExpress introduces its free Elite membership in Europe, rewarding loyal customers with exclusive benefits across seven countries.
Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days Drive $9.86B in US Sales
Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days generated $9.86B in US sales, a 7.3% increase driven by discounts on electronics and more.
B&Q ecommerce head backs gender equality
B&Q's ecommerce head champions gender equality in retail, driving digital growth and workplace inclusion across home improvement sectors.