A public relations move by Loblaw Companies is just the latest in a long line of big business antics stretching back to pre-Confederation fur trade in Canada.
As technology improves, the potential for retailers to make use of the metaverse will grow.
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The metaverse offers novel opportunities for retailers and their customers, but retailers need to be adequately prepared to overcome the challenges of new technology.
The London showroom of online retailer Made.com.
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Rising business costs and shifts in the market accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic are posing challenges for small retailers along Main Street business areas.
Shopping during an inflationary uptick can require a bit more thought.
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Beautiful shopping streets attract people — and that’s good for business. Images of ten reimagined local shopping streets show how they can become the beautiful hearts of their local communities.
Thousands of young people became pet owners during the pandemic - retailers should let them bring their furry friends to stores.
Scottish Artists for Ukraine demonstrate at the Russian consulate, Edinburgh, against the Russian military invasion of Ukraine. Picture date: Wednesday March 9, 2022.
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Mike Lee, University of Auckland, Waipapa Taumata Rau
New Zealand consumers are using boycotts of Russian products as a way to voice their disapproval of the war in Ukraine. But is this the best or only way for individuals to be heard?
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg will announce a comprehensive reform of regulations governing the payments system, to bring it up to date with innovations such as digital wallets and cryptocurrency.
Black Friday traditionally marks the beginning of the Christmas retail season.
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Interim Director, UWA Public Policy Institute; Associate Professor & Programme Co-ordinator (Masters of Public Policy), The University of Western Australia