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McDonald's sales slipped. That may mean lower-income consumers feel pinched.
Jul 29, 2024
Reporting quarterly results, the fast-food company said customers "continue to be more intentional with the dollars they spend."
With more products on sale, consumers are ready to buy
by
Justin Ho
Aug 25, 2022
Retailers are trying to get rid of excess inventory by marking down certain products. That's likely to lure shoppers.
Small-business owners are struggling with their supply chains. But they're more optimistic.
Sep 14, 2021
The National Federation of Independent Business reports nearly half of small businesses surveyed raised prices in August.
Retailers' holiday sales strategy this year? Fewer, smaller sales
Dec 7, 2020
They're trying to make a profit selling less stuff, but holding the line on prices.
In China, livestream sales flourish in time of COVID-19
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Jennifer Pak
Jul 27, 2020
Struggling retailers hope livestreaming will provide a lifeline. Aspiring influencers don't always strike it rich.
China's livestream sales: How brands reach consumers during COVID-19
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Jennifer Pak
Apr 6, 2020
Consumer spending plummeted while people stayed home. But Taobao saw livestream sales sessions double on its app.
iPhone sales fall in China, but fans abound
by
Jennifer Pak
Jan 28, 2019
Apple prices can be an issue, but many Chinese still consider the devices prestigious.
For public good, not for profit.
Holiday season discounts bring shoppers but not always profits
by
Ben Bradford
Dec 28, 2018
For many people, the end of the holiday season means dragging a Christmas tree out to the curb. For stores, it means throwing out advertisements for doorbusters and holiday deals — as well as dragging Christmas trees to the curb. The final two months of the year are retailers’ busiest, but all of those deals […]
Retailers offer online discounts because they want consumers to click to shop
Dec 25, 2018
And companies are getting more than just your money.
Divided Decade: How the financial crisis changed retail
by
Tommy Andres
Dec 20, 2018
A decade later, everything is still on sale.