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Traditional retailers are taking a page out of Amazon’s playbook
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Strength of largest retailers maintains inventory levels while rest struggle for stock
Big US retailers buoyed as consumers open wallets in face of inflationary pressure
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German recovery under threat; Warehouse space runs short; Retailers scramble to adapt
The shopping trend is surging as consumers worry that Covid-19 will delay shipments
Prices on US ecommerce websites are rising while holiday discounts dwindle, Adobe report says
IMF warns of need to be ‘very, very vigilant’ over rising inflation risks
Many large retailers have brought in goods ‘way ahead of time’ this year
Costumes, decorations and sweets are hot items as trick-or-treating resumes
And two readings of the strong dollar
Employers struggle to staff up for the holiday season as the number of unfilled jobs rises
Treasury yields rise after data show stronger online shopping and spending on apparel and home decor
Only way to end ‘vicious circle’ of shortages is for people to buy less, warns head of port operator
Rising freight costs and wage expectations pose dilemma for chains known for $1 products
Shift means many jobs lost during Covid crisis will not return, say experts
QR codes replace service staff and experts worry the shift could be permanent
GoLocal business would challenge Amazon fulfilment service as traditional retailers seek new revenue streams
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