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Smartphones are the new speedometers: an experiment
In which our editor in chief drives around the US testing Google Driving’s new speedometer feature and generally saving a lot of money in … ›
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Foxconn rides the tariffs storm, for now
TAIPEI (Reuters) – Taiwan’s Foxconn, which makes smartphones for Apple and other brands, reported a 2.5% fall in quarterly profit on … ›
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The intersection of technology and war
Pursuing big questions is part of the MIT ethos, says Fiona Cunningham PhD ’19. “Walking through the Infinite Corridor, you can see what … ›
Market TrendsMore Market Trends articles ›
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52% of retailers feel ill-prepared to support emerging mobile tech, study says
AI, chatbots and AR/VR are supported by just 9% of retailers, and a lack of integration could hinder customer engagement. … ›
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EBay buys minority stake in Paytm Mall
The investment gives the marketplace access to an audience of more than 450 million customers. … ›
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Macy’s earnings beat estimates as retailer raises forecast with hopes for strong holiday
Macy's on Wednesday reported quarterly earnings that topped analysts' expectations, saying strong digital sales boosted results, while the … ›
Omni ChannelMore Omni Channel articles ›
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Southeast Asia’s e-commerce growth is still accelerating, says Alibaba-backed Lazada
Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba may have recorded its slowest ever annual growth rate for its Singles Day shopping extravaganza this year, … ›
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US Christmas sales predicted to surpass $1 trillion for the first time this year
Total retail sales in the U.S will hit $1.002 trillion during the Christmas holiday period, marking the "strongest growth since 2011," … ›
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BRIEF Macy’s, Facebook debut holiday pop-up shops
Facebook on Monday opened a small business pop-up at nine Macy's stores — in New York City; Pittsburgh; Atlanta; Fort Lauderdale, … ›
PerishablesMore Perishables articles ›
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Chilean citrus exports hit new record
Chilean citrus exports reached 358,570 tonnes in the 2018 season, an increase of 32 per cent on the previous campaign, according to figures … ›
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GMT welcomes first Moroccan citrus vessel
The first pallets of Moroccan citrus product landed in Gloucester City, New Jersey on Friday under a new shipping partnership serving the … ›
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Soybean growers think inside the (shipping) box to reach new markets
An anticipated 35-year record bumper crop of U.S. soybeans and loss of sales to China has growers looking at using containers rather than … ›
SourcingMore Sourcing articles ›
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US$200bn China US tariffs set
On 17 September, US President Donald Trump announced a further US$200bn of import tariffs on Chinese goods will be ready to implement on 24 … ›
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Home Depot beats earnings estimates and raises sales outlook as consumers keep spending on homes
Home Depot reported quarterly earnings that beat analysts' expectations and raised its sales outlook for the full year, showing little sign … ›
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Amazon and ASOS quizzed by lawmakers over ‘fast fashion’ sustainability
Lawmakers in the U.K. have questioned online "fast fashion" retailers about the impact of their production processes on workers and the … ›
TechnologyMore Technology articles ›
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Ford and Walmart collaborate to design automated-vehicle delivery
Ford Motor , Walmart , and delivery service Postmates will collaborate to design a service for delivering groceries and other goods to … ›
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Nike opens new flagship store in NYC with customized sneakers, digital shopping
Nike has opened a new cutting-edge, 68,000 square foot flagship store in New York City that executives hope will change the way consumers … ›
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Kroger names Cincinnati the first US city to open an Ocado automated warehouse
Grocery giant Kroger announced Monday that Monroe, Ohio, a suburb outside of Cincinnati, will be the home of its first Ocado customer … ›