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Retailers hope to get into your wallets sooner
Amy Scott Nov 28, 2011
Black Friday is not just a single day anymore, and neither is Cyber Monday. Retailers are rolling out promotions earlier.
The truth about why we buy
Tess Vigeland Nov 25, 2011
Author James Roberts discusses the motivations behind our shopping habits, and the relationship between money and happiness.
Retailers hope customer service trumps technologies
Stacey Vanek Smith Nov 23, 2011
As more and more consumers use smartphones and apps to find the best deals, brick and mortar retailers are ramping up customer service and expertise to gain an edge.
Recession meanz Heinz
Paddy Hirsch Nov 20, 2011
Squeezed by rising commodities prices and falling demand in the U.S., Heinz is responding by appealing to cost-conscious consumers
Job searches, style changes drive apparel sales
Paddy Hirsch Nov 16, 2011
Apparel sales are up, and this time it's men who are buying more. Retailers say the need to dress for job searches are driving men to shop more.
Retail analysts say consumers are dipping into savings
Steve Chiotakis Nov 15, 2011
NPD Group analyst Marshall Cohen says if debt deal isn't reached, consumers could pull back because of "distractions." But consumers will shop early -- and online.
The future of USPS, delivered by UPS
Nov 11, 2011
The CEO of UPS, Scott Davis, talks about the troubles of the U.S. Postal Service, and how it and the rest of economy is affecting the shipping business.
Economists say consumers will start spending
Matt Berger Nov 11, 2011
The Marketplace Daily Pulse is up today. The U.S. consumer - that beaten-down, bedraggled, hopeless character - seems to be getting a shot of opt...
Thursday is the new black
Jennifer Collins Nov 11, 2011
Walmart moved Black Friday up to Thursday night. Some dedicated shoppers must now choose between Thanksgiving dinner and bargain hunting.
Retailers introduce interactive 'shopping walls'
Stacey Vanek Smith Nov 10, 2011
Stores like Sears and Wal-Mart are debuting walls where shoppers can scan QR codes and make purchases with their phones.
