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Small business retailers are facing a holiday season like no other. Three owners share how they’re preparing for the shopping season.
Retail sales growth slowed even as retailers offered early holiday discounts online and in stores.
Walmart is converting 42 warehouses that normally ship products to its stores so they can also fulfill online orders.
Hiring is down overall, but up for e-commerce jobs. Warehouse and shelf-stocking jobs have tripled compared to past years.
People stuck at home bought toys, games, puzzles and more. Analysts expect that trend will continue through the holidays.
Retail sales jumped nearly 2% in September, but it’s hard to exactly say why.
Holiday shopping is early and mostly online this year, experts say. Avoiding supply-chain delays is part of the reason.
The thing is, it’s cheaper for retailers when you shop in-store.
The retailer missed the mark on electronics and toy sales.
With more consumers shopping online, the in-store experience remains crucial to keeping brick-and-mortar alive.
