Many outlets have removed chairs and benches, potentially boosting profits. But some shoppers won’t stand for it.
Downtown Boston has more restaurants and bars now than it did before the pandemic. Retail stores, meanwhile, are still struggling.
Bed Bath & Beyond is seeking a reverse split, a sign that a company is not confident that its stock will rise on its own, one expert says.
It’s a matter of directing heavy foot traffic, experts say.
The company’s business model was prepared it for the online sales boom of the pandemic. Now half its revenue comes from in-person sales.
Individual businesses and local governments can still set their own rules for whether masks are required.
Many are discount chains occupying newly vacant space. Some stores offer experiences only available in person.
New data gives a peek at what the post-pandemic economy might look like.
Retail sales numbers fell by more than 16% in April. For clothing retailers, they were down by 79%.
Are retailers shedding space because they have too much or because they’re not giving customers the best store experience?
