COVID-19 will continue to affect U.S. consumer spending in 2021; and the length of the outbreak, the timing of vaccine distribution, corporate activity such as layoffs and potential government stimulus will all likely influence consumer sentiment around opening their pocketbooks, according to the outlook Fitch Ratings released in December.

The planned rebranding saves potential jobs and creates turnkey franchise opportunities

The usernames and passwords of 535,022, and another 5,034 New Jerseyans’ Social Security numbers and/or Taxpayer Identification Numbers were compromised in the network attack.

Deal unlocks over 4.1 million square feet of Tier 1 distribution space, creating key efficiencies.

The target has been the Montvale-based paint manufacturer's exclusive distribution partner for the past five years.

Isaac Silvera leads the finance, supply chain, real estate, information technology and e-commerce teams, and plays a key role in driving new initiatives and strategy.

The deal includes 243 bricks-and-mortar stores, two distribution facilities, an e-commerce business and a corporate office in Alameda, Calif.

The purchase price includes expected tax benefits valued at $20 million for a net after-tax purchase price of $625 million.

The delivery station at 377 Roosevelt Avenue will create more than 200 associate jobs, all paying at least $15.00 per hour, in addition to hundreds of driver opportunities for Amazon’s Delivery Service Partners and Amazon Flex drivers.

New Jersey associates received a little extra in their Nov. 25 paychecks following the company's strong third-quarter business performance.

Retailers weighed in on sales, traffic and their optimism. The takeaway? While the global pandemic has made an indelible mark, there are some brighter-than-expected results.