#Amazon touts record holiday shopping sales amid COVID-19

#Amazon touts record holiday shopping sales amid COVID-19

“#Amazon touts record holiday shopping sales amid COVID-19” Amazon says it’s kicked off its “largest holiday shopping season” ever as the coronavirus pandemic leads more consumers to buy their gifts online. In a blog post Tuesday, the e-commerce colossus said independent merchants on its platform raked in more than $4.8 billion in sales from Black…

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#Pandemic calls off Christmas markets in Europe

#Pandemic calls off Christmas markets in Europe

“#Pandemic calls off Christmas markets in Europe” BERLIN — The European plazas where people would usually gather at crowded stalls to partake in hot mulled wine, gingerbread, sausages and other delicacies are just empty squares. Christmas markets, a cherished tradition in Germany and neighboring countries have joined the long list of annual traditions that were…

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#Small Business Saturday is more important than ever now

#Small Business Saturday is more important than ever now

“#Small Business Saturday is more important than ever now” Struggling mom and pop owners are desperately hoping for a shot in the arm during Small Businesses Saturday’s annual shopping event, but early reports of lackluster Black Friday sales are dampening expectations, as the coronavirus continues to surge in the boroughs. Steve Bulger, Regional Administrator of…

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