#Retail theft could lead Walmart to close stores, raise prices

#Retail theft could lead Walmart to close stores, raise prices

“Retail theft could lead Walmart to close stores, raise prices” Shoplifting has gotten so bad at Walmart stores that the retail giant may shutter locations in areas where local governments are taking a soft-on-crime approach, the company’s boss said. CEO Doug McMillon, who has led Walmart since 2015, confirmed the retailer has experienced an increase…

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#US companies dictate minimum prices on goods to retailers, shoppers left with fewer discounts

#US companies dictate minimum prices on goods to retailers, shoppers left with fewer discounts

“US companies dictate minimum prices on goods to retailers, shoppers left with fewer discounts” Shoppers will find fewer discounts on everything from toys to tortillas as companies increasingly set minimum prices on their goods to maintain profits and limit price cutting by retailers like Walmart and Amazon. For many years, manufacturers set the lowest price at which…

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#Target blames ‘organized’ crime for 0M loss in profits

#Target blames ‘organized’ crime for $400M loss in profits

“Target blames ‘organized’ crime for $400M loss in profits” Target said it has lost a whopping $400 million in profits this year thanks to organized gangs of shoplifters who have been systematically stealing merchandise from its discount stores. “At Target, year-to-date, incremental shortage has already reduced our gross margin by more than $400 million vs….

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#’Might be in for soft landing after all:’ Retail sales rise more than expected in October

#’Might be in for soft landing after all:’ Retail sales rise more than expected in October

“‘Might be in for soft landing after all:’ Retail sales rise more than expected in October” Retail sales increased more than expected in October as households stepped up purchases of motor vehicles and a range of other goods, suggesting consumer spending picked up early in the fourth quarter, which could help to support the economy. The solid retail sales reported…

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