Retail

Business

ETFs are outpacing mutual funds despite market volatility. Are rookie retail investors at risk?

Canadian investors are putting more of their money into exchange-traded funds (ETFs), according to recent data, even as the U.S.-led trade…

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Tech

Is this robot after our hospitality, retail and healthcare jobs?

As you go about your daily routine, whether it’s dining out at a restaurant, seeking medical assistance at a healthcare…

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US Election 2024

State AGs warn retail giant Costco for doubling down on ‘discriminatory’ DEI

Attorneys general in 19 states are taking a stand against what they see as unlawful discrimination imposed by Costco through…

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Nova Scotia

Q&A: Halifax Regional Police chief talks about 2025-26 budget, domestic violence, retail theft

societal response. And it’s not just about the police. It’s about community support, mental health services, and a whole range…

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Business

Frank And Oak seeks creditor protection while Ricki’s and Cleo shutter stores in retail shakeup

Montreal-based retailer Frank And Oak has filed for creditor protection for the second time this decade, seeking relief from $71…

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Nova Scotia

A look at what happened in the Halifax-area retail sector in 2024

Halifax’s retail sector has seen continued growth in 2024, with more businesses opening than closing, according to local business observer…

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World

Ambani’s Reliance Jio IPO set for 2025, retail debut much later 

On November 4, 2024, Reuters broke the news that Indian business magnate Mukesh Ambani is aiming for a 2025 listing…

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Business

‘Christmas creep’ is here as the retail season starts early. But is it about consumerism or comfort?

If you’re a parent of young kids, chances are you’ve already purchased matching family Christmas pyjamas. Stores typically start carrying…

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World

Retail spending fell in March as consumers pull back

Washington, DC CNN  —  Spending at US retailers fell in March as consumers pulled back after the banking crisis fueled…

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Canada

July boost in Canadian retail sales welcome, but more rate cuts needed: analysts

Canadian retail sales edged up in July, but economists say it will take further interest rate cuts to spark lasting activity.…

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