JCPenney Looks Into Debt Restructure | Building Boxed Bikes On Demand | Toys R Us Returns

In the gig economy, early payment — not just ease or speed — can be a competitive differentiator. According to a new PYMNTS study, 1.2 million retail gig workers have received pay advances, totaling $66 billion. What does this mean for retail as the industry shifts from offline to online? Read More...

Tru Kids is bringing the Toys R Us brand back to brick-and-mortar life with experiential small-format stores, while Dean & DeLuca continues to struggle due to increasing competition. How are the new Toys R Us stores designed around immersive experiences, and how many Dean & DeLuca stores remain? Read this week’s Retail Pulse to find out. Read More...

For Credit Unions, Data As Competitive Advantage

For credit unions, data offers a way to remain competitive – but that data has to be analyzed effectively. Investing in technology and analytics is crucial to cementing “sticky” relationships with CUs and their members. Read More...