The online behemoth is reportedly looking for a physical experience to sell goods and facilitate returns and exchanges.
Overall retail sales fell 1.1 percent in July.
RILA calling on popular online marketplaces to take action.
Major retailers could soon bring back mask requirements.
Italian luxury brand also has its eye on a new Uptown New York location.
The NRF has revised its retail sales forecast upward.
A rebounding economy means more job openings in more sectors, and retail workers are taking advantage by seeking out less stressful jobs.
The National Retail Federation prediction was revised from its earlier numbers revealed in February.
Some workers have been harrassed when asking customers to comply with mask and social distancing rules.
The trend is expected to continue through the remainder of 2021.
‘NRF is optimistic that the recovery is accelerating and the needed rebuilding of the economy is underway.’
The figures 'reflect a very strong start for consumers and retailers.'
Many stores have had to close temporarily.
Consumers and retailers ‘demonstrated incredible resilience.’
The latest Mastercard SpendingPulse is out.
'Retailers are investing millions to fight these crimes.'
The season ‘will be unlike any other,’ according to the federation.
Retailers are ready with ‘deep discounts, robust inventory and … the best experiences possible.’
Chains that have made preparations include Tiffany, Macy's, Target and CVS.
Continued economic stimulus measures are needed, says one retail expert.
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