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The article highlights Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD) in Illinois as a thriving 24-hour cargo hub, consistently ranked among the top US airports for freight volumes. Initially bolstered by UPS and now home to operators like Amazon and Maersk Air Cargo, RFD aims to evolve into an e-commerce center of excellence. It states that with expansions in infrastructure and digital capabilities, RFD is strategically positioned to capitalize on growing demands.

Crafts retailer Joann Inc. is considering filing for bankruptcy in order to reduce its debt and give control of the company to lenders, according to sources. The company has been in talks with lenders to secure additional capital and is seeking enough support to quickly exit Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Joann has faced challenges in maintaining liquidity and managing inventory levels, and its shares have lost 85% of their value in the past year. This move is part of a trend among retailers seeking to strengthen their finances, including The Children's Place Inc., Express Inc., and Big Lots Inc. [Extracted from the article]

Bestway Retail is a company that offers different fascia brands to independent retailers. They have criteria for becoming a member, including a minimum weekly spend that varies by brand. There is no cost to become a member, and they offer customized financial packages to suit the needs of the business. Bestway Retail does not offer exclusivity but works with planning tools to identify the best opportunities for each retailer. They have minimum drop requirements for each brand, and retailers can place orders online or through their apps. Bestway Retail offers their own-label range, as well as access to Co-op own-label products for Costcutter stores. They have multiple options for fresh produce and chilled and frozen foods, and they support retailers with comprehensive advertising and marketing packages. They offer a complete promotional program and provide category management help to their customers. Bestway Retail is the home of choice for entrepreneurial retailers. They have a range of store sizes and turnovers, and they have over 4,000 stores in the UK. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the Convenience retailers are growing their footprints at a rapid pace. Topics discussed include Sheetz Inc. opened its first store in Columbus, Ohio; Kwik Trip Inc. announced plans to move into both North Dakota and South Dakota with new construction; and Kum & Go LC announced plans to open stores in Utah and Michigan for the first time; and both QuikTrip Corp. and Buc-ee's reported moves into Tennessee.

The article focuses on the challenges faced by traditional brick-and-mortar retailers as consumer behavior shifts towards online shopping. Topics include the importance of adapting to the online world, the launch of a free video training program by Shaun Pearce to enhance digital presence, and the benefits of e-commerce for retailers in reaching a broader customer base and ensuring survival in today's retail environment.

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(Bloomberg) -- High street bellweather Next Plc's update this morning offers a window for those monitoring the wallets of the British consumer. Despite dire consumer confidence and falling retail sales, the company reported a better than expected Christmas trading period, prompting it to raise its profit outlook. [Extracted from the article]

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We aim to pair the right Bestway brand and offer with each retailer. We are the home of choice for the entrepreneurial retailer. factfile Average store size: Bestway Retail stores range from 500sq ft to 6,000sq ft Average store turnover: Bestway Retail stores range from £8,000 to more than £100,000 a week Number of UK retail members: Bestway Retail has more than 4,000 stores Names of all UK fascias: Best-one, Costcutter, Bargain Booze retailer snapshot Owner: Fabio Finocchiaro Store name: Costcutter Location: Warwick University Number of years as a member: 25 years Turnover before and after membership: £97,000 a week before, £178,000 after. We support our retailers with comprehensive advertising and marketing packages to drive footfall into stores and increase basket spend. [Extracted from the article]

Bojan Bajic is the Head of Marketing at Infinum, a New York-based agency that helps companies transform their business with digital products. Poor management of out-of-stock products Managing your product inventory and updating your online store accordingly is essential to maintain a positive customer relationship. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the retail industry in the U.S. as of 2013, reporting that some retail companies such as Walmart, Best Buy, and Target required some employees to work on the Thanksgiving Day holiday in anticipation of the Black Friday retail event.

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PARIS French retail activity picked up over the weekend as the all-important holiday spending season kicked off with the reopening of stores across the country following a month of coronavirus lockdowns. Retailers in Paris and other parts of the country have had a series of difficult holiday seasons. [Extracted from the article]

Pubs have been forced to flex their operational muscles during these testing times and some have decided to take on the supermarkets by opening shops on-site [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The article reports that the government of Andhra Pradesh, India has launched a new trade policy. Topics discussed include flexibility for retailers in terms of opening hours, involvement of part-time employees and providing electronic bills; aim of the policy to increase investments in the retail industry and investments by several retail brands such as Future Group and Walmart.

The article offers news briefs on issues related to garden retail industry as of May 2012 to June 2012. Terra Firma Ltd. has purchased Garden Centre Group for 276 million pounds. The British government has given a Sunday trading extension beyond six hours from July 22, 2012 for the Olympic Games. Sales of water butt have increased by 600%.

The article discusses the controversy over the decision of the West Side Market in Cleveland, Ohio to open for business on Sundays. Topics include the establishment of the market in 1912, Cleveland Mayor Frank Jackson's revitalization of the market in time for the city's centennial celebration, and a petition by some vendors to close the market on Sundays. Also mentioned is a study by the U.S. Department of Labor which found that many Americans prefer to do their grocery shopping on Saturdays.

The article reports that the Rue des Francs-Bourgeois in the Marais neighborhood of Paris, France is home to fourteen retail shops selling perfumes, cosmetics, and makeup. The area is notable for its ability to stay open on Sundays because it has been designate an international tourist zone. Stores include Bobbi Brown, Guerlain, and MAC Cosmetics.

The article discusses the impact of a winter storm spanning across the U.S. from Texas to Tennessee on the retail industry. Topics include the closing of 38 stores for the department store chain Belk, the shortened business hours of several locations of the luxury department store Neiman Marcus, and the closing of all public schools in the Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas area.

The article presents information on the influence of longer business hours for Fridays for the retail industry of St. Gallen, Switzerland due to a soccer match.