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Liz Rodbell to take over as president and CEO of Hudson's Bay

Liz Rodbell to take over as president and CEO of Hudson's Bay

TORONTO — Hudson's Bay says Liz Rodbell will take over as president and CEO of the company, returning to the helm after serving as president from 2013 to 2017. The Canadian retail arm of Hudson's Bay Co.
Black Friday sales hit $4.1 billion, top last year's numbers: Shopify

Black Friday sales hit $4.1 billion, top last year's numbers: Shopify

OTTAWA — Shopify Inc. says this year's Black Friday sales across its merchants were 22 per cent higher than the year before. The Ottawa-based e-commerce company says businesses using its software made $4.1 billion in sales on Black Friday.
In an era of rapidly changing social media, classic approaches work best for businesses

In an era of rapidly changing social media, classic approaches work best for businesses

Strong strategy, due diligence and overall caution are classic approaches that stand the test of time.
Inflation, longer sales season weigh on shopping habits this Black Friday

Inflation, longer sales season weigh on shopping habits this Black Friday

TORONTO — Gerick Abaca strolled the CF Toronto Eaton Centre on Friday morning gripping three shopping bags brimming with purchases he hoped would delight his family members this holiday season.
Vancouver's MEC plans to double store count by 2029

Vancouver's MEC plans to double store count by 2029

U.S. firm bought the venture out of creditor protection during the pandemic
Daiya Foods shakes up executive team

Daiya Foods shakes up executive team

Hajime Fujita replaces Michael Watt as CEO
Seven ways to avoid the spending hangover ahead of the holidays

Seven ways to avoid the spending hangover ahead of the holidays

People accustomed to buying for many family and friends may need to reduce their list to stay on budget this year.
Do your research for Black Friday, because not every deal is a good one, experts warn

Do your research for Black Friday, because not every deal is a good one, experts warn

The barrage of Black Friday advertisements might have many tempted to whip out their wallets, but experts caution against unnecessary discretionary purchases this year amid inflation and the skyrocketing cost of living.
Black Friday, Cyber Monday shoppers to focus on quality, timing this year: experts

Black Friday, Cyber Monday shoppers to focus on quality, timing this year: experts

TORONTO — For Harley Finkelstein, Black Friday and Cyber Monday are akin to the Super Bowl. Staff at his e-commerce software company Shopify Inc.
Christmas shoppers warned of holiday cyberscams

Christmas shoppers warned of holiday cyberscams

"Fraudsters and identity thieves don’t take time off for the holidays."
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