Retail & Manufacturing

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.

Nov 28, 2023 1:39 PM Read more >

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.

Nov 27, 2023 7:11 AM Read more >

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.

Nov 24, 2023 10:00 PM Read more >

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.

Nov 24, 2023 11:23 AM Read more >

Vancouver's MEC plans to double store count by 2029

U.S. firm bought the venture out of creditor protection during the pandemic

Nov 22, 2023 8:00 AM Read more >

Daiya Foods shakes up executive team

Hajime Fujita replaces Michael Watt as CEO

Nov 21, 2023 3:30 PM Read more >

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.

Nov 21, 2023 10:30 AM Read more >

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.

Nov 21, 2023 7:00 AM Read more >

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.

Nov 20, 2023 4:15 PM Read more >

Christmas shoppers warned of holiday cyberscams

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

Nov 20, 2023 2:00 AM Read more >