UK economic bounceback in May far slower than anticipated
The British economy grew by far less than anticipated during May, dampening hopes that the recovery from what is set to be one of the country’s deepest recessions in centuries…
Virus fuels pot industry’s push for online sales, delivery
Colorado has made online sales of recreational marijuana legal during the coronavirus pandemic, fulfilling one of the pot industry’s biggest wishes By THOMAS PEIPERT Associated Press April 13, 2020, 9:30…
Stores try to stay relevant while their doors are closed
NEW YORK — Long before there was a global coronavirus pandemic, brick-and-mortar retailers struggled to get people to walk through their doors instead of shopping online. Now those retailers are…
Utah sends employees to Mexico for lower prescription prices
SALT LAKE CITY — Ann Lovell had never owned a passport before last year. Now, the 62-year-old teacher is a frequent flier, traveling every few months to Tijuana, Mexico, to…
SINGAPORE: Changing consumer preferences to help boost the economy
Shoppers in Southeast Asia are developing a taste for greater sophistication and quality. Observers said such changing consumer preferences are set to provide … source
Online shopping gaining popularity in India
The online fashion retail industry in India is booming as the idea of e-commerce catches on. While books and electronics remain the popular online purchases, the fashion and lifestyle segment……
TAIWAN: Economy to enjoy greatest GDP growth in three years
Taiwan’s economy is set to enjoy its biggest growth in three years, with authorities projecting GDP growth of 2.8 percent in 2014. It is a big change from 2013’s slow…