The retail sector plays a key role in bridging production and consumption, and as a result has significant direct and indirect effects on the Canadian economy. The Retail Council of Canada (RCC) has partnered with Industry Canada to undertake the first Canadian State of Retail report. This unique analysis is intended to help Canadian retail sector executives as well as decision makers enhance their understanding of current market trends, the strategic significance of retail sector innovation and practices that improve business competitiveness across industries.1 Retail Sales in Canada increased 7 percent in April of 2017 over the same month in the previous year. Retail Sales YoY in Canada averaged 4.52 percent from 1992 until 2017, reaching …show more content…
It is the nation’s largest seller of groceries with category sales of $170 billion last year, and the category is key to driving store visits and customer loyalty. Walmart has been investing in click-and-collect programs, stand-alone grocery pick-up sites and is even testing an automated kiosk for 24-hour pick-up. “This puts massive pressure on Walmart to have Jet fulfill grocery out of Walmart stores, but they need drivers to do this,” said Carmel. “Does this mean that Walmart could swoop up cart in retaliation?” (Whole Foods is an investor in cart, which provides curbside pick-up and delivery services for retailers including Whole …show more content…
This company uses good pricing strategies to keep consumers walking in their door and to keep profits increasing. The Wal-Mart has stayed true to its roots by continuing to offer everyday low prices. Fortunately for them, they have opened up multiple stores all over the world and are the world’s largest retail store. Wal-Mart Corporation will continue to be around for many years to come. They will continue serving the community in a positive way. Although they have faced legal and ethical issues, it is not something uncommon for companies. Hopefully, the company will continue to grow and learn in the industry and keep lawsuits/ethical issues out of the