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Hasbro And The ‘Lost Year’ For Toys
 

Since the demise of Toys R Us, it seems everyone who is anyone in retail (and beyond) is trying to dip a toe into the toy business. And yet for all the excitement, toy brands like Hasbro are struggling and seeing their sales and earnings take a hit. Some analysts are calling 2018 the "lost year" for toys — but Hasbro's CEO Brian Goldner still has high hopes for a big finish to a difficult year.

 
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Snack Shops Run Lean By Tapping Into Delivery Platforms
 

Delivery-only restaurants have tapped into on-demand platforms, and now shops are applying the concept to other consumables. Take Canada’s Snacko, which is using multiple services, from Uber Eats to Canada-based SkipTheDishes. Snacko Founder and Owner Connor McPhail tells PYMNTS why this business model allows the company to run lean and scale quickly.  Read More...

 
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McDonald’s Beats Q3 Estimates Amid Kiosk, Delivery Initiatives
 

The McDonald’s Q3 2018 earnings surpassed estimates, buoyed by digital initiatives such as self-serve kiosks and delivery that led to higher tickets. At the same time, the quick-service restaurant (QSR) plans to bring delivery to thousands more locations. Executives say the move capitalizes on its global footprint — and the close proximity of its locations to consumersRead More...

 
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The Hidden Costs Of Digitization
 

With every benefit comes a cost — in payments, retail, commerce and financial services, there are few free advancements. These days, it seems like for every new online customer, there’s a fraudster hoping to steal their identity. But digitization is marching on — and those that don’t reap the rewards of moving forward face the very real risks of lagging behind.  Read More...

 
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