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Main Street Rebounds as Neighborhood Shops Find New Ways to Grow
Shoppers Return to Stores as Retail Spending Beats Forecasts
In-person retail had its strongest month since spring, led by apparel and home goods.
Mid-Size Firms Bet on Four-Day Weeks to Win Talent
A growing number of companies say shorter weeks have cut turnover without hurting output.
Logistics Startups Race to Shorten the Last Mile
Neighborhood micro-hubs are cutting delivery times and costs in dense cities.
Family-Owned Brands Turn to Subscriptions for Steady Revenue
Monthly boxes and memberships are giving small makers more predictable income.
Corner Cafés Turn Into Daytime Workspaces as Offices Empty
Owners are adding outlets, quiet corners and lunch deals for remote workers.
Secondhand Retail Grows Into a Mainstream Business
Resale shops are opening on busy high streets and drawing younger shoppers.