One has to admire companies whose revenue comes from discretionary consumer spending, yet are booming in this economy.
Take, for example, a Chicago company that is experiencing head-over-heels growth because of what they’ve done to fit the times we’re in. No, not Groupon – even though they would certainly qualify.
The Institute for Supply Management’s prices-paid index jumped to 81.5 in January, the highest level in more than two years, reflecting climbing costs for metals, chemicals and even soybean oil, the Tempe, Arizona-based group said today.
“One way stores attempt to beat this price-comparison game [while in a store, using smartphones to check online for better prices elsewhere] is by stocking products that manufacturers have slightly modified exclusively for them, signaling the phone that no other store has the product.”
Phone Wielding Shoppers Strike Fear Into Retailers
Steve was a character, a car nut, which might explain why he loved and tolerated that pony car. A ’66 Ford Mustang convertible, shined till its glossy red paint seemed thin in spots. Comfortable enough inside, with off-white leather seats and matching gearshift knob. I hopped into the shotgun seat for a drive, top down, through the Catskills’ twisty scenic roads. Steve q
An Obstacle to Sales Growth?
Americans of all ages and income brackets continue to grow increasingly unhappy at work - a long-term trend that should be a red flag to employers, according to a report released January 5 by The Conference Board.