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The “Dark Art” of E-mails from Retailers

Posted on December 19, 2012 by bermanevansretail

Retailers are working very diligently to get shoppers to react to their E-mail offers — in an environment where people often view such e-mail as spam or junk. As Elizabeth Holmes reports for the Wall Street Journal: “The first one … Continue reading →

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Wal-Mart’s Bribery Case in Mexico

Posted on December 18, 2012 by bermanevansretail

The investigation into bribery in Mexico involving Wal-Mart executives in that country (see our earlier post for some background on the matter) continues unabated. Today, a cover story by David Barstow and Alejandra Xanic von Bertrab, that appears in the NY … Continue reading →

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Holiday Shopping Tips for YOU!!

Posted on December 10, 2012 by bermanevansretail

Every year, I offer a list of holiday shopping tips intended to help shoppers avoid being ripped off or overspending their budget. Click here to read this year’s tips: Holiday Shopping Tips for Consumers December 12  

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