  | July 12, 2011 | News for the retail industry |  |  | |
- Insurer objects to covering retailers' ZIP code lawsuits
Hartford Financial Services is objecting to efforts by some retail chains to use their liability insurance policies to pay costs associated with a host of privacy lawsuits stemming from merchants' collection of customers' ZIP codes. Retailers in California that routinely collected ZIP codes from credit-card users are facing a slew of privacy lawsuits since the state Supreme Court's February ruling that ZIP codes qualify as personal identification. The Wall Street Journal (tiered subscription model) (7/12)       | Heard the buzz about advertising on Facebook but not sure where to get started? We interviewed Facebook's Director of Monetization for 5 must-have tips on how to achieve success using Facebook's Ad Platform. Download the whitepaper today!. |
 - Retail hiring patterns follow cyclical shifts
Clothing and accessories stores added 1,800 jobs in June while department stores cut 1,500 positions, according to Labor Department figures. The differences are the result of several factors, including cyclical differences that have specialty stores making up now for deep cuts made during the depths of the recession, analysts and economists say. Women's Wear Daily (subscription required) (7/11) - Older toys target a new generation of parents
Some toymakers are hoping to capitalize on the warm and fuzzy feelings adults still have for their childhood playthings by introducing updated versions. Colorforms will have its 60th anniversary this year, and University Games will use that milestone as a springboard to promote the game as a beloved tradition that parents should pass on to their children. The New York Times (tiered subscription model) (7/11) - Small but loyal band keeps indie video stores afloat
A number of New York City's independent video stores are staying in business and in the black thanks to a small but loyal segment of the population that, for reasons ranging from Internet-phobia to tradition, are passing on Netflix and other online services in favor of face-to-face interactions. "It's more important for me to walk in and say hello and get a recommendation on a movie and feel like my $3 makes a difference," said actress and Video Cafe patron Cameron Miller. The Wall Street Journal (tiered subscription model) (7/12)  | Could your CRM deliver better ROI?
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 - Amazon expands MyHabit to 50 countries
Amazon said its flash-sale fashion site MyHabit has begun shipping to 50 countries in Europe, Asia and the Americas. MyHabit launched in early May as a rival to members-only fashion sites including Gilt Groupe and HauteLook. InternetRetailer.com (7/11)  | Get Seen During the Busy Holiday Season
Learn how Magellan boosted prominence and position within search results on leading retail sites during the critical holiday season. Download this free case study and see how you can secure premium digital shelf space and increase clicks and sales at the point of purchase. |
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 | NRF News |  |  | | - How offering free Wi-Fi can catapult your sales
With smartphone use growing among consumers, more retailers are offering free Wi-Fi in stores and restaurants. On July 14 at 1 p.m. ET, join a STORES Knowledge Series webinar to hear Retail Systems Research's Paula Rosenblum discuss RSR's research on how wireless can build brand awareness and support a variety of retailer initiatives. Learn more. - Retail container traffic remains flat, but upturn is expected
Import cargo volume is at about the same levels as last summer but is expected to resume increases in the fall, according to the monthly Global Port Tracker report released today by NRF and Hackett Associates. "The increases in import volume expected this fall are a clear sign that retailers are confident consumer demand will be there in the fourth quarter," said NRF Vice President for Supply Chain and Customs Policy Jonathan Gold. Read more.
| Chain Restaurant News | | | | - Starbucks introduces Bistro Box meals
Starbucks is introducing Bistro Boxes containing small meals with fewer than 500 calories as part of an effort to offer items in smaller portions and with fewer calories. Starbucks recently launched smaller-sized desserts, while Kraft introduced portion-controlled packaging for SnackWell's, and Coke rolled out smaller cans. USA TODAY (7/11)  | |  | | | | |  |  Merchant Opportunities | Kohl's | Milwaukee, WI | | Retail Management | Jerry's Home Improvement Center | Eugene/Springfield, OR | | New Account Sales Representative | One Step Retail Solutions | Nationwide, United States | | Saks Fifth Avenue - Sales Associate - Career Day July 21st | Saks Fifth Avenue | Boston, MA | | Applications Manager-Distribution & Transportation | PetSmart | Phoenix, AZ | | Store Manager - Bealls | Bealls | Orlando, FL | | Senior Manager, Training & Development | Total Wine & More | Potomac, MD | | Manager Replenishment & Allocations | Five Below | Philadelphia, PA | | Merchandise Planner Analyst | Headquarters Marine Corps MWR & Business Operations | Quantico, VA | | Senior Merchandise Planner Administrator | Headquarters Marine Corps | Quantico, VA | | EH&S Manager | Vera Bradley Designs | Fort Wayne, IN | | Store Manager (Deploy) | Army & Air Force Exchange Service | Dallas, TX | | Manager IS Data Center & Windows | PetSmart | Phoenix, AZ | | Store Infrastructure Architect | PetSmart | Phoenix, AZ | | Fashion Buyer | Target | Minneapolis, MN | | Project Manager | Limited Brands | Columbus, OH | | | |  | |  |
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Wal-Mart, Kroger and Target continue to reign as the top U.S. retailers, but companies such as Amazon.com and Apple are quickly gaining ground. 
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