Mario Toneguzzi

1 day ago | retail-insider.com | Mario Toneguzzi

In a world where unpredictability has become the norm, retailers are adapting with tech-first strategies to navigate everything from trade wars and tariffs to inflation and supply chain issues. “Retailers almost live in a constant state of uncertainty,” says Mikhail Ishkhanov, Senior Director of Product Strategy and Sales Enablement at SOTI.

1 day ago | canadasentrepreneur.com | Mario Toneguzzi

Canada’s economy continues to face a tug-of-war between slowing growth and stubborn inflation, with the Bank of Canada opting to hold interest rates steady for the second consecutive time. According to economist, keynote speaker and author Todd Hirsch, the decision reflects a cautious approach as policymakers weigh conflicting signals in a fragile economic environment.

1 day ago | canadasentrepreneur.com | Mario Toneguzzi

KPMG said the survey finds that 53 per cent are investing in infrastructure modifications to withstand extreme weather. This might include retrofitting buildings to be more heat-resistant, embracing adaptive architecture, or incorporating permeable materials and green infrastructure to manage stormwater runoff and reduce flooding, says Ms. Davé. 78 per cent are investing in data, analytics and technology solutions to identify, monitor or mitigate climate risk.

1 day ago | canadasentrepreneur.com | Mario Toneguzzi

The recent closure of Hudson’s Bay stores across Canada has left a significant mark on the country’s retail landscape — not just for shoppers, but for landlords, developers, and the retail industry at large. According to retail analyst Bruce Winder, the shutdown of these iconic department stores signals more than just the end of a familiar brand. It’s the latest in a series of retail exits, following the likes of Sears, Target, and Nordstrom.

2 days ago | retail-insider.com | Mario Toneguzzi

RONA inc., one of Canada’s leading home improvement retailers, operating and servicing some 425 corporate and affiliated stores, is once again this year lending a helping hand to communities affected by forest fires in Western Canada. Until June 30, RONA+ and RONA corporate stores in Alberta, Manitoba and Saskatchewan will be collecting donations for victims of the forest fires that have been raging in these provinces over the past few days.