Walmart Staffed up for Holidays; US Retailers Cautious about Economy
Walmart signaled it has enough staff for the holidays, in another sign that top U.S. retailers, fearing a seasonal shopping slowdown, are holding off on the typical hiring sprees for the peak period.
"We're staffed and ready to serve the customers this holiday season," Maren Dollwet Wagonner, senior vice-president of people, said in a LinkedIn post last week. "We've been hiring throughout the year to be sure we are ready to serve customers however they want to shop."
Stores needing extra hands will offer workers additional hours and hire...
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