An old-fashioned general store exudes a timeless charm and a modern appeal. These character-rich buildings were historically a "one-stop" destination for rural or small-town residents shopping for the ...

7-Eleven's 7Collection is an example of an out-of-the-box approach to the category. Putting customers' needs first, 7-Eleven Inc. approaches the general merchandise category by examining which ...

If you look up the government's statistics on retailers, you'll find that most of the industry is listed under "general merchandise" and then subdivided further into a number of retail sectors.

Before the era of Wal-Mart, Dollar General and convenience stores, general stores were not only places to find much-needed staples but acted as community meeting halls where people shared news and ...

While online retail is undeniably capturing an ever-increasing share of the general merchandise category, there is still a market in brick-and-mortar stores for products that reinvigorate the category ...