Bloomberg Amazon.com Inc. will hold a second Prime Day sale on October 11 and October 12 to boost sales among cost-conscious consumers who are expected to start their holiday shopping even earlier this year. This marks the first time the e-commerce giant has hosted the event twice in the same year. Retailers are bracing for a lackluster holiday that …

  Bloomberg Walmart Inc. is making its first move into the metaverse. The retailer will unveil two immersive experiences on Roblox Corp.’s virtual platform. Walmart Land will feature fashion, beauty and entertainment items, while Walmart’s Universe of Play will showcase toys, the company announced. Walmart follows companies from Nike Inc. to VF Corp. in a bid to get consumers’ attention …

  Bloomberg Britain’s Doncaster Sheffield Airport will close due to a lack of “tangible proposals” for its future ownership and financial viability. Owner Peel Group Ltd. conducted a strategic review of the airport and will wind down services from Oct. 31, it said Monday. Peel pointed to high fixed costs and uncertainty over future income in saying it couldn’t responsibly …