In news related to Chicago’s Groupon, BuyWithMe racked up a fifth acquisition with NY-focused ScoopSt - the weapon of choice here, against Groupon, is domestic purchases. Cartera and Barclays are joining forces to offer “points” rewards for shopping at certain merchants – certainly nothing new, but more competition for Groupon, according to Nasdaq; and direct mail is also a growing contender. Read on:
- BuyWithMe amps up its acquisitions with Scoop St. (Wall Street Journal)
- Two major banks join up to offer credit card rewards – more ammo against Groupon. (Nasdaq)
- That burden for postal carriers, direct mail is gaining ground on Groupon. (TheStreet)
- Only two stars? An anonymous current or former worker reviews Groupon as an employer. (Glassdoor)
- Today’s Deal: $240 for Spa Day at Blueberry Moon (a $480 value)