"Retail Giants' Strategies to Outsmart the Surge in Theft"

Despite the rise in retail theft, retailers such as Costco, Lowe's, Best Buy, and Tractor Supply have managed to minimize its impact on their businesses. These companies share similarities in their strategies to combat theft, including store location in suburban or rural areas, the sale of big and heavy merchandise that is difficult to steal discreetly, secure displays that require customer assistance, and limited self-checkout options. These tactics have helped these retailers maintain lower incidents of theft and mitigate the effects of retail theft on their profits.