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Macy's will test free same-day delivery in select markets for online orders over $75 - here's where you can get it
- Macy's is rolling out a free same-day delivery pilot program in 30 markets beginning on October 1, according to Retail Dive.
- The offer will be available for a limited time and allows shoppers to receive free same-day delivery on online orders placed before noon Monday through Saturday, as well as before 10 a.m. on Sunday.
- Macy's is the latest retailer to test a same-day delivery service, part of an e…
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