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Swipe fees could cost consumers this holiday season
December 21, 2023
The swipe fees banks charge retailers to process credit card purchases could cost consumers nearly $20 billion in higher prices this holiday season.
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Influencers may not be so influencing this holiday season
December 21, 2023
Blanket influencer endorsements for products could potentially harm sales in the last week of holiday shopping, according to a Storyblok survey that polled…
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Walmart self-checkout kiosks feature pay-over-time
December 21, 2023
Walmart shoppers will be able to use Affirm's pay-over-time options at self-checkout kiosks at more than 4,500 U.S. Walmart stores, according to a press…
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Macy’s window offers interactive Christmas carol experience
December 20, 2023
There's more to do then standing in awe at Macy's New York store window displays this holiday season.
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Rite Aid can’t use facial recognition tech for 5 years
December 20, 2023
The Federal Trade Commission has banned drugstore chain Rite Aid from using any facial recognition technology for five years following allegations the…
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UK online shoppers like multiple contact points
December 20, 2023
A hefty number of UK consumers, 70%, expect and demand multiple online shopping contact oints and 61% prefer digital channels when it comes to customer service…
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Uber offers up Grinchmas kit boasting AR tech
December 19, 2023
Looking to get your favorite Grinch a unique holiday gift?
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Fontainebleau Las Vegas resort launches rewards program
December 19, 2023
Luxury resort and casino Fontainebleau Las Vegas has announced Fontainebleau Rewards, a tiered loyalty program in which members earn exclusive benefits.
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Holiday sales will hit NRF expectations
December 18, 2023
The U.S. Census Bureau's November results indicate that holiday retail sales predictions from the National Retail Federation will likely hit the mark.
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Costco’s biggest seller is pure gold, literally
December 18, 2023
The number one item flying off Costco's online shelves in Q4 has been gold — literally.
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Southwest CEO: Holidays won’t be ruined this year
December 18, 2023
Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan has declared there won't be a repeat of last year's operational crisis that impacted thousands of customers during the…
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Shoppers say scent, music make shopping enjoyable
December 15, 2023
When it comes to the retail shopping environment a good number of consumers, 85%, say scent helps create a enjoyable in-store experience and 70% say the same…
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Super Saturday will be a super shopping day
December 15, 2023
The last Saturday before Christmas, Dec. 23, will be a big day for shoppers, according to the National Retail Federation with an expected 142 million consumers…
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Swarovski debuts largest-ever flagship
December 14, 2023
Luxury jewelry retailer Swarovski has opened the doors to its largest ever flagship and the store is on New York's Fifth Avenue.
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NCR Voyix tops in new POS installations
December 14, 2023
When it comes to POS software providers NCR Voyix has been recognized as the number one global POS software supplier in both total and new restaurant…
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Holiday shoppers taking time in purchasing, showing greater interaction
December 13, 2023
This holiday season's shopper is five times as likely to click on retailers' product recommendations, and 81% more likely to click on personalized content.
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Online grocery market to hit $740.8B by 2027
December 13, 2023
The global online grocery market is expected to enjoy "significant" growth between now and 2027, with an estimated annual growth rate of 13.14% and hitting…
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Many retail associates concerned about personal safety
December 12, 2023
Many retail associates and managers view safety incidents on the rise in their stores and that nearly two out of three workers are at least somewhat concerned…
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Mass retailers, online stores top toy shopper spots
December 12, 2023
A good majority, 81%, of those planning to buy toys and games this holiday season plan to hit a mass retailer, such as Walmart and Target, and 80% will shop at…
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Holiday retail sales kicked off strong in November
December 12, 2023
The first half of the holiday season brought a strong retail sales gain, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor report, released by National Retail…
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