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Value for the money a big factor for shoppers
November 11, 2022
A good number, 76%, of consumers are spending less and 56% indicate that "value for the money" is a big factor that impacts their loyalty of a retailer.
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Consumers plan to cut back on dining out, travel
November 11, 2022
More than half, 60%, of consumers are "highly concerned" about the economy and 39% list personal finances as a primary concern. Spending on dining out and…
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Target, TD Bank extend credit card partnership
November 10, 2022
Target is expanding its U.S. credit card partnership with TD Bank through 2030. The bank is the exclusive issuer of Target's co-branded and private label…
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Sustainability top consumer priority
November 10, 2022
More than three-quarters of consumers believe it's important for a brand to highlight eco-practice data online, and if it's missing, a majority will look…
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Millennials busy shopping online, tapping mobile devices
November 10, 2022
Four in five (80%) of millennial shoppers now do most shopping online, up from 60% just three years ago, with 56% shopping mostly on a mobile device — a jump…
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Consumers pulling back on spend thanks to rising costs
November 9, 2022
More than half, 63%, of consumers plan to pull back spending in reaction to inflation and rising costs, and inflation has significantly impacted 41% of…
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Auto parts dealer taps Algolia platform to boost online experience
November 9, 2022
Mister Auto, an international auto parts e-commerce company, is deploying the Algolia API-First Platform, offering AI synonyms, search and A/B testing, to…
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Small retailers anticipating a profitable holiday season
November 9, 2022
A good majority, 80%, of small retailers targeting Gen Z and Gen Alpha consumers via social media efforts are optimistic about higher profits this holiday…
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Puma partners with Nedap on inventory strategy
November 8, 2022
Puma North America is deploying Nedap RFID technology to gain greater visibility into inventory processes.
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Amazon sweetens subscription offerings
November 8, 2022
Amazon is expanding its music and podcast universe to its Prime subscription members without requiring any additional cost.
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Sears emerges from bankruptcy
November 8, 2022
Sears, once a brand-name retailer dominating in the suburbs, has emerged from bankruptcy with less than 24 stores in operation.
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Victoria’s Secret acquiring AdoreMe to drive inclusivity
November 7, 2022
Luxury lingerie retailer Victoria's Secret is buying a rival, AdoreMe Inc., in a $400 million cash deal in order to expand beyond being viewed as a sexy wear…
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NRF: Healthy holiday sales season ahead
November 7, 2022
This year's holiday sales season will be healthy despite economic challenges and inflation concerns.
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Mapco convenience stores embrace digital signage
November 7, 2022
Mapco, a convenience store retail firm based in Franklin, Tennessee, is partnering with GSP, a digital signage firm based in Clearwater, Florida, to provide…
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Amazon puts a hold on corporate hiring
November 4, 2022
Amazon won't be hiring any corporate-level leaders or executives for the next few month, citing the economy.
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American shoppers are loving convenience stores
November 4, 2022
The U.S. consumer is increasingly becoming a convenience store fan, with 62% stopping by a store at least once a week and 70% of convenience store consumers…
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Balance key when it comes to self-checkout strategies
November 4, 2022
Retailers deploying self-checkout options should be taking a balanced approach as a study reveals just a small portion of consumers want SCO-only in a store…
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Chevron deploys checkout-free shopping in California
November 3, 2022
Chevron U.S.A. Inc. has introduced checkout-free shopping at its ExtraMile store at 18060 San Ramon Blvd. in San Ramon, California in partnership with…
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Consumers embracing self service
November 2, 2022
Shoppers are returning to shop in stores and are embracing self service, according to Zebra Technologies Corp.'s 15th Annual Global Shopper Study.
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Consumers willing to pay item return cost for convenience factor
November 1, 2022
A good number, 25%, of consumers are willing to pay for a product return in exchange for convenience.
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