Consumer Behavior News & Media
Majority of consumers will join loyalty program with an active community
November 13, 2025
A good majority, 70%, of consumers are more likely to join a loyalty program that has an active community and 71% consider engagement with community members to…
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Retail holiday sales to exceed $1T for first time in 5 years
November 12, 2025
The holiday retail sales season, between November and December, will grow between 3.7% and 4.2% which could bring total spend to just over $1 trillion…
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Most consumers anxious about tariffs
November 11, 2025
American consumers, over 80%, are increasingly concerned about the impact of tariffs on their spending power.
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Theft, violence on the rise in retail
November 7, 2025
Violence and theft are increasing in the retail industry with retailers reporting a 18% jump in the average number of shoplifting acts per year from 2023 to…
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From destination to signal: How AI is rewiring the role of brand websites in retail
by Joseph Perello — Founder and CEO, Props
In a world where shopping starts with a prompt, the question is no longer “How do I get traffic to my site?” It’s “What does my content teach the machine about…
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Gen Z big on buying via social media
October 29, 2025
When it comes to shopping, Gen Z consumers (those born after 1995) are increasingly turning to social media as 44% have purchased via the commerce channel.
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Holiday shopper spending projected to hit 2nd highest in 23 years
October 23, 2025
Consumers are projected to spend $890.49 per person on average this holiday season, according to a National Retail Federation survey and the amount is the…
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American shoppers very concerned about global trade issues
October 22, 2025
Nearly half, 45%, of American shoppers are extremely concerned or very concerned about global trade issues impacting the ability to find products they want to…
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Most consumers worried about tariff impact as holiday season approaches
October 21, 2025
Well more than half of consumers, 80%, are concerned about rising costs due to tariffs.
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Discount retailers big holiday shopper focus
October 21, 2025
Nearly three-quarters of U.S. consumers, 73%, will shop at discount retailers this holiday season, according to a VTEX research report.
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Consumers feeling a bit Grinch-like this holiday season
October 20, 2025
Consumers will spend an average of $1,595 this holiday season — reflecting a 10% drop compared to the 2024 holiday season.
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Consumers preparing for financial challenges
October 20, 2025
A hefty majority of consumers, 79%, are preparing for increased financial challenges and 77% are taking specific steps to stay within a holiday budget as the…
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Online holiday shopping season to hit $253B
October 16, 2025
This year's online holiday shopping season is projected to hit $253.4 billion, reflecting a 5.3% increase year over year, according to a Adobe shopping…
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Consumers embracing AI to save time, find deals
October 15, 2025
The U.S. consumer is embracing AI for everyday benefits, from saving time to finding better deals and making smarter decisions.
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C-store customers motivated by promotions, curated product offerings
October 14, 2025
Convenience store customers are increasingly motivated by curated product offerings and compelling promotions.
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Consumer households will spend $420 on Halloween celebrations
October 8, 2025
Nearly four of five U.S. adults (79%) will celebrate Halloween this month and the average spend per household will be $420, according to CIT Bank's 202…
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Smart inventory strategy in uncertain times: Why panic buying could be hurting your business
by Warren Wilbee — CTO, ToolsGroup
Tariff policy will continue evolving, but retailers who respond with strategic discipline rather than reactive stockpiling will be better positioned through…
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Criteo integrates with Google for onsite retail media
September 30, 2025
Criteo has been tapped as Google's first onsite retail media partner. Advertisers can scale campaigns across Criteo's retail media inventory via Google's…
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Why data partnerships are the future of retail
by Ali Moosani — CEO, GoSpotCheck by FORM
Learn how real-time visibility into shelf conditions can help retailers and suppliers improve execution, boost sales and deliver a better in-store experience.
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Holiday shopping season predicted to be underwhelming
September 24, 2025
Holiday retail sales will be "underwhelming," with a 3% to 5% growth rate this year.
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