July 8, 2016
The GfK Consumer Confidence Barometer core index, used to measure post-referendum sentiment following the Brexit news, has declined by a drastic 8 points to…
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There are two transformative forces playing a big role in today's retail environment — the millennial shopper and the mobile consumer.
read nowJuly 1, 2016
Smartphone users who are jumping online to shop at least twice during a three-month period are leading the retail revolution and the trend is prompting…
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Americans are buying more items online and more than half, 51 percent, prefer ecommerce to brick-and-mortar shopping, according to a new BigCommerce report.
read nowJune 29, 2016
Brick-and-mortar retailers grappling with poor brand recognition and weak customer experience strategies are likely those without solid training, strong tools…
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More than half, 66 percent, of online consumers said the delivery experience is critical and that poor delivery could easily prompt them to hit another…
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Fit, as in clothing fitting the body, is a crucial aspect for consumers and retailers should be aware that a poor fit isn't a good thing in the customer…
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Shoppers visiting Burberry's London Regent Street store this month enjoyed a personal experience in purchasing pieces from its latest collection.
read nowJune 27, 2016
Here's perception clashing with reality: Only 17 percent of adults think they spend too much time on their mobile phone, but 56 percent think others are guilty…
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Retailers will need to do some serious marketing and brand shifting going forward given the biggest consumer base, those millennials, aren't as loyal or brand…
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Virgin is collaborating with DMI on Virgin Red, a member reward app that promises to give users a life "more Virgin."
read nowJune 23, 2016
Total spending on the annual patriotic U.S. holiday, July 4, will be a bit higher this year, hitting about $6.8 billion.
read nowJune 21, 2016
Confirmit, a London-based company, is partnering with Affectiva, to implement technology that allow for evaluations of participants' role of emotions in…
read nowJune 15, 2016
Alibaba Group has some big business aspirations, and the top one is to more than double revenue in the next four years, with a goal of hitting $1 trillion.
read nowJune 14, 2016
The technology most in place in retail is ecommerce, and retailers are in an investment and adoption phase regarding the future of retail, according to a new…
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There are five distinct millennial consumers, and each poses a challenge to today's retailer, according to Cue Connect’s report, "Consumer Moments of Truth.…
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A new study predicts bigger consumer spend for the annual Dad holiday this month, with a projection of $14.3 billion in purchases.
read nowJune 8, 2016
Loyalty programs are proving valuable with consumers and are paying off in more ways than one.
read nowJune 7, 2016
A chance to get away and relax, or a new tablet device, are the top wants when it comes to Father's Day this year.
read nowJune 1, 2016
Today's retail consumers love to mix technology and in-store visits, especially when it comes to big purchases and conduct product research online while in a…
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