On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss Walmart's purchase of Vizio, its brick-and-mortar strategy, and whether they can attract more upper income shoppers. Then, in a mini "Shark Tank"-style segment, we predict what the next big move for Walmart will be. Join our analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts senior director of media content Becky Schilling and analyst Zak Stambor.
With third-party cookies on the way out, access to customer data is more valuable to brands than ever. By leveraging loyalty programs, brands can collect first-party data, including customer demographics and shopping habits, in exchange for targeted offers or deals. But in order for brands to get access to customer data, they need to be sure their loyalty program resonates with their audience.
It helps consumers save money and gives merchants a channel for in-app marketing—all while improving issuers’ mobile banking experience.
40.4% of US shoppers started their shopping journeys in marketplaces in 2023, down from 51.5% in 2022, according to a February 2024 report from Attest.
Family Dollar’s struggles stem from its own missteps: While several value-oriented grocers thrive as consumers pinch pennies, stumbles lead this discounter to shrink its footprint nearly 12%.
Zara owner Inditex is pulling the right levers: Its strategy of raising prices and going upmarket appears to be working as its net income and sales hit new highs.
Is On Running the next Allbirds? The sportswear brand is dangerously close to replicating the struggling D2C company’s misstep-ridden playbook.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss the most important parts of the EU's new AI Act, what's missing, and how these rules could shape US regulation. "In Other News," we talk about what nefarious GPTs can get up to and a card-linked buy now, pay later (BNPL) offering. Tune in to the discussion with our analysts Carina Perkins and Yory Wurmser.
Kohl’s looks to the baby category to drive growth: It’s partnering with WHP Global’s Babies R Us brand to attract younger customers.
Apple, Google, and Microsoft are altering business models by opening app markets, data sharing, and consumer choice. Global ripple effects could follow.
Pinterest’s search enhancements continue with body type filter: The platform’s AI-enabled upgrades are boosting engagement and shopping behavior.
More than three-quarters (77%) of US adults prefer receiving ecommerce coupons through email, according to a February 2024 report by Ascend2 and ActiveCampaign.
Lego’s consumer sales grew 4% last year: Aggressive expansion plans helped it grow even as the toy market worldwide contracted 7%.
Inflation was hotter than expected in February: Uneven price relief is dampening consumer sentiment and contributing to retailers’ conservative outlooks.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss why TikTok might not actually be a social media platform, how much young people use it to search for things, and whether TikTok Shop is ruining TikTok. "In Other News," we talk about the battle between Threads and X (formerly Twitter), as well as whether Snap distancing itself from social media will work and start a trend. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst Jasmine Enberg and director of Briefings Jeremy Goldman.
Xoom will offer customers fee-free remittances via PayPal USD to attract new stablecoin users
The bank’s offering faced competition from its own card-linked installment plans as well as from BNPL fintechs with expansive ecosystems