This deal is a setback for Barclay’s push into the US market and a major win for Citi.
As retailers eye the end of the holiday shopping season, they must shift their strategies to cater to resolution-driven purchases in the new year.
There will be over 100 million social buyers in the US in 2024, according to our forecast. TikTok Shop, which launched in the US in September 2023, will be the single largest contributor to buyer and sales growth this year.
Lululemon bucks China slowdown as international business gains momentum: The brand’s premium sportswear is resonating with Chinese shoppers—but product challenges keep US consumers on the fence.
Widespread tariffs could throw the retail industry for a loop next year: That’s forcing retailers and brands to quickly draft their playbooks to minimize the impact on their businesses.
The pet adoption boom went bust: As the number of new pet owners normalizes, Chewy and Petco are looking to healthcare and services to drive growth.
Lord & Taylor’s new owner has grand ambitions: The storied department store will relaunch as a luxury off-price etailer and license its brand name for a wide range of merchandise.
While most Gen Zers are managing their debts, relying on credit cards for everyday spending could spell trouble
But fraud still remained rampant across the holiday weekend, showing payment providers have more work to do to step up their protections
The card’s innovative offering should help it to pick up steam, boosting the network’s volume
Worldwide sales of personal luxury goods will only grow by 3.2% in 2024 to reach $429.15 billion, weighed down by slower growth in the US and China, according to an August 2024 EMARKETER forecast.
As the digital grocery landscape grows more crowded, retailers must meet consumers' expectations around product selection, mobile app features, and fulfillment. “Digital grocery is no longer an emerging category,” said our analyst Blake Droesch. “It’s grown really fast over the last couple of years, and the market is pretty mature at this point.” Here are three ways retailers can stay competitive, according to our Digital Grocery Opportunity report.
Sales picked up at Dollar Tree and Dollar General in Q3: The companies both see a clear path forward by revamping their stores and merchandise mix.
EU considers new measures to curb Chinese ecommerce influence: Officials are trying to stem the tide of unsafe products and protect local retailers.
Amazon offers $25 flights to young adult Prime members: The perk, available for the second-straight year, is one of many ways the retailer aims to hook shoppers on Prime.
Kroger’s private labels resonate with shoppers: Growth outpaced national brands during the quarter and helped the retailer stand out.
The milestone signals confidence in crypto’s future under Trump. Upcoming regulation could finally get crypto payments off the ground.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss which retailers have the most to gain from New Year's resolution making, attitudes towards them, and how they can capitalize on them. Listen to the conversation with our Senior Analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts Senior Analyst Sky Canaves and Senior Director of Briefings Jeremy Goldman.
Global ad study shows strides and shortfalls in inclusivity: Brands that fail to embrace inclusion can miss growth opportunities.
Walmart makes it easier for visually impaired shoppers to navigate stores: The retailer partnered with Aira to offer customers wayfinding services, its latest move to improve accessibility.