Retail & Ecommerce

More tourists and returning office workers are contributing to a retail renaissance: Foot traffic in major US cities is approaching pre-pandemic levels, but hybrid work could temper recovery.

Autoship sales are key to Chewy’s Q1 profit: The model helps lock in customer loyalty and limits the number of consumers who trade down to less expensive brands.

Walmart’s stores are key to its ecommerce growth: The retailer’s vast number of stores help enable same-day delivery to 80% of the US population.

Dia & Co. rounds out its inclusive offerings: By acquiring plus-size luxury retailer 11 Honoré, the apparel company aims to boast the largest selection of brands offering inclusive products.

The duo introduced the Fundbox Flex debit card for small small businesses and plan to add BNPL and instant disbursement through Visa Direct.

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CPG brands are struggling to compete with private labels: As the industry reaches a "breaking point," companies like Procter & Gamble are shifting tactics to appeal to price-conscious consumers.

Gucci opens new experience on Roblox: Luxury brand’s latest immersive space shows its willingness to test the retail possibilities of the metaverse.

Theaters increasingly depend on franchise films: The new “Top Gun” film is the latest in a long line of 2022 franchise releases enjoying box office success.

American Eagle Outfitters’ supply chain business is transforming the company: While the merchant’s retail sales fell in Q1, its supply chain business helped the retailer get into the black.

More than three-quarters of consumers in the country are ditching physical wallets for mobile payments.

Amazon will make up 77.7% of US ecommerce channel ad revenues this year, contributing $27.94 billion of the $35.96 billion total.

Shrinking savings could inhibit US consumer spending: As consumer confidence reaches a decade low, many shoppers are finding it difficult to absorb higher gas and food costs.

Victoria’s Secret burnishes its inclusive image with a new online marketplace: The underwear company will feature women-led brands as it looks to broaden its consumer appeal.