Retail & Ecommerce

As buy now, pay later becomes a common consumer practice, Klarna has its sights set on expanding its services beyond online commerce. Hear from Klarna’s CMO about how its payment platform has turned into a growth partner for merchants and retailers.

Private labels are winning over consumers with good value for the money. Among US adults, 89.7% said they switched from a national label mainly because the store brand offered better value, and 47.9% said deals and/or membership rewards motivated the move. Meanwhile, 52.0% cited the private-label brand’s bigger selection of products.

Hear how Amazon is changing how we think about payments. For "In Other News," we discuss Visa and Mastercard suspending their services in Russia and what Klarna's losses mean for the company. Tune in to the discussion with our analyst David Morris.

Shoppers can buy real-life products in the metaverse: A partnership between Babylist and Obsess lets customers interact virtually with items before adding them to their cart.

While other rapid grocery startups fold, Getir attracts more funding: The Turkish-based delivery company is in talks to raise another $800 million

Facing accusations of greenwashing, retailers step up their sustainability efforts: As government authorities crack down on bogus eco claims, companies like adidas and Unilever try to prove their sustainability bona fides.

Tencent reportedly faces a record fine over rule violations; Paytm was allegedly banned from onboarding new users for similar reasons.

Personalization is at the forefront of a new Macy’s initiative: The retailer aims to distinguish itself from its competitors with a website overhaul and personal stylist training for in-store staff.

Traffic on ecommerce websites and apps is ground zero for establishing a retail media network.

Rihanna’s inclusive underwear company continues to transform the lingerie industry: The entrepreneur is reported exploring an IPO for Savage X Fenty, which could be worth at least $3 billion.

Ecommerce platforms try to avoid liability for counterfeit products: A proposed bill would make companies like Amazon and eBay responsible for policing fake products on their platform.

Walmart wants to sell services as well as stuff: The company hopes an expanded Wellness Hub and parental resources will instill loyalty in shoppers and make them spend more.

The payments firm partnered with FTX and launched a new API service aimed at attracting crypto firms.