Retail & Ecommerce

US jewelry sales grew 27.5% in 2021 to reach $47.1 billion, making up 8.8% of the apparels and accessories category.

DoorDash keeps finding new growth opportunities: The delivery company rolled out a new express grocery delivery service aimed at shoppers who need a few items right away.

CPG sales growth slowed in 2021 amid supply chain woes: If shoppers can’t find what they’re looking for, they’re willing to switch to another brand.

Meta’s lawsuits, settlements, and consumer sentiment are a mounting problem: The company can’t acquire its way out of this one.

ACI PayAfter integrates more than 70 BNPL options into a single solution for merchants.

On this episode of our new Behind the Numbers show, Reimagining Retail, our analyst Suzy Davidkhanian hosts author and keynote and strategic advisor Steve Dennis to discuss overlooked consequences the pandemic has had on retailers outside of the much-discussed supply chain and consumer loyalty woes. They also identify several smaller, lesser-known brands they think will pop in 2022.

Walmart takes steps toward a greener future: The ultimate impact of its initiatives depends on how forcefully it exerts its influence.

Gopuff’s labor challenges underscore the dark side of rapid delivery: The company is likely trying to cut costs ahead of a potential IPO but must contend with increased government scrutiny and worker activism.

FAIR Health’s latest survey reveals how costs are a major driver of healthcare decision-making among older consumers. We unpack how digital solutions can bring pricing transparency to consumers’ healthcare financial experience and boost engagement.

Inflation hasn’t cooled consumers’ desire to spend: Nonstore sales rose 14.5% in January, and overall retail sales increased 3.8%, in the latest sign that the US economy remains strong.

Both companies are letting customers pay for purchases directly from their bank accounts, which might help limit interchange costs for merchants.

Is Super Bowl advertising a crystal ball? Crypto, travel, health and fitness advertising all suggest those categories are feeling good about the year’s final 10 months.

NBCUniversal has a difficult balancing act ahead: The media giant seeks to increase its subscriber base by pulling content from Hulu in favor of Peacock—despite still owning one-third of the former.

Under Armour’s 2021 earnings beat expectations, but investors are worried: Despite strong direct-to-consumer and wholesale growth, supply chain pressures threaten to reverse the sportswear company’s gains.