Hasbro and Mattel’s cost cuts pay off: Despite sluggish demand, both companies beat analysts’ bottom-line expectations.
The deal faces an uphill battle no matter who wins, but we think it has better odds under Trump
The reputational damage could make issuers wary of taking on the card as they look for a new partner
It's the ecommerce giant’s first credit card but likely not the last as it competes with Amazon and other ecommerce sites
Hermès’ strong Q3 performance makes it a luxury outlier: The company’s double-digit growth was in stark contrast to Kering’s slump, as weak global demand weighed on sales.
Keurig hopes to capitalize on energy drink boom with Ghost acquisition: The CPG company leaned into the category after weaker-than-expected Q3 sales.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss the many goals of ancillary services, how they drive foot traffic, and what retailers should be thinking about before introducing them. Listen to the conversation with our Senior Analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts Vice President of Content Suzy Davidkhanian and Senior Analyst Blake Droesch.
By automating interviews and job offers, the fast casual giant aims to improve recruitment efficiency, but risks of bias loom large.
Sensei raises $16 million in seed round: The retail tech provider has its sights set on bringing automated, contactless stores to Europe.
Amazon Prime members can now get a discount on gas: It will also add an electric charging benefit next year to ensure consumers recognize the “disproportionate” value the program delivers.
Competition from Temu caused Shein’s revenue growth to slow in H1 2024: The fast-fashion retailer faces a challenging path ahead as regulatory scrutiny and a highly competitive environment threaten its IPO chances.
Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol emphasizes need for fundamental strategic overhaul amid sales slide: The company’s US comparable transactions fell 10% YoY in Q4 as promotions and new products failed to win over customers.
Toys R Us and Bed Bath & Beyond expand their physical presences: Brick-and-mortar stores serve as three-dimensional billboards that drive awareness and sales, but success is far from guaranteed.
Wayfair, Amazon’s October sales events delivered outsize results: The home furnishings retailer’s sales were up nearly 46% compared with the prior 4-week average, while Amazon’s sale drove a 26% lift.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss what a chatbot even is, what the most popular ones are, the main obstacles to widespread adoption, and how AI agents can take things a step further. Tune in to the discussion with host Marcus Johnson and analyst Jacob Bourne.
2024 has been a disruptive year for generative AI (genAI), which transformed from a buzzword into a practical part of marketing workflows, and commerce media as more platforms launch. Meanwhile, advertisers are still figuring out the lifespan of third-party cookies. And connected TV (CTV) advertising got a big boost from Prime Video.
The final version of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s Section 1033 rule clarifies how financial institutions and apps must protect and share customer data.
Study finds 57% of streamers choose AVOD tiers: Consumers seek affordable alternatives amid subscription price hikes.
Consumer electronics brands like GoPro may define loyalty differently than a quick-service restaurant like Starbucks. A Starbucks customer may visit the chain many times a week or month, but a GoPro customer is likely to make purchases sporadically.
This high-value deal shows Stripe’s commitment to crypto payments. Bridge’s focus on cross-border payments could help stablecoins take off