TJX keeps its momentum going as consumers seek value: The retailer’s comparable sales rose 4% YoY in Q2, driven entirely by transaction growth.
On today's podcast episode, we discuss what Chipotle has that Starbucks is trying to gain, how Starbucks can turn the ship around, and what its struggles tell us about the greater retail world. Listen to the conversation with our analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts analyst Sky Canaves and vice president of content Suzy Davidkhanian.
Apple and Google have more time to alter their app store ecosystems beyond earlier concessions that failed to satisfy CMA regulators.
Walmart opens its ocean shipping network to marketplace sellers: The service is the latest way Walmart aims to make it easier for sellers to operate and bolster its high-margin services business.
Lowe’s joins Home Depot in warning of sales pressure amid difficult market conditions: The home improvement retailer lowered its FY sales forecast as skyrocketing prices, limited supply, and high borrowing costs weigh on the housing market.
The ecommerce giant wants to capitalize on India’s huge digital payments growth, but it has to play major catchup to win UPI share
The layoffs aren’t a sign that the company is struggling. The network is reorganizing to push into high-growth areas
ThredUp tests peer-to-peer marketplace model as losses pile up: The resale platform is in need of a reset as it struggles to navigate an uncertain economic environment.
The one-click checkout experience rolled out to merchants earlier this month. Adding Adyen as a partner sets it up for growth
More than 181 million people in the US will be Amazon Prime members this year, representing nearly 7 in 10 (73.7%) US internet users, according to our July 2024 forecast. Many of them turn to influencers before checking out; others can be won over by better discounts from competitor retailers; while some favor Amazon for fashion over groceries.
As the Asia-Pacific region experiences profound demographic and economic shifts, the pet economy is emerging as a vibrant and rapidly growing sector.
Digital shelf labels are small screens that attach to retail shelves, enabling retailers to update prices and product information in real time.
Lowe’s retail media network rebrand isn’t signaling a new identity, but a confirmation of the relationship it's built with its advertising partners.
Amazon tests removing product reviews and ratings from search: The retailer claims it will enhance the browsing experience, but it creates friction for the majority of shoppers who rely on customer feedback.
Beauty brands experience stiff headwinds as Chinese consumers pull back: Estée Lauder, L’Oreal, and La Prairie maker Beiersdorf need to find new ways to drive growth amid the challenging landscape.
Circle K’s owner makes a major play to broaden reach: Alimentation Couche-Tard’s bid to buy 7-Eleven’s parent would create a retail colossus with more than 100,000 stores.
Digital grocery sales growth accelerated in July: Promotions from Walmart, Instacart, and Amazon pushed delivery sales up 22% YoY, but consumer interest may dry up as the discounts do.
58% of brands and 51% of agencies would like to see retail media-like offerings from verticals beyond retail, according to Q4 2023 data from Criteo.
Walmart's ad business drives 26% revenue growth: Walmart Connect leads with 30% increase, outpacing Amazon's ad unit.
From the staying power of self-checkouts to the growing integration of mobile, here are three trends shaping the way consumers are completing their in-store purchases.