Retail & Ecommerce

On today's podcast episode, in our "Retail Me This, Retail Me That" segment, we discuss the role of the store for the beauty space, Walmart's involvement in this product category, and how TikTok is changing things. Then, for "Pop-Up Rankings," we rank the top three social media trends that have influenced beauty products and how they're marketed. Join our analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts analysts Sky Canaves and Carina Perkins.

Unlike other payment players, Discover is betting that humans will still be critical to customer service going forward

This was its worst quarter since 2017 due to higher for longer interest rates and other payments uncertainties

Unlike other payment players, Discover is betting that humans will still be critical to customer service going forward

Traffic is up at Aldi and Lidl: With the cost of rent, car insurance, and electricity continuing to rise, consumers are looking to save on groceries.

Tesco leans into value: The UK’s largest grocer plans to grow its profits by offering many ways for consumers to save.

Join industry experts on Behind the Numbers: The Banking & Payments Show as we take a compelling deep dive into the world of cryptocurrencies. Explore the market's rebound, analyze EMARKETER’s predictions, and unravel the dynamics behind the soaring values. This episode brings to light the phenomenal recovery of Bitcoin, reaching an unprecedented $69,000 peak, bouncing back from 2022's dramatic downturn. Delve into the critical factors propelling cryptocurrencies to new heights and the significant role of 'halving' in sustaining this momentum. In our engaging 'Headlines' feature, we dissect the factors contributing to the resurgence of crypto values, examining the critical elements that influence market highs. The 'For Argument’s Sake' segment ignites a thought-provoking debate on the practical uses of cryptocurrencies, with a spotlight on Bitcoin. Expert analysts, Grace Broadbent, and Tyler Van Dyke, join host, Rob Rubin, to offer their insights into the currency's real-world applications. Key Insights: - Cryptocurrencies are witnessing a remarkable revival, with Bitcoin leading the charge by hitting an all-time high. - Market analysts and enthusiasts are keenly observing the impact of 'halving' events on cryptocurrency values. - A detailed analysis of the utility and real-world application of cryptocurrencies fuels a spirited debate, underlining the digital currency's role in the current financial landscape.

Best Buy’s customer service will soon be powered by genAI: The retailer is rolling out AI assistants for customers and employees as it tries to deliver more helpful experiences at a lower cost.

Escalating costs across technology, streaming, and online services are resulting in consumer pushback through password sharing and strategic rotation.

Earlier this month, Apple unveiled a new AI model, called the ReaLM system, which can recognize and pull out phone numbers or recipes from on-page images, or respond to a request to call “the bottom one” when users are presented with a list of local pharmacies.

The No. 1 issue US adults have with loyalty or reward programs is it takes too long to earn rewards, according to an October 2023 survey from Merkle.

Temu is beating Amazon in the battle for Polish market share: But Amazon’s investments in logistics and Prime Video could turn the tide in its favor.

March was British retailers’ best month in years: While retail sales outpaced inflation for the first time over two years, the UK landscape still faces significant challenges.

Digital grocery will become the largest ecommerce category by 2026, according to our US Digital Grocery 2024 report. To grow their share of digital grocery sales, brands need to understand what motivates consumers to buy groceries online, how the digital grocery experience can be improved, and where growth opportunities lie.

TikTok launches Coin App in Europe to boost growth while TikTok Notes set to rival Instagram: Both aim to increase user engagement and market share.

On today's podcast episode, we discuss which digital behaviors Hispanic Americans over-index on, how they get their news, and what advertisers should consider when trying to reach and market to these folks. "In Other News," we talk about where in the world people use social media the most and how kids use the internet. Tune in to the discussion with our analysts Matteo Ceurvels and Paola Flores-Marquez.

Meta makes the Quest 3 more like Apple’s Vision Pro: It launches an experimental app with spatial computing features. The Quest’s relative affordability is Meta’s advantage.

Paramount’s first shoppable marketing partner is Walmart: Paramount+ with Showtime announced an AI shoppable marketing partnership just ahead of Upfronts.

Mall foot traffic is returning to pre-COVID-19 levels. In 2023, visits to indoor shopping malls were down 5.8% from 2019 levels, an improvement from the 15.3% decrease in 2021, per Placer.ai’s The Comeback of the Mall in 2024 report.

This can make it a more attractive network for issuers to partner with, given credit card rewards can make or break customer retention