Trends & External Forces Retailers brace for DEI blowback in lead-up to election, holiday shopping season Some companies are concerned about attending public DEI events while others are strategizing on how to avoid criticism over their policies and programs. CNBC November 4, 2024November 4, 2024 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsGovernment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Trump’s tariffs could trigger ‘dramatic’ price spikes on clothes, furniture, warns retail group Vice President Kamala Harris has campaigned against Donald Trump’s tariff proposals, calling them a sales tax on American consumers. CNBC November 4, 2024November 4, 2024 < 1 min read GovernmentDept. ApparelConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Autumn 2024 Budget: Economic Outlook and Consumer Prospects The Autumn 2024 Budget: what it means for consumers The Autumn 2024 Budget was historic for a number of reasons. Rachel Reeves’ statement was the first delivered by a Labour Chancellor in 14 years, and the first ever by a female Chancellor. Most pressingly, though, the Budget delivered one of the largest tax rises in […] Mintel November 1, 2024November 1, 2024 4 min read ConsumersGovernmentInternational - UKEconomyDept. NonfoodResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsTechnology & InnovationSustainabilityDept. FuelData & InsightsDept. GroceryDept. HBCOwned Brands (Private Label)Holiday & EventsAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces The Friday Checkout: Top grocery issues to watch this presidential election While high food prices have dominated mainstream discourse, the industry could feel the impact of tariffs or a grocery price-gouging ban, depending on who is elected. Grocery Dive November 1, 2024November 1, 2024 < 1 min read GovernmentEconomyDept. Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Budget response: Retail crime During yesterday’s Budget (30 October), chancellor Rachel Reeves said the government is taking action to deal with the shoplifting epidemic. This will include scrapping the “effective immunity for low-level shoplifting” introduced by the Conservative government and providing additional funding to crack down on organised gangs.… This story continues at Budget response: Retail crime Or just […] Talking Retail October 31, 2024October 31, 2024 < 1 min read GovernmentLegal & Criminal 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants Seafood’s Better for You Conundrum: The Halo Effect and the Mislabeling Trap Seafood has long held a distinctive place in the dining landscape, perceived as a “better for you” choice, and according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. It’s linked with lean protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and the promise of cardiovascular benefits. The American Heart Association has extolled seafood as part […] Grocerant Guru October 31, 2024October 31, 2024 5 min read Dept. GroceryDept. FreshConsumersRestaurantsHealth & WellnessData & InsightsAmazonMarketing: Social MediaSustainabilityShoppersConsultingTwitterMeta (Facebook)GovernmentLegal & CriminalTrends: ConsumerDept. PerimeterESG and CSRPlatedPredictions and ForecastsStrategy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Consumer Electronics Holiday Outlook Highlights Mixed Signals with Opportunity The 2024 holiday shopping season presents a complex landscape for consumer electronics, with overall tech spending intentions reaching a four-year high despite significant demographic variations and economic concerns. The shopping season will be more condensed around the core Black Friday to Christmas Eve period than we’ve seen in a while, and consumers will be very […] Circana October 30, 2024October 30, 2024 4 min read ConsumersTechnology & InnovationAIHoliday & EventsInsight ProvidersDept. NonfoodGovernmentDept. Consumer ElectronicsMarketing: BroadcastHealth & WellnessData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsEconomyESG and CSRStrategyCOVID19SustainabilityShoppersPricing & PromotionsOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: UGCMarketing: TradeMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMarketing: Social Media 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces ‘Some gains but also some pain’ from Budget, says the Fed Independent retailers have welcomed the government’s pledge to get tougher on retail crime, with an end to the £200 rule, more training for police and retailers and a clampdown on organised crime gangs announced in chancellor Rachel Reeves’ first budget. However, inflation busting rises to… This story continues at ‘Some gains but also some pain’ […] Talking Retail October 30, 2024October 30, 2024 < 1 min read GovernmentEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Live: Budget coverage – how will it affect local shops 17.30: Further reactions to the Budget have been rolling in from retail organisations, who have given a mixed reception to the package of measures announced earlier today by chancellor Rachel Reeves. The Federation of Independent Retailers welcomed the government’s pledge to invest in tackling retail crime.… This story continues at Live: Budget coverage – how will […] Talking Retail October 30, 2024October 30, 2024 < 1 min read Government 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Specialty & Other Trader Joe’s Hit by Contamination Fears as FDA Issues Recall for Salmonella-Infected Green Onions Trader Joe’s is the latest retailer to be hit by a recall. RetailWire October 30, 2024October 30, 2024 < 1 min read Trader JoesGovernmentRegional Grocery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights The Record: Q3 U.S. audio listening trends The American media day starts early, ends late and involves a lot of choice in what to watch, listen to and read. Audio accounts for nearly 20% of daily time; in Q3 2024 that translated to 3 hours and 57 minutes of daily1 listening across both ad-supported and ad-free platforms like radio, podcasts, streaming music […] Nielsen October 30, 2024November 4, 2024 3 min read Data & InsightsMarketing: BroadcastBig DataInsight ProvidersStreamingConsumersMarketing: Digital MediaData VisualizationTechnology & InnovationPodcastsGovernmentMarketing: Social MediaDept. NonfoodPredictions and ForecastsDept. Toys & Games 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Google ads performance robust despite existential threats The company’s search segment saw healthy revenue growth during a Q3 period where the business was also ruled to be part of an illegal monopoly. MarketingDive October 30, 2024October 30, 2024 < 1 min read GoogleGovernment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Brands lean into fractious election with messages of unity and humor With emotions running high ahead of Nov. 5, some consumer brands are trying to make an emotional connection and avoid landing in hot water. MarketingDive October 29, 2024October 29, 2024 < 1 min read GovernmentConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Taking the Pulse of Digital Retail with Zia Daniell Widger, Chief Content Officer, eMarketer Joining us in the Bambuser podcast studio for the first of several episodes recorded live at Shoptalk’s inaugural fall event in Chicago is Zia Daniell Widger, Chief Content Officer at eMarketer. In a wide-ranging conversation on digital trends across the globe, Zia’s shares both her many years of experience in her current role (along with […] Remarkable Retail Podcast October 29, 2024October 29, 2024 3 min read Technology & InnovationAIIndustry Conferences and EventsPodcastsMarketing: Social MediaInternational - North AmericaOmnichannelEconomyMarketing: Retail MediaConsumersDept. GroceryMeta (Facebook)StreamingPredictions and ForecastsRestaurantsStrategyPartnershipsDept. HBCTikTokAmazonData & InsightsDept. ApparelMarketing: BroadcastESG and CSRGoogleGovernmentWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Business Groups Protest FTC’s New Click-to-Cancel Rule, Calling it ‘Arbitrary and Capricious’ A range of business groups — including the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB), the Michigan Press Association and the National Federation of Independent Businesses (NFIB) — have filed two apparently coordinated petitions to block the Federal Trade Commission’s new “click-to-cancel” rule. The final rule, released by the FTC earlier this month, outlines a number of now-prohibited […] Retail TouchPoints October 26, 2024October 26, 2024 2 min read GovernmentConsumersEconomyShoppersMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Broadcast 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Tapestry and Capri merger blocked in win for FTC [[“value”:” This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. The Federal Trade Commission won its lawsuit to block the planned merger between Tapestry Inc. and Capri Holdings, an FTC spokesperson confirmed to sister publication Fashion Dive on Thursday. Tapestry and Capri Holdings plan to appeal, both companies said in separate press […] RetailDive October 25, 2024October 25, 2024 3 min read GovernmentMergersConsumersCompetitionDept. ApparelLegal & CriminalAcquisitionTechnology & InnovationPredictions and ForecastsDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Where Kroger stands with its legal challenge to FTC’s in-house case A hearing is set for Monday in Cincinnati. The FTC says its administrative hearing about the proposed deal would not begin until Dec. 18 at the earliest. Grocery Dive October 25, 2024October 25, 2024 < 1 min read GovernmentKrogerLegal & Criminal 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces As the 118th Congress winds up its session, the National Retail Federation continues its push against retail crime [[“value”:”The trade group is holding its third straight “Fight Retail Crime Day” amid ongoing questions surrounding the scope of shrink and theft.”]] RetailDive October 25, 2024October 25, 2024 < 1 min read GovernmentLegal & Criminal 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Judge blocks Coach owner Tapestry’s proposed acquisition of Michael Kors parent Capri The FTC sued to block the merger between Tapestry and Capri, arguing it would harm consumers and employees. CNBC October 25, 2024October 25, 2024 < 1 min read AcquisitionConsumersMergersGovernmentAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Disposal scheme – not ban – needed to solve single use vape issue, says Fed A disposal scheme rather than an outright ban on single use vapes would help the government achieve its aim to prevent littering, according to the Federation of Independent Retailers (the Fed). Responding to news that a ban on disposable vapes would take effect in England… This story continues at Disposal scheme – not ban – […] Talking Retail October 24, 2024October 24, 2024 < 1 min read GovernmentSustainability 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Rising Scams and Holiday Spending Shifts In this edition, we explore the growing challenges facing both consumers and retailers. Financial scams are on the rise, eroding consumer confidence and creating significant financial losses. Meanwhile, a disconnect between analyst’s optimism and shoppers’ cautious spending plans this holiday season highlights the need for retailers to adapt their strategies as inflation continues to impact […] Trakwell.ai (formerly Doorcounts) October 24, 2024October 24, 2024 3 min read Data & InsightsTechnology & InnovationAIConsumersResults & InvestmentHoliday & EventsShoppersDeliveryAcquisitionEconomyThick DataGovernmentMarketing: Social MediaTrends: ShoppingTikTokPredictions and ForecastsExecutivesESG and CSRLegal & CriminalDept. NonfoodStore LocationStrategyHome DepotHealth & Wellness 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Vape retailer slams ‘insane’ disposable vape ban decision Dan Marchant, director of the UK’s largest vaping retailer, Vape Club and founding member of the UK Vaping Industry Association, has reacted to the decision announced today (24 October) by the government to ban disposable vapes by June 2025. “It is an absolutely insane idea to… This story continues at Vape retailer slams ‘insane’ disposable vape […] Talking Retail October 24, 2024October 24, 2024 < 1 min read GovernmentInternational - UKPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Vaping industry reacts to disposable vape ban announcement Liam Humberstone, technical director at Totally Wicked and a UK National expert for e-cigarette devices, has expressed some concerns over the government’s announcement that it will ban disposable vapes by 1 June 2025. “The confirmation of the ban coming into effect from next June does… This story continues at Vaping industry reacts to disposable vape […] Talking Retail October 24, 2024October 24, 2024 < 1 min read GovernmentPredictions and ForecastsInternational - UK 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Vape retailer responds as chancellor considers tax on vaping Following the consultation carried out by the previous government, the chancellor of the exchequer Rachel Reeves is said to be considering raising the tax on vaping and e-cigarette products in the Budget on 30 October. In his Budget in March, the Conservative chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced a tax on vaping products… This story continues at Vape retailer responds as chancellor considers […] Talking Retail October 23, 2024October 23, 2024 < 1 min read Government 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights How to Choose a Second- or Third-Party Marketing Data Partner By: Jen Gold, SVP, Agency and Distribution Partnerships, and Michelle Snell, Director, Product Marketing, Media The marketing industry has been swept up in privacy regulations that rightfully protect an individual’s data. This can be seen in Google’s recent announcement of its plans for third-party cookies, its recent antirust ruling, and Washington state’s My Health My […] Circana October 22, 2024October 22, 2024 3 min read Data & InsightsPartnershipsTargetInsight ProvidersStrategyAILegal & CriminalConsumersHealth & WellnessConsultingVendorsExecutivesGoogleMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionOperations & Supply ChainSustainabilityGovernmentAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Nonfood Post Office management could be told to cede control to sub-postmasters The government is considering handing ownership of the Post Office to its sub-postmasters across the UK. In a widely reported move, it is understood that the Department for Business and Trade has asked a management consultancy, BCG, to explore a mutualisation model for Post Office… This story continues at Post Office management could be told […] Talking Retail October 22, 2024October 22, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. NonfoodGovernmentInternational - UKConsulting 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Prof G Markets: Can A Podcast Change Southwest Airlines? + The College Consulting Business Follow Prof G Markets: Apple Podcasts Spotify Scott and Ed open the show by discussing Kalshi’s new election contracts, the rest of the bank earnings, the repercussions of ASML’s 2025 sales guidance, and Amazon and Google’s nuclear energy deals. Then Scott breaks down why he thinks Elliott’s new podcast is a smart tool for its […] The Prof G Show October 21, 2024October 21, 2024 < 1 min read PodcastsMarketing: Social MediaMeta (Facebook)ConsultingGoogleStreamingMarketing: BroadcastGovernmentTwitterResults & InvestmentSustainabilityPredictions and ForecastsAmazon 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants McDonald’s tells U.S. restaurants it’s not a ‘political brand’ after Trump visit McDonald’s said it is not endorsing a presidential candidate after Trump’s visit to one of its restaurants. CNBC October 21, 2024October 21, 2024 < 1 min read RestaurantsGovernment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Associates & Employees Workers’ rights bill receives mixed welcome in Parliamentary big day One of the government’s major pieces of legislation to protect workers’ rights reaches an important stage in Parliament today (21 October), with shopworkers’ union Usdaw urging MPs to unanimously back the plans. The Employment Rights Bill, which is being given its second reading, includes measures… This story continues at Workers’ rights bill receives mixed welcome […] Talking Retail October 21, 2024October 21, 2024 < 1 min read AssociatesGovernment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Google Play Store Illegal Monopoly Gains Temporary Stay In a notable turn in the Epic Games versus Google legal battle, a federal judge has granted Google a temporary stay on most changes to its Android app store policies, originally mandated for November 1. RetailWire October 20, 2024October 20, 2024 < 1 min read GoogleLegal & CriminalGovernmentDept. Toys & GamesDept. Nonfood 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Trends & External Forces Kroger-Albertsons merger in court: 6 key takeaways Competition, pricing and the fate of Albertsons were key points of contention in the three court battles that unfolded over a nearly two-month period. Written by Grocery Dive November 4, 2024November 4, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights QuickWit Weekly (11/04/24) Last Week’s Top Retail News The top retail news and most interesting & most read stories in commerce. Written by RetailWit November 4, 2024November 4, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Channel: Mass Department: Consumer Durables Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Corporate Strategy Media & Marketing Agencies & Vendors Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Retail Operations Merchandising Stores & Formats Personalization 101: How to use simple data to create tailored retail experiences When personalization works, it feels seamless. But when it misses—like receiving offers for products you’ve already bought or irrelevant recommendations—it creates a disconnect. Personalization is incredibly powerful when done right, yet many retail businesses today are falling short. In a 2024 study, Deloitte found that 80% of consumers prefer brands that offer personalized experiences, and […] Written by RetailDive November 4, 2024November 4, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Department & Category Corporate Finance Trends & External Forces Mike Tyson Invests in Plant-Based Fast-Food QSR Mike Tyson’s latest KO move comes in the form of an investment in a plant-based QSR. In a press release on GlobeNewswire, through Carma HoldCo, Mike Tyson announced a strategic investment in Mr. Charlie’s Told Me So (TMS), a pioneering plant-based quick-service restaurant (QSR). This move comes as the plant-based food market is projected to exceed […] Written by RetailWire November 4, 2024November 4, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retailer Media Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Retailer Media Agencies & Vendors Retail Ecosystem Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Retail Media Insights With FMI’s Mark Baum and NielsenIQ’s Liz Buchanan The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Mark Baum, Chief Collaboration Officer at the Food Marketing Institute and Liz Buchanan, North America President of NielsenIQ. FMI & NielsenIQ are collectively performing a joint research along with Thinkblue LLC – a consulting powerhouse that includes our co-host Sri, on the latest in retail media. […] Written by The CPG Guys November 2, 2024November 4, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked