CPG: Food Old El Paso launches Team GB campaign for Paris Olympics Old El Paso has launched a Team GB campaign for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. Old El Paso has announced a stand-out campaign as part of its continued partnership with Team GB as part of the highly-anticipated 2024 Paris Olympic Games. The link-up kicks off… This story continues at Old El Paso launches Team GB […] Talking Retail April 10, 2024April 10, 2024 < 1 min read General MillsHoliday & EventsPredictions and ForecastsDept. Toys & GamesDept. NonfoodPartnerships 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Finance Puma rallies around sport performance for largest marketing investment yet Launching ahead of the Olympics, the global campaign also marks the first time the sportswear brand has run a unified message across its portfolio. RetailDive April 10, 2024April 10, 2024 < 1 min read Results & InvestmentHoliday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retail Operations How Cellular Connectivity is Pivotal to the CX and the Bottom Line for Physical Stores With 2024 in full swing, the results are in from the 2023 retail peak season, and one thing is clear: digital is embedding itself as the channel of choice for shoppers. According to analysis by Mastercard, in-store sales during Black Friday increased just over 1 percent compared to 2022 figures, whereas digital sales shot up […] TotalRetail April 10, 2024April 12, 2024 < 1 min read Customer ExperienceBrick and MortarShoppersPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: In StoreHoliday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Social Media, In-Car, And Gaming Commerce Recently, there has been a noticeable change in consumer behavior driven by evolving expectations, shifting retail channel preferences, and varying brand shopping habits. From this disruption, three noteworthy emerging trends have surfaced: social media commerce, in-car commerce, and gaming commerce. This week, we dive into how these trends are reshaping the shopping experience for consumers […] Trakwell.ai (formerly Doorcounts) April 9, 2024April 9, 2024 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIGamingESG and CSRHoliday & EventsConsumersMarketing: Social MediaBrick and MortarPredictions and ForecastsEconomyThick DataInternational - UKsocial commerceShoppersDept. NonfoodData & InsightsDept. ApparelTrends: RetailStore LocationSustainabilityOperations & Supply ChainRecommerceDept. Toys & GamesUnilever 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Early Easter boosts store sales UK total retail sales increased by 3.5% year on year in March, according to the BRC-KPMG Retail Sales Monitor. Food sales increased 6.8% year-on-year over the three months to March, against a growth of 8.5% in March 2023 Non-food sales decreased 1.9% year on year… This story continues at Early Easter boosts store sales Or […] Talking Retail April 9, 2024April 9, 2024 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsDept. GroceryPredictions and ForecastsInternational - UKConsulting 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Pricer, ProGlove, Shopopop and ReachFive amongst Retail Technology Show 2024 Innovation Awards finalists The Retail Technology Show Innovation Awards finalists have been announced. Retail Technology Show 2024 will take place at London’s Olympia on 24th and 25th April. The “ten trailblazing solutions who are leading the charge in retail innovation, poised to drive businesses forward and ignite competitive advantage” are as follows: 🌟Flip🌟Scaleflex🌟Shopopop🌟Teamwork Commerce🌟Pricer🌟Find & Order🌟Orquest🌟ProGlove🌟ReachFive🌟Solink The winner […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 9, 2024April 9, 2024 2 min read Technology & InnovationPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaTwitterSponsoredTrends: TechInternational - UKTrends: RetailOperations & Supply ChainOmnichannelHoliday & EventsMarketing: In StoreBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Stores & Formats 99 Cents Only Stores Files for Bankruptcy Protection 99 Cents Only Stores announced last week that it had filed for bankruptcy protection in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware, days after it said it was closing all of its 371 locations. Founded in 1982, 99 Cents Only Stores currently operates stores in California, Texas, Arizona and Nevada. Number Holdings, Inc., the parent company […] 0 Author Missing April 8, 2024April 8, 2024 2 min read Brick and MortarConsumersBankruptcyOperations & Supply ChainCOVID19TargetOwned Brands (Private Label)CompetitionDept. NonfoodEconomyDollar TreeExecutivesHoliday & EventsPredictions and ForecastsSustainabilityWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events PayPoint data reveals biggest selling chocolate products over Easter week Data sampled from across from PayPoint’s network of 28,000 UK convenience stores reveals which chocolate products saw the biggest sales spikes in the week running up to the Easter bank holiday (25 – 31 March), compared to the previous four weeks (26 February – 24… This story continues at PayPoint data reveals biggest selling chocolate […] Talking Retail April 8, 2024April 8, 2024 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsInternational - UKBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Best Buy, Microsoft Celebrate Earth Month by Turning ‘E-Waste’ into Couture Best Buy, one of the largest retail collectors of e-waste in the U.S., is partnering with Microsoft on a new activation designed to inspire consumers to recycle their unwanted laptops and tablets. During Earth Month in April, customers can bring in any eligible laptop or tablet to a Best Buy store for recycling and save […] Retail TouchPoints April 8, 2024April 8, 2024 2 min read SustainabilityBest BuyMarketing: Social MediaDept. ApparelTechnology & InnovationCompetitionConsumersPredictions and ForecastsDept. NonfoodESG and CSRHoliday & EventsPartnershipsPress ReleaseRecommerce 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Convenience Buc-ee’s expansion could have highest impact on Shell, Exxon Mobil, and Circle K Track Gas Station spending for free Access chart data in Dash. Around 73% of Buc-ee’s customers also shopped at Shell in the trailing 12 months ended March 24, 2024 according to Earnest credit card data. It is just one sign that the gas station chain is making inroads with incumbent gas station brands. The jumbo-sized […] Earnest Research April 8, 2024April 24, 2024 2 min read Dept. FuelData & Insights7-Eleven & SpeedwayAlimentation Couche-TardCircle KWaWaShoppersBPDept. GroceryPredictions and ForecastsAmazonCostcoMarketing: In StoreData VisualizationHoliday & EventsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMurphy USAAhold Delhaize 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Lego Will Make Stores ‘Sensory Inclusive’ to Increase Neurodivergent Accessibility To mark Autism Acceptance Month, all Lego stores in the U.S. and Canada will be certified as “sensory inclusive” by the nonprofit KultureCity in April. Associates will be trained to understand how sensory needs vary and how they can best help neurodivergent children and adults in the store. Additionally, sensory bags containing noise-reduction headphones, fidget […] Retail TouchPoints April 6, 2024April 6, 2024 2 min read Dept. Toys & GamesBrick and MortarInclusivityMarketing: Social MediaWalmartRestaurantsPredictions and ForecastsAssociatesInternational - North AmericaShoppersHoliday & EventsSustainabilityDept. NonfoodDept. GroceryTechnology & Innovation 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Retailer Lessons from iGaming Companies Retailers are always looking to improve their game, with an eye to increasing sales, reducing costs and maximizing profitability. Retail competition has increased from small upstart retailers to big box stores and peers, so the ability for retailers to improve on their game is more necessary than ever. Gaming companies, more specifically iGaming companies, have […] Retail TouchPoints April 5, 2024April 5, 2024 4 min read GamingShoppersTechnology & InnovationAIConsumersData & InsightsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationCompetitionBrick and MortarMarketing: Social MediaThick DataTargetPricing & PromotionsPredictions and ForecastsExecutivesMarketing: TradeAssociatesMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionHoliday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Levi Strauss shares surge 18% on raised profit guidance, holiday earnings beat Shares of Levi Strauss surged after the company said its profits will be higher than expected in fiscal 2024 thanks to cost cuts, layoffs and fewer promotions. CNBC April 4, 2024April 4, 2024 < 1 min read Results & InvestmentHoliday & EventsMarketing: TradePredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Why Highlighting the Artistic Side of Luxury Fashion is the Key to Better Shopping Experiences In November and December, U.S. retail industry sales rose 3.8 percent compared to the year before. Economists seemed surprised by retail results defying expectations throughout much of 2023. Unfortunately, 2024 didn’t start quite as well. Since then, retail sales have shrunk by 0.8 percent (worse than market forecasts of a 0.1 percent decline). U.S. retail […] 0 Author Missing April 4, 2024April 4, 2024 3 min read Data & InsightsDept. ApparelConsumersOperations & Supply ChainBrick and MortarHoliday & EventsStrategyMarketing: In StoreMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationShoppersMarketing: BrandPredictions and ForecastsResults & InvestmentMarketing: UGC 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Partnerships & Alt Profit Beyond Partners with X to Build Up its Growing Slate of Brands Beyond, Inc. — parent company of the newly relaunched Overstock.com as well as Bed Bath & Beyond and Zulily — has entered a long-term strategic partnership with X even as other advertisers flee the scandal-plagued social media platform. Beyond was formed following Overstock’s June 2023 acquisition of Bed Bath & Beyond, followed by its March […] Retail TouchPoints April 2, 2024April 2, 2024 < 1 min read PartnershipsAcquisitionMarketing: Social MediaPredictions and ForecastsExecutivesBed Bath & BeyondESG and CSRHoliday & EventsMeta (Facebook)ShoppersTargetMarketing: BrandTwitter 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Retailers: Double Down on Tech to Drive Growth U.S. consumers have proven themselves a resilient bunch. In the face of persistently high interest rates and continued inflationary stress, they’ve maintained spending. But as a retailer, you cannot afford to take this for granted. In fact, we’re starting to see the first signs that the American consumer might be about to buckle under the […] TotalRetail April 2, 2024April 2, 2024 3 min read Technology & InnovationAIConsumersShoppersExecutivesResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsHoliday & EventsConsultingMarketing: In StoreCustomer ExperienceOperations & Supply ChainReturnsDeliveryDept. OTCMetaverseTech: AR and VRMarketing: Direct & Personalization 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Easter Sunday 2024: What Stores Are Open and Closed? Easter Sunday 2024 is fast approaching, and if you’re eyeing some last-minute shopping, it’s crucial to know which stores are open and which ones are closed for the holiday. RetailWire March 30, 2024March 30, 2024 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsPredictions and ForecastsBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Co-op invests in low-carbon tech and claims a convenience retailer first as SBTi validates its net zero targets Co-op has become the first UK convenience retailer to have its net zero targets validated by the globally recognised Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). SBTi – a body that assesses corporate climate targets – has given the thumbs up to its near-term and overall targets to become net zero across its own operations by 2035, […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub March 30, 2024March 30, 2024 2 min read TargetTechnology & InnovationInternational - UKPredictions and ForecastsOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Social MediaTwitterSustainabilityGovernmentDept. FreshPartnershipsDeliveryHoliday & EventsResults & InvestmentDept. GroceryExecutivesESG and CSRDept. RefrigeratedDept. Natural / OrganicDept. FuelDept. DairyBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces In Evolving Industry Landscape, Changes in Big-Box Retail Tell a Fascinating Story At a time when the commercial real estate landscape is evolving with unprecedented speed, changes in big-box retail are an important storyline. Appreciating how and why big-box concepts have thrived in a post-pandemic environment, and understanding the logic behind decision making with regard to everything from store layouts to merchandising, is an important first step […] 0 Author Missing March 29, 2024March 29, 2024 3 min read ConsumersBrick and MortarPredictions and ForecastsBOPISCOVID19Operations & Supply ChainWalmartStore LocationAmazonAssociatesMarketing: In StoreCostcoEconomyDept. NonfoodRestaurantsMerchandisingMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionSustainabilityInclusivityHoliday & EventsDept. Sporting goodsDept. HBCTargetTechnology & InnovationExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Easter spending expected to rise to £1.9bn, says GlobalData UK consumers are set to spend £1.9bn this Easter, a 4.0% increase on 2023. Spend on Easter food and drink is expected to drive the uplift as consumers plan to splash out, feeling less restricted by financial pressures amid the cost-of-living crisis, according to a… This story continues at Easter spending expected to rise to […] Talking Retail March 28, 2024March 28, 2024 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsConsumersResults & InvestmentPredictions and ForecastsInternational - UKDept. GroceryDept. Beverage 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights How AI and Automation Will Transform E-Commerce Operations Online retail and e-commerce providers are struggling to meet shopper expectations amidst ongoing inflation, higher costs and lingering supply chain woes. A new independent survey that queried nearly 2,000 global shoppers found that 88 percent of U.S. and 79 percent of U.K. shoppers said that online retailers delivered poor experiences at least once in the […] TotalRetail March 28, 2024April 10, 2024 4 min read AITechnology & InnovationShoppersOperations & Supply ChainData & InsightsPricing & PromotionsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationConsumersCustomer ExperienceDeliveryMarketing: TradePredictions and ForecastsHoliday & EventsStrategyMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionOmnichannelDept. NonfoodReturnsAmazonTrends: TechESG and CSRGoogleMarketing: UGCOwned Brands (Private Label)Thick DataEconomy 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Snappy Shopper and Mondelez team up for Easter competition Snappy Shopper, the e-commerce platform connecting local retailers with customers, has announced an Easter competition partnership with Mondelez. The brand partnership campaign, fully funded by Mondelez, offers customers the chance to win £1,000 Snappy credit by purchasing selected Mondelez products via the Snappy Shopper app.… This story continues at Snappy Shopper and Mondelez team up […] Talking Retail March 28, 2024March 28, 2024 < 1 min read CompetitionMondelezShoppersHoliday & EventsPartnershipsPredictions and ForecastsPricing & Promotions 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Early Easter boosts March sales Take-home grocery sales rose by 4.6% over the four weeks to 17 March, with an early Easter boosting sales of seasonal treats in the first three months of 2024 by £88m compared with the same period last year, according to marketing data and analytics company… This story continues at Early Easter boosts March sales Or […] Talking Retail March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsPredictions and ForecastsData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Nike commits to bolder brand marketing as part of rebound plan The Summer Olympics will serve as a showcase for some of the sportswear giant’s most impactful marketing in years, executives said. MarketingDive March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 < 1 min read Marketing: BrandDept. ApparelExecutivesHoliday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Convenience BP predicts record sales of over 2 million chocolate eggs As the nation gears up to hit the road over the Easter weekend, BP has shared how people are expected to shop during one of the busiest travel periods of the year. BP anticipates sales of over two million chocolate eggs as customers stock up… This story continues at BP predicts record sales of over […] Talking Retail March 26, 2024March 26, 2024 < 1 min read BPDept. DairyPredictions and ForecastsHoliday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Easter spending to top $22 billion WASHINGTON — Consumers are expected to spend about $22.4 billion on food, clothing and gifts to celebrate Easter, which falls on March 31 this year. That’s according to the annual survey conducted by the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics. The total figure is the second highest in the survey’s history, after last […] MMR March 25, 2024March 25, 2024 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsConsumersThick DataDept. NonfoodDept. GroceryDept. ApparelExecutivesData & InsightsPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
International Easter Egg sales slide amid inflation and HFSS rules Easter egg sales have plummeted by 12%, as inflation and HFSS legislation melts confectionery performance across four major British supermarkets, new data shows. Analysis by retail data experts Reapp reveals chocolate eggs have dropped by over 600,000 units sold in the buildup to Easter, equating… This story continues at Easter Egg sales slide amid inflation […] Talking Retail March 25, 2024March 25, 2024 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsEconomyData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsInternational - UKDept. DairyDept. Bakery 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Restaurants Nestlé Recalls 440,500 Starbucks-Branded Holiday Mugs Due to Potential Hazards Nestlé USA is recalling around 440,500 Starbucks-branded holiday mugs in the U.S. due to safety hazards, which left at least a dozen people with injuries such as burns or cuts while using the product. RetailWire March 22, 2024March 22, 2024 < 1 min read RestaurantsHoliday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Nike Holiday Sales Exceed Projections, Driven by Growth in North America Nike announced strong holiday sales that surpassed estimates, aided by stronger growth in North America than expected. RetailWire March 22, 2024March 22, 2024 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsDept. Apparel 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Holiday & Events Easter egg shoppers face price rises and shrinkflation Some popular Easter eggs will cost 50% more this year according to research by Which?. The consumer group also reported ‘shrinkflation’ with some Easter eggs having shrunk in size but not price. It found that a Maltesers Truffles Luxury Easter Egg (286g) is up from… This story continues at Easter egg shoppers face price rises […] Talking Retail March 22, 2024March 22, 2024 < 1 min read Holiday & EventsShoppersDept. DairyTechnology & InnovationPredictions and ForecastsConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Channel: Mass Department: Consumer Durables Department: Nonfood Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Merchandising Operations & Supply Chain Target’s April 2024 Circle Sale was its largest by sales lift Track General Merchandise spending free Access chart in Dash. Target’s April Circle Sale generated 7% more sales than the weekly average in the previous 4 weeks according to Earnest credit card data. This represents a 2 point acceleration in the Circle Sale’s contribution to Target’s topline compared to Target’s October sale. Target Circle is a […] Written by Earnest Research April 25, 2024April 25, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Trends & External Forces Stores & Formats TikTok Shop customers spend more at lower ticket apparel retailers Download full TikTok Shop report Access TikTok and Panel data in Dash. TikTok Shop customers spent 26% of their apparel wallet on Off-Price Department Stores and 11% on Fast Fashion in the 12-months ended February 2024, compared to 24% and 7% for the average shopper. Conversely, TikTok Shop users spent less than their peers at […] Written by Earnest Research April 24, 2024April 24, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Corporate Finance Corporate Purpose ESG Media & Marketing Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Associates & Employees Where Does One U.S. Tax Dollar Go? See this visualization first on the Voronoi app. Where Does One U.S. Tax Dollar Go? This was originally posted on our Voronoi app. Download the app for free on Apple or Android and discover incredible data-driven charts from a variety of trusted sources. Come tax season, a common refrain is: “what do my taxes even […] Written by Visual Capitalist April 24, 2024April 24, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Technology & Innovation AI boosts innovation in ingredient selection, formulation AI could minimize the traditional trial-and-error approach in product development. Written by Supermarket Perimeter April 24, 2024April 24, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Data & Insights Trends & External Forces Google Won’t Pull Cookies In 2024 Google announces it’s delaying its self-imposed deadline to deprecate third-party cookies on Chrome for the third time. The post Google Won’t Pull Cookies In 2024 appeared first on AdExchanger. Written by AdExchanger April 23, 2024April 24, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked