Shopper & Customer Upside, Downside: How To Define Retail Responsibility The New York Times had a piece over the weekend about how young people, largely because of the impact of TikTok and other social media sites, have turned Sephora into a “retailer of choice.” According to the story, “Teenagers in the United States have said Sephora is their favorite beauty retailer, surpassing Ulta, according to […] MorningNewsBeat March 18, 2024March 18, 2024 2 min read ShoppersMarketing: Social MediaDept. HBCTikTokThick DataESG and CSRPredictions and ForecastsTrends: ConsumerResults & InvestmentOwned Brands (Private Label)ExecutivesConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Will Search Engine Traffic Really Drop 25% by 2026, As Gartner Predicts? Late last month, Gartner made a stunning prediction, forecasting an imminent and dramatic decline in search engine traffic. “By 2026, traditional search engine volume will drop 25%,” the research firm said. “with search marketing losing market share to AI chatbots and other virtual agents.” The prediction seemed aggressive, especially given that Microsoft Bing — with its […] Bigtechnology March 15, 2024March 15, 2024 7 min read Technology & InnovationAIBigTechPredictions and ForecastsData & InsightsStore LocationAmazonInsight ProvidersPodcastsChatGPTGoogleMarketing: VoiceMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: BroadcastStrategyTikTokStreamingConsumersVendorsExecutivesGovernmentOperations & Supply ChainESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Potential US TikTok ban means brands must recognise the importance of diversifying their digital presence The US House of Representatives this week passed a bill that could see TikTok banned in America. It would give the social media giant’s Chinese parent company, ByteDance, six months to sell its controlling stake or the app would be blocked in the US. The bill passed overwhelmingly in a bipartisan vote, and now needs […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub March 14, 2024March 14, 2024 2 min read Marketing: Social MediaTikTokTechnology & InnovationPredictions and ForecastsTwitterESG and CSRStrategyEconomyIndustry Conferences and EventsData & InsightsExecutivesHealth & WellnessConsumersLegal & CriminalBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Former Treasury Secretary Mnuchin Says He’ll Form a Group To Buy TikTok Former Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin is organizing an investor consortium to purchase TikTok as bipartisan legislation looms over the fate of the social media platform in the U.S. RetailWire March 14, 2024March 14, 2024 < 1 min read Marketing: Social MediaTikTokGovernmentESG and CSR 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Google loses in local search to Instagram, TikTok among Gen Z Though Google remains popular for local search among older generations, Instagram (67%) and TikTok (62%) are preferred among Gen Z, SOCi found. MarketingDive March 14, 2024March 14, 2024 < 1 min read Marketing: Social MediaTikTokMeta (Facebook)GoogleConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Need to Know: What is advanced audience targeting and why is it important? Have you ever received an ad that felt incredibly specific? One that seems to understand exactly what stage of life you’re in and the kind of items you’re looking to buy? That is advanced audience targeting at work. Follow along as we break down what advanced audiences are, why they matter and how they’re changing […] Nielsen March 12, 2024March 12, 2024 5 min read Data & InsightsBig DataInsight ProvidersConsumersMarketing: BroadcastPredictions and ForecastsStrategyPartnershipsMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationStreamingTikTokDeliveryDept. BeverageMarketing: UGCMarketing: VoiceSustainabilityThick DataAI 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing HSN Evolves Video Commerce Across Channels, From Cable to TikTok In episode 443 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews Rob Robillard, chief merchandising officer of HSN, a leading interactive and lifestyle retailer that is part of Qurate Retail Group. Listen in as Robillard provides an overview of HSN’s history in enabling video commerce and live shopping (1:00), the retailer’s increased focus on streaming […] Joe Keenan March 12, 2024March 12, 2024 2 min read Dept. HBCDept. Natural / OrganicMerchandisingShoppersMarketing: Social MediaTikTokHealth & WellnessOperations & Supply ChainExecutivesStreamingAcquisitionStrategyTechnology & InnovationDept. NonfoodMarketing: Digital MediaMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionData & InsightsPartnershipsPodcasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category Here’s How Panda Express NRG Partnership Can Drive Interactive Participatory Customer Engagement Panda Express excels at customer focused interactive participatory engagement and it is one of their success clues that they continually build upon according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions®. The Panda Express and NRG partnership will drive interactive and participatory customer trials according to Johnson. The collaboration offers several […] Grocerant Guru March 9, 2024March 9, 2024 3 min read Data & InsightsPartnershipsDept. GroceryShoppersGamingESG and CSRMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: TradeMarketing: In StorePricing & PromotionsOwned Brands (Private Label)PepsiCoSustainabilityTechnology & InnovationDept. FreshTikTok 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Sociable: TikTok calls on US users to oppose latest proposal to ban app With U.S. lawmakers putting forth a new ban proposal, TikTok is fighting back. MarketingDive March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 < 1 min read TikTokMarketing: Social MediaGovernment 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Basma now sells its TikTok-approved cosmetics at Sephora The beauty brand entered the color category with a cream blush its social media community helped “co-create.” RetailDive March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 < 1 min read Marketing: Social MediaTikTokESG and CSRDept. HBC 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights The Best Visualizations of January on the Voronoi App At the end of 2023, we publicly launched Voronoi, our free new data discovery app! The initial response from both users and creators has been incredible. Just days ago, we hit a milestone of 1 million in-app views, and there are already hundreds of interesting visualizations to discover, many of which will not be published […] Visual Capitalist March 4, 2024March 4, 2024 3 min read Predictions and ForecastsTechnology & InnovationAIData & InsightsEconomyGoogleData VisualizationWeatherTikTokThick DataStreamingMarketing: Social Media 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces “Shrinkflation” In The Spotlight The New York Times has a piece about the impetus for shrinkflation, and the underlying economics. “Companies are downsizing products without downsizing prices, and consumer posts from Reddit to TikTok to the New York Times comments section drip with indignation at the trend, widely known as ‘shrinkflation’,” the story says, noting that “the practice isn’t […] MorningNewsBeat March 2, 2024March 6, 2024 2 min read GovernmentEconomyCOVID19Data & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsConsumersDept. NonfoodMarketing: Social MediaPackagingStrategyTikTokDept. BeverageDept. FrozenDept. PaperInternational - North AmericaAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing TikTok To Bring in New Head of Global Trust and Safety TikTok has announced that it would be getting a new leader for its global trust and safety unit. RetailWire February 29, 2024February 29, 2024 < 1 min read TikTokMarketing: Social Media 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Gap reworks Jungle’s TikTok hit to show off spring linen collection New ads directed by Jungle members emulate the music video for “Back on 74,” which went viral on TikTok due to its elaborate dance choreography. MarketingDive February 29, 2024February 29, 2024 < 1 min read TikTokMarketing: Social Media 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing EU Launches Probe into TikTok Compliance The European Union (EU) has taken action, officially launching an investigation into TikTok’s operations. This probe aims to scrutinize whether the social media giant is adequately safeguarding minors on its platform and assess other potential violations of the EU’s Digital Services Act. RetailWire February 19, 2024February 19, 2024 < 1 min read Marketing: Social MediaTikTokOperations & Supply ChainESG and CSRAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing What Made the Stanley-Starbucks Collab Go Viral? The Psychology of Scarcity The Stanley X Starbucks Valentine’s Day Quencher H2.0 Tumbler is the latest example of a viral retail phenomenon. The 40-ounce tumbler joins the likes of the Cabbage Patch Doll, Tickle Me Elmo and Furbies, which all generated long lines — even stampedes — of consumers clamoring to get their hands on these coveted goods. And […] Retail TouchPoints February 15, 2024February 15, 2024 6 min read ConsumersMarketing: Social MediaTikTokRestaurantsTargetESG and CSRData & InsightsShoppersPredictions and ForecastsDept. ApparelMarketing: BrandPartnershipsSustainabilityMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionMerchandisingExecutivesAssociatesHoliday & EventsHealth & WellnessTechnology & InnovationStrategyDept. Toys & GamesDept. NonfoodDept. Natural / OrganicOperations & Supply ChainAcquisition 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department & Category How T.J.Maxx Is Enticing Customers To Spend More With Its Food Aisles T.J.Maxx’s food aisle has been getting varied remarks online, with some content creators on TikTok questioning the quality of the food and even wondering if it has passed its expiry date. RetailWire February 14, 2024February 14, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. GroceryMarketing: Social MediaTikTok 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Coke lends Zero Sugar a voice in ads, TikTok filter soundtracked by NSYNC Custom typography made from images of condensation, bubbles and fizz is also allowing the product to “speak for itself” for the first time. MarketingDive February 13, 2024February 13, 2024 < 1 min read TikTokMarketing: Social MediaCoca Cola 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
CPG: Beverage Coca-Cola spices things up with new additions NEW YORK — For the first time in over three years, Coca-Cola has added a new permanent flavor to its iconic portfolio in North America with the debut of Coca-Cola Spiced. The all-new innovation blending the taste of Coca-Cola with raspberry flavors and spiced notes. Hitting shelves in mid-February, Coca-Cola Spiced and Coca-Cola Spiced Zero […] MMR February 8, 2024February 8, 2024 2 min read Coca ColaTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Social MediaConsumersAITikTokPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Coke keeps innovation rolling with new permanent flavor, TikTok Shop exclusive Coca-Cola Spiced, the marketer’s first permanent portfolio launch in three years, aligns with renewed consumer interest in flavored colas. MarketingDive February 7, 2024February 7, 2024 < 1 min read Coca ColaTikTokTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Social MediaConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation The Panel Reacts: Is the Vision Pro for Everyone, or Just Enthusiasts? I put on Apple’s Vision Pro headset for the first time this weekend. The technology was even better than I expected. The device’s mixed reality passthrough was near-perfect, blending the physical and digital worlds seamlessly. And it wasn’t too heavy either. If I hadn’t found the $3,500 price tag impossible to justify, I might’ve just […] Bigtechnology February 5, 2024February 5, 2024 3 min read Technology & InnovationData & InsightsAIAmazonPodcastsMarketing: Social MediaExecutivesBigTechSustainabilityStreamingTikTokMarketing: BroadcastBrick and MortarConsumersDept. NonfoodStrategyTech: AR and VRMeta (Facebook) 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing ROI, Conversions, Loyalty, and More — Getting the Most from Your CPG Marketing Spend In the past few columns in our CPG Marketing Magic series, we’ve embarked on an exciting journey through the realms of branding, user experience, inventory movement, and digital advertising. Now, it’s time to delve into the pivotal role of metrics in your marketing strategy. In this article, we’re diving into the world of analytics, where […] RangeMe February 5, 2024February 5, 2024 7 min read Marketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionTechnology & InnovationAIMarketing: Social MediaData & InsightsDept. BeverageConsumersVendorsStrategyPartnershipsDept. NonfoodMarketing: BrandDept. GroceryShoppersESG and CSROperations & Supply ChainMarketing: UGCMeta (Facebook)Results & InvestmentMarketing: TradePhilanthropyPredictions and ForecastsPricing & PromotionsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationStore LocationTargetTikTokGoogleDept. Natural / OrganicDept. HBCInclusivityAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer The Velocity Imperative: E-Commerce’s Need for Speed In the relentless world of e-commerce, speed stands as the linchpin to success. Modern times are defined by the “need-it-now” attitude, shorter attention spans, and a surge in TikTok and Instagram shopping experiences. As consumers demand faster interactions, the urgency for swift e-commerce transactions has never been clearer. A core challenge for e-commerce merchants is […] Arthur Root February 5, 2024February 5, 2024 2 min read ConsumersTechnology & InnovationMarketing: Social MediaAIStore LocationShoppersPredictions and ForecastsMeta (Facebook)TikTokAmazonMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionExecutivesESG and CSRDeliveryTrends: TechWalmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing The ‘mob wife’ trend takes over after quiet luxury — and it’s easier on the wallet Quiet luxury is out and the ‘mob wife’ era is in, according to TikTok. Much of the look can be achieved through thrifting or shopping secondhand. CNBC February 2, 2024February 2, 2024 < 1 min read TikTokRecommerceMarketing: Social Media 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Resolution Revolution: Financial Brands Can Gain Insight from Non-Finance Sectors When the calendar turns over every year, consumers find comfort in numbers: pounds to lose, drinks to not drink, and in 2024 – dollars to save. Mintel research shows six in ten US adults noted improving their finances as one of their top three goals for the next year, only one percentage point lower than […] Mintel February 1, 2024February 1, 2024 4 min read ConsumersResults & InvestmentHealth & WellnessPredictions and ForecastsRestaurantsMarketing: Social MediaDept. BeverageStrategyPartnershipsTargetDept. NonfoodEconomyWalmartTechnology & InnovationStreamingUnileverTwitterTikTokPricing & PromotionsMarketing: Digital MediaMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionConsulting 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Generative AI and the Future of Product Development Imagine you’re shopping for a new dress. You have a vision of your colorful, dream dress, but you haven’t been able to find it anywhere online or in-store. But what if you could create it yourself with the help of artificial intelligence (AI)? Generative AI is fundamentally reshaping the product development process, offering many unique […] Julie Marobella February 1, 2024February 1, 2024 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIData & InsightsShoppersPredictions and ForecastsConsumersCoca ColaMarketing: UGCMerchandisingExecutivesCustomer ExperienceCompetitionMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationStrategyResults & InvestmentDept. HBCESG and CSRGoogleMarketing: In StorePartnershipsTikTok 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Universal Music Group Plans To Take Down Catalog From TikTok Universal Music Group (UMG), which represents popular artists such as Taylor Swift, Billie Eilish, Bad Bunny, Alicia Keys, Drake, and many more, says it will be taking down its music from TikTok. RetailWire February 1, 2024February 1, 2024 < 1 min read TikTokMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: Print 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Navigating Consumers’ Social Shopping Trust Issues in 2024 Over the past few years, consumers have become hyperconnected online. What used to be individual tasks, like exchanging money or listening to music, are now opportunities for social networking among friends with apps like Venmo and Spotify. It was only a matter of time before shopping took to social platforms as well, and it has […] Randy Bapst January 29, 2024January 29, 2024 3 min read ConsumersESG and CSRMarketing: Social Mediasocial commercePredictions and ForecastsMarketing: UGCAcquisitionTechnology & InnovationLegal & CriminalEconomyShoppersData & InsightsExecutivesAssociatesMeta (Facebook)StreamingThick DataMarketing: BroadcastTikTok 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing ‘I don’t want to spend’: How a TikTok comedian’s call for ‘loud budgeting’ can help your wallet “Loud budgeting” emphasizes being vocal about wanting to save money. Here’s how to use this TikTok trend to your advantage. CNBC January 29, 2024January 29, 2024 < 1 min read TikTokMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: In Store 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass VIDEO: Walmart drone delivery for groceries? It’s a thing A new video via a TikTok user shows everything from touchdown to product reveal 0 Author Missing January 28, 2024January 28, 2024 < 1 min read WalmartDeliveryMarketing: Social MediaTikTok 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Trends & External Forces Court sets late August start date for hearing on Kroger-Albertsons merger A federal judge in Oregon will decide during the proceeding whether to grant the FTC’s request to block the transaction. Written by Grocery Dive March 12, 2024March 14, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Channel: Restaurants Department & Category Department: Consumer Durables Department: Food Department: Nonfood ESG Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Merchandising Kids Like to Go Out to Eat ask Chuck E. Cheese Don’t want to cook, don’t want to do dishes, well according to Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® your kids don’t want you hear you complain about cooking dinner either. Chuck E. Cheese has a new program for that has a great chance to make the entire family happy according […] Written by Grocerant Guru March 11, 2024March 14, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Corporate Finance Publix reports 49% growth in net earnings in FY23 US supermarket chain Publix has reported net earnings of $4.3bn in FY23, marking a 49% increase from FY22’s $2.9bn. The post Publix reports 49% growth in net earnings in FY23 appeared first on Retail Insight Network. Written by Retail Insights Network March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Corporate Finance Media & Marketing Agencies & Vendors Data & Insights Trends & External Forces Target Q4 2023 Earnings Recap Target reported Q4 and 2023 financial results at its annual investor day on March 5, 2024. Quarterly comp performance improved sequentially from Q2 to Q4, but 2023 ended with comps down -3.7%. Profitability outperformed expectations as the company realized $2B of operating income growth in 2023 and reported notable gross margin improvements. The stock was […] Written by The Harvest Group March 8, 2024March 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces CPG: Food Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Channel: Grocery Channel: Mass Department & Category Department: Beverage Department: Food Department: HBC Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers Corporate Strategy Corporate Finance ESG Partnerships & Alt Profit Media & Marketing Data & Insights Shopper & Customer Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Retail Operations Associates & Employees Operations & Supply Chain Owned Brands (Private Label) Stores & Formats Kroger Reports Fourth Quarter and Full-Year 2023 Results, Announces Guidance for 2024 Comments from Chairman and CEO Rodney McMullen. "Kroger achieved strong 2023 results, in line with our long-term growth model and built upon three consecutive years of historic growth. Written by Kroger March 7, 2024March 8, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked