Retail

Retail is the process of selling consumer goods or services to customers through multiple channels of distribution to earn a profit. Retailers satisfy demand identified through a supply chain.

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Tech Takes the Reins: Digital Innovation Drives Holiday Cheer for Shoppers
Tech Takes the Reins: Digital Innovation Drives Holiday Cheer for Shoppers
December 07, 2024  |  Retail

The holiday shopping season has long been the crown jewel of the retail calendar. But as consumer habits evolve, so too do the tools retailers...

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This Week in AI: AI Opens Door for Retailers to Gather Insights and Drive Spending
This Week in AI: AI Opens Door for Retailers to Gather Insights and Drive Spending
December 06, 2024  |  artificial intelligence

New research shows artificial intelligence (AI) can now navigate computer interfaces through voice commands to handle eCommerce transactions, even as most U.S. consumers don’t realize...

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AI Visual Search Apps Target Social Media Style of ‘See-Now-Buy-Now’
AI Visual Search Apps Target Social Media Style of ‘See-Now-Buy-Now’
December 06, 2024  |  Retail

Tech firms are escalating their push to turn every outfit spotted on social media into an instant shopping opportunity, with startup Aesthetic launching the latest...

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Petco and Chewy Focus on Services and Customer Loyalty Programs
Petco and Chewy Focus on Services and Customer Loyalty Programs
December 06, 2024  |  Earnings

Elevating product offerings, customer engagement and operational efficiency to drive long-term growth in the competitive pet care market were common themes for pet health and...

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Buy Now or Pay More Later: Consumer Sentiment Drives Spending on Big-Ticket Items
Buy Now or Pay More Later: Consumer Sentiment Drives Spending on Big-Ticket Items
December 06, 2024  |  Economy

Now’s the time to buy — because everything might get more expensive, sooner rather than later. To that end, the latest edition of the University of...

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Paycheck-to-Paycheck Consumers Eye Job Changes as Labor Market Shows Strength
Paycheck-to-Paycheck Consumers Eye Job Changes as Labor Market Shows Strength
December 06, 2024  |  Economy

It’s a natural reflex, part of human nature: When the pressure’s on, we look to a solution. For consumers living paycheck to paycheck, the prospect...

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Walmart’s Gains in Premium Market Shake Up Holiday Sales
Walmart’s Gains in Premium Market Shake Up Holiday Sales
December 06, 2024  |  Retail

Following a strong Black Friday and Cyber Monday, both Walmart and Amazon reported record-breaking sales, with their platforms seeing growth from third-party sellers. Walmart reported...

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 Kroger’s Digital Engagement Strategy Drives Growth Amid Sluggish Sales
 Kroger’s Digital Engagement Strategy Drives Growth Amid Sluggish Sales
December 05, 2024  |  Earnings

Despite Kroger’s third-quarter results taking a slight a dip, digital growth is still making a splash. Kroger’s digital transformation continues to show promising results as...

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Dollar General Tests Same-Day Delivery to Compete With Walmart
Dollar General Tests Same-Day Delivery to Compete With Walmart
December 05, 2024  |  Delivery

Amid ongoing economic pressures, Dollar General is refining its approach to better serve its financially constrained customers, CEO Todd Vasos said Thursday (Dec. 5) during the...

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