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Walmart Aims to Become ‘Customer’s Concierge’ With Latest Retail Technologies
January 09, 2024

The future of commerce will be “customer-centric, interconnected, frictionless and consistently exceeds expectations.” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

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Rent the Runway Cuts 10% of Corporate Staff 
January 09, 2024

With subscriber growth slowing, fashion rental firm Rent the Runway has begun cutting staff. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By...

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Carrefour-PepsiCo Spat Comes as Grocers Step Up Efforts to Manage Inflation
January 09, 2024

As rising food prices alienate grocery customers, merchants are beginning to throw their weight around with major food brands, if the Carrefour-PepsiCo standoff is any indication, though the truth may be murkier. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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Digital Growth Compounds Grocers’ Margin Pressures
January 09, 2024

Consumers’ increasing adoption of grocers’ in-house eCommerce options is eating into the retailers’ margins amid ongoing financial challenges. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to...

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Retail Theft and Shrink Reports Have Investors Seeking Answers
January 09, 2024

Last year saw several retailers report that their profits were being hurt by “shrink.” Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

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Consumer Group Aims to Close Quarter-Billion ‘Gift Card Loophole’
January 09, 2024

A consumer group is campaigning to change Washington state’s 20-year-old gift card law. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

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Synchrony Lets Pet Parents Put Doggie Daycare and Grooming on Payments Plans
January 09, 2024

Almost 1 in 5, or 23 million, American households welcomed a new furry friend during the pandemic. However, the significance extends beyond the surge in pet adoptions. People are increasingly acknowledging that furry companions occupy a special and cherished place not only in their hearts...

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myGemma CEO: Luxury Resale’s Network Effect Fosters Loyalty, Repeat Business
January 09, 2024

Luxury resale tends to be dominated by consignment platforms. Sites like The RealReal buy designer clothes, bags and jewelry, and then mark the prices to a level that will move the inventory. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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Instacart Brings Digital Marketing to Brick-and-Mortar as CPG Ads Get Smarter
January 08, 2024

With grocery brands looking for more personalized, targeted ways to reach shoppers, Instacart is enabling in-store digital marketing with smart cart advertising. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...