The online marketplace is such a ubiquitous part of modern retail that it rarely warrants a detailed look into how the format effects sales. Hundreds, if not thousands, of items from differing and often competing brands displayed side by side might even seem like the natural translation of...
The U.S. consumer may not fear inflation — at least, not yet — but there is a sense of unease as to where prices may be headed. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...
Just like asking parents to pick their favorite child, what son or daughter can choose between their doting mothers and supportive fathers? Well, when it comes to spending on each parent come Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, it seems like there’s a clear preference there...
Providing top-notch user experiences online and on mobile isn’t limited to retail categories. Sure, an Apple or a Microsoft that misses the mark with smooth site design and performance might have more egg on its face than others, but by and large consumers expect the...
One of the biggest stories of the holiday season was the hit that legacy department stores took when warm winter weather and continued consumer moves toward online retailers disrupted everything from revenue streams to inventory management. However, it would seem that consumer opinions on some...
Mondays can be rough, but at Vestis Retail Group, the start of the work week signaled a different kind of end entirely. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...
Retail experts have dozens of different metrics by which to judge how well the market is doing, from prices of common products to self-reported revenue figures. However, an increasing percentage of those metrics aren’t bringing particularly encouraging news. Get the Full Story Complete the form...
A new tool from analytics software firm FICO will allow consumers to see how future actions may impact their credit scores. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...
As both retailers and consumers continue to mature alongside the technology they both use to stay in touch with each other, it’s only to be expected that a good deal from each side figure out ways to optimize digital communications. According to a new study,...
