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D2C Brands Increasingly Take Over NYC Retail With Brick-and-Mortar Shops
October 13, 2023

As direct-to-consumer (D2C) companies look to drive more long-lasting relationships, many are finding that if they want to deepen customers’ connection to their brands, they must offer physical touchpoints, and New York City is the place to do it. Get the Full Story Complete the...

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Hy-Vee Automates Facilities as Grocers Rethink Direct Fulfillment
October 13, 2023

With some grocers scaling up their in-house fulfillment infrastructure and others pulling back, Hy-Vee is tapping automated warehouses to meet digital demand. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

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Budget-Conscious Chinese Consumers Drive Sales for Value-Focused Companies
October 13, 2023

Companies that cater to budget-conscious Chinese consumers have reportedly seen sales soar, while their upmarket rivals have struggled to keep up. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

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Walgreens Looks Aisle to Aisle to Cut Costs
October 13, 2023

Following the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic’s transition, a leadership reorganization, a shaky foray into health care, and recent labor issues with pharmacy staff, Walgreens is now going “line by line” to see where the company could cut costs.   Get the Full Story Complete...

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Anthropologie’s QR-Powered Pinterest Unites Online and In-Store Shopping 
October 13, 2023

For years, Pinterest has been a mecca of inspiration, a virtual canvas where consumers explore endless creative ideas, whether it’s fashion, interior design, or any other endeavor that fuels the imagination.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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Netflix Announces Plans to Open ‘Netflix House’ Retail Stores
October 13, 2023

Netflix, the popular streaming TV service, has announced its plans to open retail stores called “Netflix House” in 2025. These stores will offer fans the opportunity to fully immerse themselves in the worlds of their favorite TV shows, providing a unique and interactive experience. Get...

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Amazon Prime Members Bagged $1 Billion in October Deal Day Savings
October 13, 2023

This week, Amazon and Walmart have been locked in intense competition, each striving to secure the loyalty and spending of shoppers.   Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

Payment Methods
Embedded Payments Demand That Firms Understand ‘Entire Chain’ of Transactions
October 13, 2023

“We’re still in the early innings” of embedded payments, Hersh Mansukhani, vice president of platforms and embedded payments at Fiserv, told PYMNTS’ Karen Webster. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

Fintech Investments
Partnerships and SoFi’s Galileo BNPL Expansion Lead FinTech IPO Index 1.3% Higher
October 13, 2023

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