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Brick-and-Mortar Merchants to Take a Hit as Retail Sales Sputter?
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Brick-and-Mortar Merchants to Take a Hit as Retail Sales Sputter?
November 15, 2023

Seven months of spending at the register… and now comes an interruption. 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...

Why Neighborly Borrowing Can Be a Brand Opportunity 
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Why Neighborly Borrowing Can Be a Brand Opportunity 
November 15, 2023

Borrowing from your neighbor can be more than just a casual exchange of items. It can also be a gateway to discovering and experiencing new brands.    Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

Smart Carts Expand Even as Shoppers Demand More Traditional Self-Checkout
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Smart Carts Expand Even as Shoppers Demand More Traditional Self-Checkout
November 14, 2023

Smart shopping carts are expanding to more grocery chains, even as those that try to rely solely on the technology for self-checkout are finding that many consumers would rather stick with more traditional methods. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

Sally Beauty Says Shoppers Are Getting Frugal in The Beauty Aisle 
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Sally Beauty Says Shoppers Are Getting Frugal in The Beauty Aisle 
November 14, 2023

Consumers are trimming down on the frills and only indulging in essential items, according to Sally Beauty in its latest quarterly update on Tuesday (Nov. 14).   Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Consignment Shops Diversify to Boost Sales as Consumers Pull Back 
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Consignment Shops Diversify to Boost Sales as Consumers Pull Back 
November 14, 2023

As the impact of inflation reverberates through consumer spending, luxury consignment shops feel the pinch, experiencing a surge in haute couture stress.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

No Shame in the Game: Why Consumers Are Proudly Flaunting Dupes
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No Shame in the Game: Why Consumers Are Proudly Flaunting Dupes
November 14, 2023

“Dupe, private label, call it what you want, consumers want more,” PYMNTS said in March, and that’s a sentiment that lives on. This is because inflation is highly relevant, much like it was earlier this year.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

Report: Two-Thirds of Retailers Have Excess Inventory as Holidays Approach
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Report: Two-Thirds of Retailers Have Excess Inventory as Holidays Approach
November 13, 2023

American retailers could be saddled with a glut of inventory for the holiday shopping season. 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,...

As ‘Sensory-Friendly’ Store Hours Catch On, Walmart Expands 
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As ‘Sensory-Friendly’ Store Hours Catch On, Walmart Expands 
November 13, 2023

Walmart has implemented its designated hours, known as “sensory-friendly hours,” for patrons across its entire U.S. network of stores.   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...

Ulta Beauty Limits Free Sample To Boost Loyalty
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Ulta Beauty Limits Free Sample To Boost Loyalty
November 13, 2023

Who doesn’t love a free sample?    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 completing this form, you agree...