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Gift Card Scams Surge as Maryland Enacts Law Amid Federal Crackdown
July 29, 2024

Gift card scams are back in the news, with two federal agencies issuing warnings about their proliferation and one state now passing a law aimed at stopping its latest iteration called card draining, where scammers deplete the value of gift cards before they are used....

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Doomsday Ready: Costco Aims to Be the Go-To Retailer for Preppers
July 27, 2024

As many consumers look for ways to ease their doomsday anxieties, Costco is positioning itself as the go-to retailer for consumers who are worried about worst-case scenarios. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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Amazon and Walmart Tap Imaging Tech to Improve eCommerce Experience
July 26, 2024

Amazon and Walmart are looking to make the online shopping experience more visual in an effort to boost consumers’ eCommerce engagement. 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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PYMNTS Data Shows Married Parents Driving Retail Trends
July 24, 2024

Married parents are emerging as the leading demographic for apparel retailers, demonstrating a preference for clothing and accessories purchases compared to other household types, and merchants are adapting accordingly. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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Best Buy CMO Jennie Weber Says Customers Want Inspiration, Not Information
July 24, 2024

As Best Buy looks to turn its sales around, the electronics retailer is rethinking its relationship to its customers as shoppers’ expectations have evolved, prioritizing providing inspiration over product education. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

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English, Welsh Retailers Call for Crackdown as Shoplifting Leaps 30%
July 24, 2024

Shoplifting surged by 30% in England and Wales over the last year, a government agency reported Wednesday (July 24). 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...

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Shop Talk: High-End Consumers Swap Fancy Threads for Fancy Sweets
July 24, 2024

As consumers cut back on many premium products in the face of ongoing economic challenges, luxury chocolate brand MarieBelle New York is benefitting from shoppers’ desire to enjoy high-end experiences without breaking the bank. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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Albertsons’ Loyalty Refresh Contributes to 23% Digital Growth
July 23, 2024

As grocery shoppers increasingly seek out Click-and-Mortar™ technologies for a seamless omnichannel experience, Albertsons is seeing double-digit online growth, helped by its rewards refresh. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

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Croissant Expands Guaranteed Resale Price Offering to Mobile App
July 23, 2024

Croissant has launched an iOS mobile app that shows consumers guaranteed resale prices on apparel and accessories while they shop at more than 100 brands and retailers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...