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Amazon vs Walmart Holiday Battle May Come Down to Loyalty Programs
November 21, 2024

As the holiday shopping season approaches, the competition between retail giants Walmart and Amazon intensifies, shaping the eCommerce landscape. Both companies have established themselves as formidable players, offering extensive product assortments, competitive pricing and efficient logistics networks that ensure quick delivery. This rivalry is particularly...

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App Provider Rankings: Ulta Beauty Revamps Digital Strategy to Boost Engagement
November 21, 2024

With the shopping season upon us, PYMNTS’ App Provider Rankings take a peek into shopping apps. And what we found were some strategies paying dividends in retail app usage and access. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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Instacart CEO Focuses on Grocery Partnerships as Firm’s Value Drops
November 21, 2024

Instacart’s CEO is focusing on grocery partnerships amid investor skepticism. 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,...

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Catalog Sales Explore the Shift Toward Digital and the Power of Physical
November 18, 2024

It was 72 pages and every kid’s dream. Before the tsunami of Amazon and eCommerce turned the industry upside down, the Toys R Us catalog was the bible for holiday gifts, promising the best for good little boys and girls and more than $1,000 in...

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Instacart Offers Members an ‘Express Lane’ for $0 Holiday Deliveries
November 18, 2024

Instacart has introduced “Express Lane,” a holiday-themed perk for Instacart+ members. 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...

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From Sneaker Obsession to D2C Success: How Richard Brown Built Proof Culture
November 15, 2024

Proof Culture founder and CEO Richard Brown’s love of sneakers began long before he ever thought of turning his passion into a direct-to-consumer business. He vividly remembers the thrill of getting his first pair of LA Gears when he was a kid, carefully laying them...

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Amazon Innovates on Alexa and ‘Hauls’ in a New Shopping Experience
November 15, 2024

With a nod to digital engagement and the fast-approaching holiday shopping season, Levi’s launched the Levi’s Jeans Fit Guide in Germany, using Amazon Alexa technology to help shoppers find the right style and size without trying on jeans. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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Singles’ Day Sales Growth Slows Amid China’s Economic Challenges
November 11, 2024

Retail sales made during China’s annual Singles’ Day shopping event reportedly slowed again this year amid the country’s economic challenges and consumer skepticism about retailers’ promotions. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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New Data: Amazon Expands Grocery Reach, but Walmart Maintains Delivery Edge
November 08, 2024

Amazon’s latest move into the grocery sector, through a new partnership with Mexican grocery delivery startup Jüsto, signals its push to expand its food and essentials offerings. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...