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Social Commerce
Discover Global Network Points to Social Commerce as Example of Shopping’s Digital Transformation
August 12, 2024

The lines between social interaction and commerce are increasingly blurred, and they show no signs of separating, at least not anytime soon. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

Retail
Fast-Food Chains Promote Value as Restaurant Prices Climb
August 11, 2024

Value has become the watchword for fast-food brands these days. 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...

Wearables
Google Wallet and Acorns Launch Payment Solution Designed for Kids
August 09, 2024

Parents can now provide their 7- to 12-year-old kids with a wearable payment device powered by Google Wallet and GoHenry by Acorns. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required....

Social Commerce
Social Commerce Shoppers Pick Instagram for Apparel, TikTok for Beauty
August 09, 2024

As consumers begin to adopt social media channels to make purchases, PYMNTS Intelligence found which apps shoppers are turning to for different kinds of retail products. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Investments
FLYR Raises $295 Million to Expand AI-Based Travel Industry Platform
August 09, 2024

FLYR raised $295 million to accelerate the development and delivery of its reservation systems and artificial intelligence-based decision automation solutions to travel industry companies around the globe. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

Retail
From Travel to Coffee to eCommerce, Consumers are Pulling Back
August 09, 2024

Consumers are thinking twice before pulling the trigger to buy even everyday items — a hesitation to spend that’s evidencing itself in slowdowns and headwinds for all manner of firms across all avenues of commerce.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

Retail
Macy’s VP: Restructuring Aims to Elevate Customer Experience and Drive Growth
August 09, 2024

Earlier this year, Macy’s launched a restructuring initiative called “A Bold New Chapter,” aimed at reinvigorating the company and driving growth. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

Retail
How Consumers Shop: Five Insights From This Year’s PYMNTS Intelligence Reports
August 09, 2024

So far this year, PYMNTS Intelligence data has illuminated a wide range of shopper behaviors, highlighting how omnichannel engagement is changing over time and how economic pressures are impacting spending habits. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

Banking
ClearBank Expands Clearing and Embedded Banking Services to Europe
August 09, 2024

Embedded banking firm ClearBank expanded from the United Kingdom to Europe. 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...