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Retail
Consumers Blurring Lines Between In-Store and Online Grocery Shopping
October 27, 2023

Consumers are buying their groceries both online and in-store, a phenomenon known as hybrid purchasing, and this reality is set to upend retailers’ strategies. According to the “Changes in grocery shopping habits and perceptions,” a PYMNTS Intelligence study, 39% of U.S. grocery consumers shopped groceries...

Regulation
Companies Need to Be ‘Adaptive’ and ‘Curious’ in 2024 as Regulations Loom
October 27, 2023

Kathryn McCall, chief legal and compliance officer at Trustly, said that as 2023 gives way to 2024, there are a few simple truths governing payments. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

B2B Payments
CFOs See Instant Payments as ‘Cash Management’ Tool
October 27, 2023

The last few months have been ones of marked change for B2B payments, and the rise of embedded finance points the way for what’s to come in 2024 and beyond. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Payments Innovation
Plaid Says Consumer-Centric Innovation Will Power Money Movement
October 27, 2023

The year 2023 has been one of the biggest yet for innovation across the payments landscape. 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...

Fintech Investments
FinTech IPO Index Loses 4.7% as Platforms Lead to the Downside
October 27, 2023

The platforms led the FinTech IPO Index 4.7% lower this past week, as the year-to-date gains have been winnowed down to about 16%. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no...

Retail
Hasbro Revamps Games for Cost Efficiency, Including Jenga 
October 26, 2023

Hasbro, the toy manufacturer, is echoing Barbie-maker Mattel in cautioning that the upcoming holiday season might be lackluster, reflecting a trend of cautious consumer spending during this crucial period for retailers.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

eCommerce
Chipotle Taps Automation to Boost eCommerce Capacity Even as Digital Ordering Declines
October 26, 2023

Chipotle is testing automated technology to boost the capacity and efficiency of its makelines for eCommerce orders, even as consumers shift away from its digital channels. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

Retail
Camping World and Instacart Partner on Delivery of Outdoor Gear
October 26, 2023

Camping World has become the first dedicated camping and recreational vehicle (RV) supplies retailer to partner with Instacart for same-day delivery. 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...

Retail
1 in 3 Shoppers Interested in Frictionless In-Store Checkout
October 26, 2023

While “Just Walk Out”-style checkout remains quite new to most consumers, and may not be for everyone, PYMNTS Intelligence reveals that a significant portion of shoppers are open to the payment method, creating an opportunity for grocers looking to lower their labor costs. Get the...