Social Commerce

Social Commerce
Gen Z Tops Millennials on Social Media Shopping and Spending
December 07, 2023

Generation Z consumers are more likely to use Instagram and TikTok to search for products than other generations. They often turn to social media to browse brands before using Google. Their interaction within the social network often leads to a purchase, more so than other...

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Nearly 1 in 5 Social Media Shoppers Used PayPal for Their Most Recent In-App Purchase
December 06, 2023

Social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram and TikTok have revolutionized the way consumers shop and interact with brands, with each channel meeting different consumer interests and needs. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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X’s Advertiser Exodus Could Cost Platform $75 Million
November 26, 2023

Advertisers continue to leave X, and could reportedly take $75 million with them. 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...

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Advertisers Flee X as Musk Threatens ‘Thermonuclear’ Lawsuit
November 19, 2023

Major advertisers continue to flee X following Elon Musk’s approval of an antisemitic conspiracy theory. 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...

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Klarna Expands Creator Shops as Consumers Embrace Social Commerce
November 13, 2023

Payments network Klarna has expanded its ad and marketing tools for creators and retailers.  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...

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Meta Enables Amazon Shopping Within Facebook and Instagram
November 09, 2023

Meta has unveiled a feature that enables Facebook and Instagram users to connect their accounts with Amazon for a seamless shopping experience. 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...

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Toys, Pet Products Expected to Fuel Retail Sales on Social Media 
November 08, 2023

Consumers are becoming increasingly connected on social media, and retailers are taking notice. 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....

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More Than 40% of Consumers Use Their Social Media Feeds to Find Products
November 01, 2023

In today’s digital age, social media has become a powerful tool for consumers to discover and purchase products. Platforms like TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube have transformed the way people shop, with each channel catering to different consumer interests. The influence of these platforms is evident in...

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Pinterest Says It Doesn’t Need to Track Users to Be Relevant  
October 30, 2023

Pinterest’s CEO, Bill Ready, made it clear on Monday (Oct. 30) that the social media platform is prepared to embrace a cookieless future, emphasizing that there’s no need to extensively track users. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...