Subscriptions

Subscriptions
42% of Retail Subscribers May Bail if Merchants Ditch Free Shipping
July 03, 2023

For consumers with retail product subscriptions, free shipping is essential to maintaining their loyalty. 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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Snapchat+ Reaches 4 Million Subscribers as Gen Z Demands Exclusive Access
July 03, 2023

Inflation-concerned consumers may be looking to cut back on unnecessary subscriptions, but as Snapchat’s rapid subscriber growth suggests, many remain willing to pay a premium for that VIP feeling — especially younger generations. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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Mastercard and Subaio Team to Help Consumers Control Subscriptions
June 29, 2023

Mastercard says it wants to help consumers get a better handle on their subscriptions. 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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Costco’s Membership Crackdown Follows Netflix’s Lead, But Will It Backfire?
June 28, 2023

Costco is taking a page from Netflix’s book, cracking down on membership sharing, but the wholesaler may be overlooking a key difference between its membership and the streaming service’s. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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Meta Launches Subscription Service on Games for Virtual Reality Headsets
June 26, 2023

Meta has launched a new subscription service on games for its virtual reality (VR) headsets. 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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Report: FTC Lawsuit Aims to Develop Standards for Membership Programs
June 23, 2023

The FTC is reportedly sending a message to all retailers with its lawsuit against Amazon. 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,...

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FTC Amazon Prime Suit Points to Larger Issues on Subscription Cancellations
June 21, 2023

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Smaller Fast-Casual Chains Take Page From Panera’s Book With Subscriptions
June 20, 2023

With fast-casual giant Panera Bread continuing to see increased loyalty from its beverage subscription program, smaller fast-casual brands are looking to emulate that success with item giveaway subscriptions of their own. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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New Data Shows Why 48% of Retail Subscription Customers May Not Be Worth Retaining
June 14, 2023

The retail subscription sector is feeling the pain of financially tapped-out consumers or those simply disenchanted with the workings of subscription plans, making retention strategies and increasing lifetime value (LTV) the mission for subscription merchants in the second half of 2023. Get the Full Story...