subscriptions

The subscription business model is a business model in which a customer must pay a recurring price at regular intervals for access to a product. The model was pioneered by publishers of books and periodicals in the 17th century, and is now used by many businesses and websites.

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Kroger’s Home Chef Launches Heat-and-Eat Meals as Consumers Seek Takeout Alternatives
Kroger’s Home Chef Launches Heat-and-Eat Meals as Consumers Seek Takeout Alternatives
October 04, 2023  |  Retail

With consumers looking for lower-cost options to replace restaurant delivery and pickup without compromising on speed or convenience, Kroger is expanding its meal solutions business....

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Blue Apron and SmileDirectClub Prove Profits Are Ultimate Test for Subscription Firms
Blue Apron and SmileDirectClub Prove Profits Are Ultimate Test for Subscription Firms
October 04, 2023  |  Subscription Commerce

A hallmark of subscription startups has always been the lure of recurring revenues.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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How Netflix Shows the Importance of Getting Innovation’s Timing Right
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October 04, 2023  |  David S. Evans

There Are Ghosts, of Course A bit more than 25 years ago, on March 10, 1998, Netflix shipped its first DVD, “Beetlejuice,” about two ghosts played...

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Taco Bell Revives Subscription as Restaurants Seek New Loyalty Incentives
Taco Bell Revives Subscription as Restaurants Seek New Loyalty Incentives
October 03, 2023  |  Subscriptions

As restaurants look to drive traffic and frequency, Taco Bell is bringing back its taco subscription. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

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Who’s Going to Get Fitness-as-a-Service Right? 
Who’s Going to Get Fitness-as-a-Service Right? 
October 03, 2023  |  Fitness

Peloton and Lululemon announced a five-year global strategic partnership last week, with the goal of uniting fitness content and athletic apparel to forge a collective...

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Loyal Subscribers Account for Nearly 80% of Subscription Merchant Revenue
Loyal Subscribers Account for Nearly 80% of Subscription Merchant Revenue
October 03, 2023  |  Subscriptions

In the highly competitive world of retail subscription commerce, winning over loyal customers is crucial for providers to secure a lion’s share of revenue. Get...

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TikTok May Join Other Platforms With Ad-Free Subscription
TikTok May Join Other Platforms With Ad-Free Subscription
October 02, 2023  |  Subscriptions

TikTok is testing an ad-free monthly subscription plan. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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Gen Z Consumers Are Subscription Boxes’ Biggest Fans
Gen Z Consumers Are Subscription Boxes’ Biggest Fans
September 29, 2023  |  Consumer Insights

As retail subscriptions woo consumers of all ages, PYMNTS Intelligence reveals that, for providers that follow the surprise box model, Generation Z is the most...

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Report: Disney+ Canadian Subscriber Agreement Reveals Crackdown on Account Sharing
Report: Disney+ Canadian Subscriber Agreement Reveals Crackdown on Account Sharing
September 27, 2023  |  Subscription Commerce

The Walt Disney Co. has reportedly begun taking steps to restrict account sharing on its Disney+ streaming platform. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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