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Metaverse Goes Mainstream, Retailers Adopt D2C Playbook, Resale Sees Opportunity

Metaverse Goes Mainstream, Retailers Adopt D2C Playbook, Resale Sees Opportunity
Metaverse Goes Mainstream, Retailers Adopt D2C Playbook, Resale Sees Opportunity
November 10, 2021  |  Today In Data

Retailers are borrowing from the direct-to-consumer playbook in their new store concepts. Plus, resale marketplaces find a “compelling opportunity” among the supply chain bottleneck, and...

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Chatbots Get Second Life, the Connected Fitness Bust, Amazon Payment Service Deals
Chatbots Get Second Life, the Connected Fitness Bust, Amazon Payment Service Deals
November 09, 2021  |  Today In Data

Peloton’s drop and Planet Fitness’ rise could signal the end of the growth of connected fitness. Plus, Amazon gives deals to customers who use payment...

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Pinterest Stands Alone, Retailers Slammed by Abuse, Walmart Takes on Alexa
Pinterest Stands Alone, Retailers Slammed by Abuse, Walmart Takes on Alexa
November 08, 2021  |  Today In Data

Bogus returns, promotion abuse and other customer service tricks are costing large retailers upwards of $90 billion. Plus, we have all the latest news from...

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Shopping Centers’ Traffic Problem, Etsy as eCommerce Antidote, Wayfair Could Add New Stores
Shopping Centers’ Traffic Problem, Etsy as eCommerce Antidote, Wayfair Could Add New Stores
November 05, 2021  |  Today In Data

Etsy positions itself as the antidote to commoditized eCommerce platforms. Plus, Wayfair hints that it will have a larger physical presence next year, and shopping...

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Healthcare Customers Challenged, BNPL Brings Flexibility, Allbirds’ Path to Profitability
Healthcare Customers Challenged, BNPL Brings Flexibility, Allbirds’ Path to Profitability
November 04, 2021  |  Today In Data

The Affirm president sees BNPL offerings as a way to increase flexibility and transparency for consumers and merchants. Plus, Allbirds goes public and expects to...

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Today in Data: Appeal of High-Value Customers, Self-Service Holidays, Ear Piercing Gets D2C Boost
Today in Data: Appeal of High-Value Customers, Self-Service Holidays, Ear Piercing Gets D2C Boost
November 03, 2021  |  Today In Data

Kohl’s and Best Buy are setting up for a self-service holiday shopping season. Plus, the direct-to-consumer approach is overhauling the mall-based ear-piercing market, and retail...

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Holiday Shopping Fever Begins, Amazon Quiet About Upcoming Stores, Hybrid Fitness Expanding
Holiday Shopping Fever Begins, Amazon Quiet About Upcoming Stores, Hybrid Fitness Expanding
November 02, 2021  |  Today In Data

Amazon says brick-and-mortar locations will help the retailer expand its omnichannel offerings for shoppers. Plus, consumers will continue relying on a blend of home gyms...

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SMBs Push for Local Shopping, Labor Shortage Will Hamper Holidays, Opportunities to Connect
SMBs Push for Local Shopping, Labor Shortage Will Hamper Holidays, Opportunities to Connect
November 01, 2021  |  Today In Data

Retailers are relying on subscriptions and personalization to help them deepen their relationships with their customers. Plus, small and medium-sized businesses are still a long...

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eBay’s Active Buyer Count Drops, Google’s Shoppable Magazine, ‘Amazon Christmas’ Has Begun
eBay’s Active Buyer Count Drops, Google’s Shoppable Magazine, ‘Amazon Christmas’ Has Begun
October 29, 2021  |  Today In Data

Discover how Google’s shoppable magazine highlights the changes in commerce. Plus, holiday shoppers are already relying heavily on Amazon to fill their wish lists, and...

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