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Starbucks Says Turnaround Strategy Drives Growth in Global Comparable Stores Sales
Business // October 29, 2025

Starbucks said Wednesday (Oct. 29) that the turnaround strategy it launched last year led to its first global comparable store sales growth in seven quarters. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content...

PYMNTS Unveils Podcast Hub Bringing Industry Voices to the Connected Economy Conversation
Payment Methods // October 09, 2025

The way money moves is changing faster than ever, and so are the conversations shaping it. 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...

US Commerce Head: Tariffs ‘Not Going Away’
Politics // June 01, 2025

Despite an ongoing legal battle, the U.S. Commerce secretary said tariffs are here to stay.  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,...

37% of Shoppers Go In-Store for Beauty Products, Leading All Categories
Retail // May 30, 2025

Despite the persistent surge of eCommerce, recent data indicates that physical retail locations continue to play a vital role in consumer purchasing habits, attracting shoppers for distinct reasons and product types that differ significantly from online patterns.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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PYMNTS Unveils Podcast Hub Bringing Industry Voices to the Connected Economy Conversation

October 09, 2025
The way money moves is changing faster than ever, and so are the conversations shaping it. 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 completing this form, you agree to […]

37% of Shoppers Go In-Store for Beauty Products, Leading All Categories

May 30, 2025
Despite the persistent surge of eCommerce, recent data indicates that physical retail locations continue to play a vital role in consumer purchasing habits, attracting shoppers for distinct reasons and product...

Ulta Beauty’s AI Strategy Drives a 95% Customer Repurchase Rate

May 27, 2025
Ulta Beauty has built a fan following by making cosmetics accessible to the everyday shopper: It stocks not only premium brands but also mass-market cosmetics. Get the Full Story Complete...

Agentic AI Is Quietly Reshaping the eCommerce Funnel

May 19, 2025
Maybe browser tabs will become a source of eCommerce nostalgia. Because consumers who once toggled among a dozen browser tabs and comparison-shopping sites are increasingly posing a single question to...

Quick Reads
US Mint Ceases Penny Production, Citing High Costs and Supply Surplus

November 12, 2025
The U.S. Treasury announced it would halt the production of the nation’s circulating one-cent coin this week, citing escalating manufacturing costs and deeming the currency unnecessary for modern commerce, USA Today reported Wednesday (Nov. 12). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content […]

Starbucks Says Turnaround Strategy Drives Growth in Global Comparable Stores Sales

October 29, 2025
Starbucks said Wednesday (Oct. 29) that the turnaround strategy it launched last year led to its first global comparable store sales growth in seven quarters. Get the Full Story Complete...

US Commerce Head: Tariffs ‘Not Going Away’

June 01, 2025
Despite an ongoing legal battle, the U.S. Commerce secretary said tariffs are here to stay.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Canada Won’t Lift Tariffs Until Trump Does the Same

March 05, 2025
Canada reportedly won’t lift its retaliatory tariffs on the U.S. if the U.S. leaves its levies in place. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...