Consumer Trends: Page 59
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Most back-to-school shoppers plan to buy in-store
For consumers shopping online, though, Amazon and Walmart are the top destinations, according to a new report by Coresight Research.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 9, 2019 -
Price, delivery options drive consumer online shopping decisions
Ninety percent of consumers research products before making online purchases, with 58% citing Amazon as the top resource, per a UPS report.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 8, 2019 -
Trendline
Digital innovation and technology trends in retail
Generative AI and TikTok Shop have replaced the metaverse and NFTs as the hot topics of the day — here’s a look at how brands are using them.
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With tariffs looming, shoppers say they'll adjust spending
A survey from Shopkick finds that 60% of consumers plan to change their shopping habits if tariffs on Chinese goods go into effect on Sept. 1.
By Jessica Dumont • Aug. 7, 2019 -
Opinion
Independent toy stores are using experiences to attract customers
Local retailers are stepping up to shape the toy industry, writes Kimberly Mosley, president of the American Specialty Toy Retailing Association.
By Kimberly Mosley • Aug. 1, 2019 -
Deep Dive
Why are fashion supply chains so wasteful?
Consumer textile waste may be worse, but there are also problems with how garments are designed and produced.
By Emma Cosgrove • Aug. 1, 2019 -
Is a b8ta, Tru Kids partnership enough to win back customers?
The announcement sparked nostalgia among consumers, but it's unclear if the hype will last. Eight experts weigh in.
By Caroline Jansen • July 31, 2019 -
Gen Z doesn't want to pay full price for apparel
The group lists affordability as a core value when making purchasing decisions, according to recent research from MakerSights.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 30, 2019 -
Coresight: Back-to-school sales to grow up to 2.5%
The estimates, based on positive economic indicators, are sunnier than those of the National Retail Federation, but also represent a slowdown in growth.
By Ben Unglesbee • July 29, 2019 -
Column
Retail Therapy: Cheez-It's bid to win the hearts of sommeliers
The brand, known for its cheese-flavored crackers, teamed up with House Wine to unveil a product that's the best of both worlds.
By Caroline Jansen • July 26, 2019 -
Opinion
The apparel industry has to get faster, leaner and meaner
Results in the sector have been pretty dismal, and retailers need to shake things up, writes RSR Research's Paula Rosenblum.
By Paula Rosenblum • July 25, 2019 -
Sephora reveals the Next Big Thing
New end caps will feature up-and-coming makeup brands, and should be fully rolled out by the holidays.
By Cara Salpini • July 25, 2019 -
Retrieved from Walmart on July 23, 2019
Deep DiveThe state of the pet retail industry
The pet sector may be resilient in the face of economic headwinds, but it's still a dog-eat-dog world.
By Caroline Jansen • July 24, 2019 -
Deep Dive
Why dynamic and personalized pricing strategies haven’t taken over retail — yet
The robots are here and ready to overthrow the standardized price tag. They're just waiting for retailers to hit the start button.
By Ben Unglesbee • July 22, 2019 -
Retrieved from Nike on July 12, 2018
Gen Z has a thing for BOPIS
A recent survey found 58% of Gen Z shoppers have used buy online, pick up in-store for a purchase, and 60% said it was a factor in deciding where to shop.
By Morgan Forde • July 19, 2019 -
Column
Retail Therapy: Oscar Mayer wants you to relish its Wienermobile
The brand this week made some dreams come true by announcing the iconic hot-dog-on-wheels will be available for rent on Airbnb.
By Caroline Jansen • July 19, 2019 -
How Prime Day 2019 played out
The event spurred online sales across the industry, but the advantage still belongs to Amazon, experts say.
By Daphne Howland • July 17, 2019 -
Back-to-school shopping on mobile will jump this year
A Deloitte study shows changing consumer trends for school supplies in late summer, but most shoppers still favor brick-and-mortar stores for purchases.
By Robert Williams • July 16, 2019 -
What 5 stats say about Prime Day 2019
With Amazon's fifth-annual sales day underway, Retail Dive took a look at what experts had to say about the event.
By Caroline Jansen • July 15, 2019 -
Charming Charlie's pending liquidation a reminder of bankruptcy's limits
The retailer plans to close all 261 stores in bankruptcy after its first trip through Chapter 11 failed to fix its underlying problems.
By Ben Unglesbee • July 12, 2019 -
Retrieved from Starbucks on July 11, 2019
ColumnRetail Therapy: Starbucks serves a double shot of absurdity
The coffee chain this week rolled out the "Tie-Dye Frappuccino," because apparently it loves Instagram way more than its baristas.
By Caroline Jansen • July 12, 2019 -
Opinion
Shopping with Bob: RH Gallery in the New York City Meatpacking District
The five-story showroom blurs the lines between restaurant and retail, writes Bob Phibbs.
By Bob Phibbs • July 11, 2019 -
Levi's sales up 5% as DTC business posts double-digit growth
Sales are on the rise across the denim brand's business, and it plans to expand into new categories and markets while using technology to boost profits.
By Ben Unglesbee • July 10, 2019 -
Opinion
An inclusive customer experience for non-binary people is necessary
The total spending power of the global LGBTQ+ community is akin to the GDP of the fourth-largest country in the world, writes A.T. Kearney's Bachul Koul.
By Bachul Koul • July 10, 2019 -
Retrieved from Target on July 08, 2019
Target heads to campus with more small-format stores
The retailer will open three additional locations near universities that offer grab-and-go food items, household essentials and school supplies.
By Jessica Dumont • July 9, 2019 -
Deep Dive
Does the world still need Babies R Us?
With the possibility of a comeback, nostalgia for Toys R Us' namesake brand fueled interest. But the same may not be said for its specialty baby brand.
By Caroline Jansen • July 8, 2019
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