Holidays: Page 18


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    Holiday spending to rise 7.1%: Mastercard

    In its latest report, the credit card company anticipates shoppers will want discounts this holiday season to combat rising inflation. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 14, 2022
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    Holiday sales growth expected to slow this season: report

    Inflation is projected to impact consumer spending overall, while e-commerce sales are expected to grow more this season according to Deloitte.

    By Sept. 13, 2022
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    A look at the 2025 holiday season

    From price-conscious shoppers to ever-changing tariffs, retailers have a lot to juggle this holiday season.

    By Retail Dive staff
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    Target partners with FAO Schwarz on exclusive, multiyear deal

    The retailer's stores will feature a dedicated space for the toy company, with demonstrations at select stores throughout the holiday season.

    By Sept. 12, 2022
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    Party City to hire 20,000 temporary employees in time for holiday season

    The theme party retailer said employees will work in 750 stores and 150 popups nationwide.

    By Aug. 31, 2022
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    UPS peak surcharges to affect large shippers expecting strong holiday demand

    The fee follows FedEx and the Postal Service announcing their own cost hikes.

    By Max Garland • Aug. 29, 2022
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    A must for your e-Commerce holiday strategy? A stellar customer experience

    Find out how to elevate your e-Commerce customer experience and why it matters this holiday season.

    Aug. 29, 2022
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    The Weekly Closeout: Farfetch invests in Yoox Net-A-Porter, and Belk sues GameStop and former CEO

    The retailer is taking over a 47.5% stake from Cartier-owner Richemont, and the department store accuses Nir Patel of poaching employees.

    By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 26, 2022
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    How tensions between FedEx Ground and its contractors reached a boiling point

    The logistics giant's model for independent delivery providers is broken, an analyst said. One contractor is leading a push for change.

    By Max Garland • Aug. 26, 2022
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    Shoppers await price hikes, seek discounts ahead of the holidays: survey

    Consumers say they are stressed about purchasing gifts due to inflation, and 56% want to buy during sales events like Labor Day and Black Friday. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 24, 2022
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    Major FedEx Ground contractor to stop delivering if agreement isn’t reached by Black Friday

    Spencer Patton, who operates 225 routes in 10 states, has publicly pushed for better contract terms for delivery providers to account for inflationary pressures.

    By Max Garland • Aug. 24, 2022
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    Turn curiosity into customers this holiday season

    Today, omni and eCommerce retailers need to exceed the expectations of a new, intuitive shopper – a consumer that already expects a seamless experience that’s personalized to their needs.

    By Christina Brandeberry • Aug. 22, 2022
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    Rising prices have made shoppers choosey, budget-minded and less loyal — but they’re still spending

    With some relief at the pump for consumers in July, retail sales held steady against inflation. But the rest of the year could be tough as the holidays approach.

    By Aug. 18, 2022
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    Inflation drives shopping changes for 85% of consumers: survey

    Low- and middle-income consumers could bear the brunt of inflation, creating trouble for retailers this holiday season, Morning Consult suggests.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 18, 2022
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    Amazon announces first peak season fee for its fulfillment services

    The e-commerce giant said it previously absorbed the higher cost of holiday shipping, but added that seasonal expenses have reached new heights.

    By Max Garland • Aug. 17, 2022
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    In the next few months, 60% of small retailers could shutter for good: report

    Inflation, rent hikes and lower consumer spending are among the challenges that some indie stores say are making things worse than during the pandemic.

    By July 19, 2022
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    Retail braces for the second half of the year, as cautious shoppers pay more but get less

    June’s retail sales reflect a drastic change for consumers, who were supported by the government last year but are now squeezed by inflation.

    By July 18, 2022
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    Amazon schedules Prime Day for mid-July

    Most U.S. Prime members plan to shop the sale, but there’s evidence they’ll be cautious about spending and will also seek out deals at rivals.

    By June 16, 2022
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    5 ways to maximize your revenue this Mother's Day

    Gifters are eager to spoil their moms this year. So why not dazzle them during their hunt for the perfect gift?

    By Melissa Lagomarsino • April 25, 2022
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    Urban Outfitters taps Club Monaco vet to lead namesake brand

    The company's fourth quarter momentum petered out in January as shipping costs weighed on margins and traffic to stores fell off.

    By Feb. 11, 2022
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    Google's retail bets pay off during topsy-turvy holidays, ad revenue tops $61B

    The tech giant is eyeing more shoppable opportunities in livestreaming, while its TikTok clone YouTube Shorts enters the "super early" testing phase. 

    By Peter Adams • Feb. 2, 2022
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    Adobe: Holiday e-commerce topped $204B in the US

    Online spending rose nearly 9% compared to last year, though typical red-letter days like Black Friday and Cyber Monday took a back seat.

    By Jan. 13, 2022
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    How retailers weathered the holidays in 2021

    Some have raised their Q4 guidance after a successful season, while others suffered from supply chain challenges and soft foot traffic.

    By , Jan. 13, 2022
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    Holiday hiring in retail dropped 7%

    New analysis from Challenger, Gray & Christmas shows seasonal jobs fell to their lowest levels since 2016 as COVID-19 surged once again. 

    By Jan. 12, 2022
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    Global online sales exceed $1 trillion during the holidays: Salesforce

    Despite external challenges, consumers continued to splurge online.

    By Maria Monteros • Jan. 12, 2022
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    Holiday rewind: How the shopping experience changed in 2021

    From the return of Macy's Santa visits to augmented reality stores, holiday shopping took on a new form.  

    By , , , , , Maria Monteros • Jan. 10, 2022