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H&M Just Dropped a $46 Version of Meghan Markle's Chicest Summer Dress

H&M released a dress similar to one worn by Meghan Markle at a fraction of the price.

Readers can find alternatives to expensive designer items by browsing affordable retailers like H&M. [ more ]

Who What Wear

42 Spring Arrivals From H&M, Nordstrom, and J.Crew That Just Scream Wealth

H&M, Nordstrom, and J.Crew are offering chic and timeless pieces with a quiet-luxury aesthetic

These retailers have a trove of items that have a high-end look at affordable prices. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Celebrate! What to wear on emerging from cold, dark January

Affordable fashion options can be found at a variety of retailers online.

Denim shirts, caps, bags, loafers, jeans, socks, trenches, blazers, lipgloss, scarves, dresses, earrings, boots, bombers, cardigans, opticals, trousers, necklaces, and more are available from different brands. [ more ]

Who What Wear

Mango, J.Crew and H&M Have The Most Chic Plus Size Clothing RN- 30 Finds I Need

Online shopping for plus-size clothing is a challenge, but there are more options available now.

Retailers like Mango, J.Crew, and H&M are offering chic and size-inclusive clothing for plus-size individuals. [ more ]

Digiday

'There's not enough money to go around': Agency execs sound off on promises of burgeoning retail media landscape

Retail media network landscape is expanding rapidly, with a focus on leveraging first-party data and ad opportunities.

Retail media is expected to make up a significant portion of digital ad spend, reaching $140 billion this year. [ more ]

Exchangewire

IAB Europe Launches First-ever Pan-European Capability Map for Digital Retail Media

IAB Europe has published the first version of its Pan-European Retailer Digital Advertising Capability Map.

Retail Media digital advertising investment in Europe is expected to reach €25bn by 2027. [ more ]

Exchangewire

IAB Europe Launches First-ever Pan-European Capability Map for Digital Retail Media

IAB Europe has published the first version of its Pan-European Retailer Digital Advertising Capability Map.

Retail Media digital advertising investment in Europe is expected to reach €25bn by 2027. [ more ]

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Sourcing Journal

Business intelligence

The Newest Tools and Strategies to Drive In-Store & Online Sales

Voice of the consumer (VOC) data is crucial for retailers

Real-time VOC data can aid in strategic planning [ more ]

Bloomberg

Privacy technologies

Bloomberg

The article discusses the benefits of AI-powered chatbots for retailers

AI-powered chatbots can improve customer service and increase sales

Chatbots can provide personalized recommendations and automated assistance for customers [ more ]

Kotaku

Video games

Some Retailers May Be Done Selling Physical Xbox Games

European retail stores are no longer stocking physical Xbox games due to low sales.

Xbox games are becoming more digital, pushing away from physical formats. [ more ]

Retail Brew

Three social media marketing tips retailers and brands should keep in mind this year

Social media marketing is evolving rapidly with new platforms and influencers.

Combining entertainment with selling is crucial for success in social media marketing. [ more ]

Digiday

Artificial intelligence

Digiday+ Research: Most brands and retailers employ generative AI, with chatbots topping the list of uses

Over half of brands and retailers are already using generative AI or natural language processing tools.

Chatbots and copy generation are the most popular uses of generative AI technology among brands. [ more ]

Retail Brew

How retail media networks are reshaping the industry gets center stage at NRF

Retailers are building retail media networks (RMNs) to sell advertising space to brands.

Retailers are becoming the customer of the brands they carry, changing the dynamic of their relationship. [ more ]

Digiday

Research Briefing: Amazon's value to brands' holiday plans spikes, Google's stalls

Brands and retailers are increasing their marketing spend on Amazon and making it a more important part of their holiday plans.

Amazon's value to brands increases during the holidays because it acts as both a sales channel and a search engine for product discovery. [ more ]

Digiday

Digiday+ Research: Brands turn up their TikTok investments for the holidays

TikTok is becoming more valuable to brands and retailers for driving revenues and branding.

A significant increase in the percentage of brands and retailers who find TikTok extremely valuable for driving revenues.

Almost all brands agree that TikTok is at least somewhat valuable for branding. [ more ]

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www.theguardian.com

5 days ago

Wine

Where have all the wine bargains gone? | Fiona Beckett on drink

Prices of wines are on the rise, making it less affordable for social gatherings and leading consumers to rely heavily on special offers from various retailers. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Wine

Obscure wines to liven up jaded palates | Fiona Beckett on drink

Some wines from adoptive countries may be more expensive and not as good as the original region, but people buy them out of curiosity.

Obscure varietals are becoming popular, and retailers are catering to the demand by offering more adventurous wine options. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Wine

Obscure wines to liven up jaded palates | Fiona Beckett on drink

Some wines from adoptive countries may be more expensive and not as good as the original region, but people buy them out of curiosity.

Obscure varietals are becoming popular, and retailers are catering to the demand by offering more adventurous wine options. [ more ]

GameSpot

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JavaScript

Physical Copies Of Fallout 4 Are Out Of Stock Almost Everywhere

Physical copies of Fallout 4 are in high demand due to the Fallout TV show, increasing popularity, and limited availability. [ more ]

WhoWhatWear

I'm Giving my Closet an Expensive-Looking Facelift With These 24 Chic Sale Picks

Spring is a great time to revamp the wardrobe with affordable pieces from popular retailers like H&M, & Other Stories, and Nordstrom.

Look for elevated, classic, and effortless pieces such as sweaters, blazers, and dresses that can be mixed and matched for chic outfits. [ more ]

WhoWhatWear

40 Finds I'm Losing It Over From Saks, Nordstrom, and Zara

Excitement for spring fashion

Exploring new arrivals from retailers [ more ]

Who What Wear

27 Last-Minute Valentine's Day Gifts They'll Think You Pondered For Weeks

Valentine's Day is one week away, so it's crunch time to order last-minute gifts.

There are still plenty of options available from various retailers that will arrive prior to February 14. [ more ]

Polygon

Video games

Helldivers 2 merch is here for fans who want to spread freedom

PlayStation unveils Helldivers 2 merchandise reflecting the game's success on PS5 and Steam.

Merchandise includes shirts, hats, mugs, keychains with cheeky game references and quotes. [ more ]

GameSpot

Video games

PlayStation Pulse Elite Wireless Headset For PS5 Has Finally Arrived

The Pulse Elite Wireless Headset is the upgraded successor to the popular Pulse 3D Headset.

The new Pulse Elite Wireless Headset features AI-enhanced noise rejection, compatibility with various devices, and a charging hanger for storage. [ more ]

The Verge

Privacy professionals

This 'Amazon's Choice' video doorbell could let just about anyone spy on you

Some retailers continue to sell vulnerable doorbell cameras despite security concerns

Consumer Reports highlight lax security on Aiwit doorbell cameras sold under different brands [ more ]

Entrepreneur

Privacy professionals

Online Holiday Shopping Fraud: What Retailers Need to Know | Entrepreneur

The holiday season is a prime time for online fraud, and retailers should be prepared for an increase in fraudulent activities.

Rising inflation, predictions of a recession, and advanced technology like generative AI have made it easier for fraudsters to carry out large-scale fraud. [ more ]

Phys

From Coke cans to shoes to menus: What's behind the rise in personalized products?

Retailers need to offer unique experiences to stand out in a competitive market.

Forbes lists personalization as a top business trend for 2024. [ more ]

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Shoppers, Facing Holiday Spending, Turn to Loyalty Programs

39% of shoppers plan to use rewards and cash-back offers to buy gifts for others this holiday season.

Retailers are focusing on their loyalty programs and incentives to attract shoppers and increase revenue during the holiday season. [ more ]

Digiday

Media Buying Briefing: A look at agencies' holiday spending strategies this year

Holiday spending season is starting earlier, with 50% of spending expected in November alone.

Retailers are extending their discounts later into the quarter to maintain sales momentum. [ more ]

Retail Brew

Physical stores could be the next frontier for retail media networks

Physical stores have the potential to bring in high-margin supplementary revenue streams for retailers and reach larger audiences compared to digital platforms.

Retailers like Walmart and Kroger are exploring in-store media advertising opportunities, viewing it as the next major media channel.

In-store advertising offers valuable context for brands as consumers are formulating their decisions and opinions about brands while in the store. [ more ]

WWD

Klarna Expands Retailer and Creator Tools

Klarna has expanded tools for retailers and creators to help increase growth and engagement with audiences.

The buy now, pay later company has created marketing and ad solutions to open revenue channels for retailers and enhance the shopping experience for consumers.

The rollout of Creator Shops in the U.S. gives content creators their own customizable storefronts, while the Ad Manager helps retail partners engage with Klarna's high-intent audiences. [ more ]

Hubspot

Four Holiday Shopper Mindsets Brands Should Keep Up With, According to Google

Consumers go through four distinct mindsets during the holiday season: deliberate, deal-seeking, determined, and devoted.

December and January are important months for retailers, with a significant portion of holiday spending occurring during this time.

Connecting with customers across touchpoints and building long-term brand loyalty are key strategies for retailers during the holiday season. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Public health

The nation gets fit as sales of sports goods up 30% in January

Revenue for sports, outdoors, and recreation retailers in the UK increased by 30% in January 2024 compared to the monthly average in 2023.

Average Order Value for sports and health products decreased, indicating that consumers are still looking for deals after the holiday season. [ more ]

New York Post

San Francisco

San Francisco mall loses fifth store in a month as occupancy plunges to just 25%

San Francisco Centre is losing another store, marking the fifth closure in the past month and bringing the occupancy rate down to 25%.

Major retailers, including Madewell, J. Crew, Aldo, and Lucky Brand, are closing their locations in the mall. [ more ]

HuffPost

Web design

More Than 580,000 Beds Under Recall Over Collapse Risk

Over half a million beds sold at retailers like Walmart and Wayfair are under recall due to the risk of breaking during use.

Home Design, Inc., the furniture wholesaler, has received 128 reports of these beds breaking or sagging, resulting in 36 injuries. [ more ]

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Web design

Over 580,000 beds are recalled after dozens of injuries

Over half a million beds sold at retailers like Walmart and Wayfair are being recalled due to the risk of breaking during use, causing injuries.

Home Design, Inc., the furniture wholesaler, has received 128 reports of these beds breaking, sagging, or collapsing, resulting in 36 injuries. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

Food & drink

Obscure wines to liven up jaded palates | Fiona Beckett on drink

Some wines from adoptive countries may be more expensive and not as good as the original region, but people buy them out of curiosity.

Obscure varietals are becoming popular, and retailers are catering to the demand by offering more adventurous wine options. [ more ]

Exchangewire

Marketing tech

IAB Europe Launches First-ever Pan-European Capability Map for Digital Retail Media

IAB Europe has published the first version of its Pan-European Retailer Digital Advertising Capability Map.

Retail Media digital advertising investment in Europe is expected to reach €25bn by 2027. [ more ]

Barrons

Artificial intelligence

Google Eliminates Hundreds Of Jobs In Ad Team Tweak

Google is eliminating positions from its global ad team as part of its push to use AI for efficiency and creativity.

The job cuts are intended to provide better support for small and medium-sized businesses advertising on Google's platform.

Google's cloud computing unit recently announced new AI tools to help retailers personalize online shopping and modernize operations. [ more ]

www.thedrum.com

Artificial intelligence

Happy Christmas, generative AI! What's in store for its first Holiday season?

Generative AI has become a game changer in various fields over the past year.

Gen AI has the potential to transform the total customer experience. [ more ]

HuffPost

US news

Stay Cozy With These Birkenstock Clog Lookalikes At Every Price Point

Birkenstock's Boston clog is a popular and iconic shoe style.

There are many affordable and luxury lookalikes of the Boston clog available from various retailers. [ more ]

WSJ

Design

Chinese Tourists Are Back. They Just Aren't Shopping Like Before.

Chinese travelers are returning to international travel after being grounded for three years due to the pandemic.

The preferences of Chinese travelers have changed, with a focus on experiencing and documenting their trips through selfie travel. [ more ]

KnowYourMobile

Apple

Here's Where You Can (& Can't) Use Apple Pay In The US...

85% of retailers and restaurants in the US accept Apple Pay, but some major retailers, like Walmart, do not.

Walmart has its own payment system, Walmart Pay, and wants customers to use it for the data it provides. [ more ]

KnowYourMobile

Apple

Here's Where You Can (& Can't) Use Apple Pay In The US...

85% of retailers and restaurants in the US accept Apple Pay, but some major retailers, like Walmart, do not.

Walmart has its own payment system, Walmart Pay, and wants customers to use it for the data it provides. [ more ]

KnowYourMobile

Digital life

Here's Where You Can (& Can't) Use Apple Pay In The US...

85% of retailers and restaurants in the US accept Apple Pay, but some major retailers, like Walmart, do not.

Walmart has its own payment system, Walmart Pay, and wants customers to use it for the data it provides. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Digital life

Everything is against the consumer

More retailers are charging a fee for online returns, angering consumers.

Personal stylist argues that retailers should focus on sustainability during production instead of passing the cost to consumers. [ more ]

www.cbc.ca

Canada news

Grocers' code of conduct won't work unless all companies sign on, Metro CEO tells MPs | CBC News

The success of the grocery code of conduct depends on all major industry players signing on.

Metro Inc. is willing to sign the code of conduct in its current form. [ more ]

NewsNation

NYC politics

93% of grocers in New York City hit by shoplifters in 2023 report

93% of grocers in NYC have experienced shoplifting this year.

60% of grocers have been burglarized every day of the week in 2023.

Retailers lost billions of dollars due to shoplifting last year. [ more ]

WSJ

Business intelligence

Tech Stocks Sink Ahead of Nvidia Earnings

Retailers may face challenges during the holiday season due to consumers having lighter wallets.

Artificial intelligence is impacting U.S. stocks' November rally. [ more ]

London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Business intelligence

Optimism on our high streets with 89% of small retailers' confident of growth

Small and independent retailers have high expectations of business growth for 2023

Challenges for small businesses include rising costs of goods and services and energy costs [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

Business

Retailers Wary of Squeeze on Shoppers Ahead of Key Holiday Season

Major retailers express caution about consumer spending during holiday shopping season.

Shoppers are spending more on essentials like groceries and less on discretionary items.

Consumer spending is being impacted by inflation, rising interest rates, and other financial pressures. [ more ]

Modern Retail

Modern Retail+ Research: Marketers' 2023 holiday marketing and commerce strategies - unpacked

The year-end holiday shopping season is crucial for brands and retailers, with holiday profits accounting for the majority of annual revenue.

Many brands started their holiday marketing push earlier this year, with retailers promoting holiday ads on social media as early as September.

The U.S. economy is still uncertain, and consumers are unsure of how to spend their year-end budgets. [ more ]

MarTech