Consumer Trends: Page 3


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    Gen Z more likely to buy holiday gifts via social media: report

    Instagram and Facebook are forecast to be the most popular platforms for gift purchases during the season. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 28, 2024
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    With new leaders and a new plan will Beyond’s ‘gallery of brands’ succeed?

    The company is leveraging Bed Bath & Beyond’s deep name recognition and plans to develop a gallery of retail brands ranging from luxury to off-price.

    By Aug. 26, 2024
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    The state of small business

    Disruptions from the pandemic, e-commerce and broader economic trends continue to bedevil operations for small businesses.

    By Retail Dive staff
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    Nearly 40% of consumers return an online purchase ‘at least’ once a month: report

    The majority of consumers are open to exchanges or store credit instead of full refunds if the returns process is easy, according to Narvar.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 26, 2024
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    Mobile shopping forecast to drive over half of online holiday sales: report

    With more people shopping on mobile devices, a “tipping point” with consumer behavior is on the horizon, according to Adobe Analytics.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 23, 2024
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    Amazon launches annual grocery subscription plan

    The yearly option’s debut comes just a few months after the company rolled out its monthly subscription offering.

    By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 23, 2024
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    Survey: 31% of back-to-school shoppers will take on debt

    While that’s relatively flat to 2022, there are fewer shoppers this year opting for cheaper brands or using other money saving strategies, Bankrate found.

    By Aug. 22, 2024
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    Deep Dive

    Kevin Plank can’t let go of Under Armour. Is that hampering a turnaround?

    Three CEOs have come and gone in the four years since Plank stepped down. Now, the sportswear brand’s founder is back with another plan to revive the brand amid flagging sales and relevance.

    By Aug. 19, 2024
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    5 ways retailers can excel at change management

    Learn how top retailers adapt to consumer trends and market shifts with these five proven strategies.

    Aug. 19, 2024
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    Toy sales stabilize in first half of year

    “The tide is turning for the industry,” according to a new report from Circana. But there are no guarantees for the second half of 2024.

    By Aug. 13, 2024
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    Amazon Prime Day drives the most loyalty among summer sales events

    Over 80% of shoppers who made purchases during the recent spate of sales only bought items at Amazon, Earnest Analytics found.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 12, 2024
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    The Weekly Closeout: Amazon delivery speeds up in Canada and Gap Inc. changes its ticker

    Prime members in parts of Canada will have faster same-day delivery and the apparel company will trade on the NYSE under the new symbol GAP. 

    By Retail Dive Staff • Aug. 9, 2024
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    Prestige beauty sales continue to outpace mass with 8% growth in the first half of the year

    High-end fragrance was a bright spot, rising 12%, but its popularity is also driving sales of mass products and private-label dupes.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 7, 2024
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    Q&A

    How Liquid Death cuts through marketing noise without big media buys

    Vice President of Creative Andy Pearson explained how the billion-dollar beverage brand helps consumers “murder” their thirst in an expanding market.

    By Chris Kelly • Aug. 6, 2024
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    How to win over customers in inflationary times. Hint: It’s not just about price.

    Quality and other considerations are in play as shoppers mull whether or not to spend their money on discretionary items.

    By Aug. 5, 2024
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    55% of Gen Z have made an online purchase while browsing social media

    A new survey from Walmart and Morning Consult indicates that social media is becoming a key platform for product discovery. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 30, 2024
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    After a bad first half, US consumer tech sales expected to fall 2% in 2024: Circana

    The research firm said the macroeconomic environment remains unchanged, but signaled strength in some categories for the back half of the year.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 29, 2024
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    Building the store of the future? Update your IT foundation first

    To fully leverage today’s emerging technologies and deliver the experiences customers are expecting, retailers must modernize their stores’ IT infrastructure.

    July 29, 2024
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    In-store experience wins out as customers want to see and touch purchases: report

    Customers value associates’ advice, particularly for luxury goods, while they feel frustrated by chatbots’ inability to resolve customer service inquiries.

    By Bryan Wassel • July 26, 2024
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    Podcast

    The Backroom: All of a sudden, a lot is happening at department stores

    The team discusses a barrage of news from several players in a retail space that has been written off many times.

    By Retail Dive Staff • July 25, 2024
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    TikTok Shop spend jumps during Deals for You Days

    U.S. shoppers spent $52 each during the social platform’s July sale, a historic high and a break from recent declines, according to Earnest Analytics.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 24, 2024
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    Knix enlists soccer star Megan Rapinoe for latest campaign

    Rapinoe teamed up with the brand to pay athletes to talk about their periods while competing in sports.

    By Howard Ruben • July 22, 2024
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    Dollar General to offer over 100 back-to-school products for $1 or less

    Notebooks, pencils, glue sticks and folders are among the low-priced offerings. The dollar store will also offer backpacks for $5.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 19, 2024
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    US online retail sales to reach $1.2 trillion this year: report

    E-commerce is “maturing” and returning to “pre-pandemic normalcy” as it continues to capture market share, according to FTI Consulting. 

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 17, 2024
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    Back-to-school spending expected to drop from last year: report

    Spending per child is projected to be $586, with overall market spend reaching $31.3 billion, according to a recent survey from Deloitte.

    By Howard Ruben • July 16, 2024
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    NRF: 85% of back-to-school buyers plan to shop Prime Day

    Sales are expected to be down from last year’s record highs, but shoppers are once again starting early and prioritizing this month’s discounts.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 15, 2024