Holidays: Page 30
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Kohl’s lets Snapchatters virtually window shop through AR portal
An immersive "New Gifts at Every Turn" experience showcases exclusive merchandise for the holidays.
By Robert Williams • Nov. 7, 2019 -
Courtesy of Walmart
Is the short holiday season an excuse for retailers to post soft sales results?
There are six fewer days between Thanksgiving and Christmas this year, prompting several companies to begin promotional activity early.
By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 7, 2019 -
Trendline
Inside the 2024 holiday season
Retailers are navigating the effects of inflation as retail’s most important quarter looms.
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Joann
Joann entices holiday crafters with 3D printers, new tech
The move further proves the retailer sees value in investing in technology, both in its merchandise and in-store experience.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 6, 2019 -
Toys R Us Canada, Snapchat partner for AR experience
The toy retailer is integrating its holiday catalog with augmented reality features to showcase gifts.
By Robert Williams • Nov. 5, 2019 -
Birchbox
Birchbox to pop up in 500 Walgreens stores for the holidays
The shop-in-shops will be positioned in a "grab-and-go holiday gifts" format and feature themed boxes, subscription gift cards, travel-sized items and more.
By Cara Salpini • Nov. 5, 2019 -
UPS expects 26% jump in returns this peak season
The carrier projects 1.9 million returns on Jan. 2 and 1.6 million returns per day in the week preceding Christmas Day.
By Emma Cosgrove • Nov. 5, 2019 -
More than half of holiday shoppers plan to buy gifts for themselves
The percentage increases for consumers with more money to spend: Nearly 74% with budgets over $500 plan to indulge themselves this year.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 4, 2019 -
Deep Dive
How to get on Gen Z's wish list this season
A unique assortment is just one part of the challenge, as the young group has high expectations and low loyalty. Here's what brands need to know.
By Cara Salpini • Nov. 4, 2019 -
Photo by Michael Weidemann via Unsplash
Half of shoppers would give up low online prices for personalized service
In-store shopping is still the preferred choice for categories including appliance, clothing, beauty and home decor.
By Lisa Rowan • Nov. 1, 2019 -
Tiffany
ColumnRetail Therapy: Tiffany wants to add a little $112K sparkle to the holidays
The jeweler is selling an over-the-top advent calendar filled with things absolutely nobody needs, like sterling silver paper cups and clothespins.
By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 1, 2019 -
‘Cyber Week’ will generate 20% of holiday revenue
Adobe Analytics anticipates online spending will surpass $143.7 billion this holiday season, with substantial growth for mobile commerce.
By Lisa Rowan • Nov. 1, 2019 -
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Nearly half of consumers will buy holiday gifts on Amazon
The e-commerce giant leads the way in online product searches in all product categories except for apparel, according to a new study.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 30, 2019 -
Macy's unveils holiday experiences and services
The retailer may have an edge thanks to its long association with the season but must contend with fiercer competition from discounters.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 29, 2019 -
Amazon is dominating the holiday price war
The e-commerce player is out-pricing other online retailers by 20% on average, with Walmart not too far behind, according to Profitero.
By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 29, 2019 -
Etsy's holiday hotline pushes personalization, free shipping
Callers during the three-hour event will receive an emailed list of shopping ideas and a gift card.
By Lisa Rowan • Oct. 29, 2019 -
A quarter of consumers have already started holiday shopping
Online spending is expected to peak in November, according to a new survey from e-commerce platform Profitero.
By Lisa Rowan • Oct. 28, 2019 -
Deep Dive
Welcome back, Toys R Us. Your market is tougher than ever.
After knocking the retailer out of existence last year, Walmart, Amazon and Target took over the toy category. This holiday season, they're playing to lock down market share.
By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 28, 2019 -
What do people want this holiday season? Gift cards
Consumers on average will spend just under $1,050 during the holidays, according to a report by the National Retail Federation.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 25, 2019 -
Opinion
How the $160B gift card market can catch up to the modern age of retail
Retailers risk losing revenue and customers unless they upgrade the gift card experience, writes Loop Commerce CEO and co-founder Roy Erez.
By Roy Erez • Oct. 25, 2019 -
Shoppers to spend more than $700 during the holidays
According to a study by The NPD Group, 25% of consumers expect to shop on their smartphones this season.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Oct. 25, 2019 -
Party City, Yandy, Target
ColumnRetail Therapy: 7 Halloween costumes we didn't know we needed
A "sexy" college admission scandal costume and scary adorable items for dogs round out the best and worst products available.
By Caroline Jansen • Oct. 25, 2019 -
Target takes on Amazon with enhanced holiday fulfillment
This season, the mass merchant is spending nearly $50 million more in payroll to bulk up customer service and is adding special loyalty perks.
By Daphne Howland • Oct. 24, 2019 -
Courtesy of Walmart
Walmart kicks off holiday discount festivities early
The retail giant is touting its discounts across gifting categories and an expanded suite of customer services as it goes to war with Amazon.
By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 24, 2019 -
Best Buy kicks off peak season with free next-day delivery
The company is looking to leverage its brick-and-mortar footprint and the growing popularity of buy online, pick up in-store as it heads into the holidays.
By Morgan Forde • Oct. 23, 2019
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