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How Brands Can Deliver Sustainable Instant Commerce for Consumers

Retail TouchPoints

The COVID-19 pandemic has undoubtedly accelerated shifts in consumer behavior and expectations, and not many have been as dramatic as the explosive rise of ecommerce. Perhaps one of the biggest pain points brands have struggled with in ecommerce over the past two years is meeting consumers’ increased demand for immediacy.

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Will “shy” consumers come out for Singles Day? Global brands weigh in

Inside Retail

How much do consumers spend? “There is enormous demand among Chinese consumers for products and services that improve their lifestyles and facilitate self-expression,” Cooke said. The idea for Singles Day had originated at China’s Nanjing University back in 1993 and was originally called “Bachelor’s Day.”

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Square Debuts Appointment Booking App to Help Service Providers Connect with Customers

Retail TouchPoints

Financial services and POS solution Square has launched a new consumer-facing app that lets customers search, discover and book appointments with beauty and personal care professionals. The Square Go app, available for free for both consumers and businesses, is currently available in the U.S. for iOS devices.

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Claire’s Hires Children’s Place, Zara Vet as Chief Merchandising Officer

Retail TouchPoints

Her most recent job was as SVP of Global Merchandising and Strategic Partnerships at The Children’s Place , where she was responsible for creating and delivering product strategies for all brands across multiple channels of distribution, as well as leading operations for the wholesale and international franchise businesses from 2014 to 2023.

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Kroger Plans to Cut Prices Following Completion of Albertsons Merger

Retail TouchPoints

Following its 2014 merger with Harris Teeter , Kroger invested more than $125 million to lower that chain’s prices, and invested over $100 million to lower prices at Roundy’s after its merger with that chain in 2016. We know this model works because we’ve been doing it successfully for many years.”

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Fashion label Ena Pelly opens its first Melbourne store

Inside Retail

Founded in 2014 in the South Melbourne Markets, Ena Pelly currently operates a direct-to-consumer website and 90 stockists around Australia, and is sold at David Jones and The Iconic. The collection is the result of three successful collaborations with Enright, the recently appointed EP Athleisure creative director.

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The Impact of Sustainable Hangers in Retail Displays

Retail TouchPoints

The retail landscape is evolving, driven by shifting consumer preferences and an increasing awareness of the environmental impact of traditional business practices. The Role of Hangers in Retail Displays The retail industry thrives on the art of presentation, with each detail meticulously arranged to entice and engage the consumer.

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