Remove Accounting Remove Advertising Remove Wholesale
article thumbnail

Behind Walmart’s e-commerce win: Logistics, memberships and a tariff storm

Inside Retail

per cent and advertising growth of 50 per cent. billion, accounting for 68 per cent of total company revenues. International strong as membership income soars Walmart International, which includes non-US Sam’s Club wholesale stores, accounted for$29.8 The company’s fiscal year guidance of $674.5 Comps were up 6.7

article thumbnail

Why visiting a mall in Thailand feels more like sightseeing than shopping

Inside Retail

Thailand’s The Nation newspaper reported that, in 2023, the wholesale and retail trade sector contributed about THB2.8 trillion ($84 billion) to Thailand’s GDP, accounting for about 15.17 Malls are frequently included on travel itineraries, and airlines and tour operators advertise them as must-see sites.

Shopping 130
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

The core objective of Lowe’s loyalty program? Drive one more trip

Retail Dive

A loyalty program should be designed around the customer and take their needs into account from sign-up to any potential future shopping trips. The key is to look at loyalty as more than a transactional set of rewards or a marketing program, according to Bailey. © 2025 TechTarget, Inc. or its subsidiaries.

article thumbnail

Free returns are often a deal breaker for consumers

Retail Dive

retailers paid an estimated $890 billion for returns, accounting for 17% of total sales, according to the National Retail Federation. Shoppers in the United States and Canada have higher expectations than those in other markets, with about 2 in 5 consumers saying that a 30-day return window is reasonable. In 2024, U.S. or its subsidiaries.

Returns 93
article thumbnail

Saks Global $600M deal with bondholders includes $200M in new financing

Retail Dive

At the same time that Saks Global prepares for the coming holiday season, it must begin settling accounts with vendors that haven’t been paid for months. That is about $100 million higher than the original target, and the 2025 run-rate nearly double, according to BMO. There is no plan to close stores, however, per that report.

Finance 67
article thumbnail

How to Start an Upcycling Business: A Complete Guide for Beginners

Small Biz Trends

Address taxes, accounting, and any necessary permits or licenses specific to upcycling. Utilize wholesale marketplaces that specialize in upcycling supplies. Use targeted advertising to reach potential customers, ensuring your marketing efforts extend beyond your immediate circle.

article thumbnail

Why some Amazon sellers are skipping Prime Day in the US

Inside Retail

Amazon takes a 15 per cent commission on each unit sold, not including the fees required to advertise and host discounts on Prime Day. It also has first party relationships with some suppliers, such as Hasbro toys, where it buys products directly wholesale, handling most of the selling details itself.