Independent Retailer

DECEMBER 16, 2022

With the busy holiday season coming to a close, retailers everywhere are going to need to restock their stores in preparation for the upcoming spring season. Check out these five must-attend trade events for February to get the latest scoop on the hottest products for your store: ASD Market Week. February 26 – March 1, 2023.

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RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

AUGUST 18, 2023

As summer vacations wind down and the anticipation of a new school year grows, retailers are gearing up with back-to-school retail ideas for the annual shopping rush. This critical period not only marks the return to classrooms but also signifies a significant revenue opportunity for businesses in the retail sector.

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Independent Retailer

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Retailers everywhere are looking at wholesale toy trends with positivity and hope. As retailers continue to prepare for the year ahead, Wholesale Central Blog has rounded up some of the hottest toy trends that are predicted to take the industry by storm. . Retro Toys Making a Comeback. Toys to Fuel Discovery.

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Independent Retailer

AUGUST 1, 2022

The Toy Association’s 2023 Preview & 2022 Holiday Market will be on September 20-22 at the Dallas Market Center. The Preview & Holiday Market is a not-to-be-missed event! For many, it is a first look at the innovative products coming down the pipeline for 2023. Get Ahead on Products & Trends.

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Independent Retailer

DECEMBER 1, 2022

Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, technology played a huge role in enhancing customer shopping experiences and making retail owners’ lives easier. There are a plethora of different digital trends that are expected to shape 2023, including mobile shopping, artificial intelligence (AI), and digital signage, just to name a few.

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Independent Retailer

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Supplier diversity, wellness, and product discovery were all top-of-mind among buyers in Q3 as retailers seek new ways to entice consumers in the face of inflationary pressures. Customer needs and desires are constantly changing, and with them, so are the needs of retailers. Pinpointing Retail Interests.

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Independent Retailer

JANUARY 5, 2023

Retailers have been running around tirelessly trying to keep up with consumer demands and the drastic shifts in the economy. With the year coming to a close and the economic outlook for 2023 looking uncertain, retailers are growing concerned. How Retailers Can Thrive in the Ecommerce Space. Live Shopping on the Rise.

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Retail Bound

JANUARY 24, 2023

Here is our 2023 PR trends forecast: AFFILIATE MARKETING The gift guide climate really evolved this year with affiliate links and/or major online retailer availability becoming a requirement for coverage in several of the top-tier publications. e-commerce) in getting people to spend money on consumer goods and services.

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Independent Retailer

DECEMBER 14, 2022

One of the trends that is expected to come is brands allocating more of their budgets toward influencer marketing in order to diversify advertising channels. The influencer marketing industry has been a bull over the last decade and it shows no sign of slowing down in 2023. Collabstr also projects the market to reach $22.2

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Independent Retailer

AUGUST 17, 2022

secondhand retail market is booming and expected to double to $82 billion by 2026. . Younger Generations Favoring the Pre-Owned Market. Laura Connell, US Trends Manager at GWI, says that while other generations are also showing interest in secondhand merchandise, the fastest and most notable uptick is being seen with Gen Z. .

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 16, 2023

[Editor’s note: This is the third article in our series on AI in retail. Since OpenAI debuted ChatGPT a little over three months ago , “generative AI” has become a hot topic and no industry has been left untouched — least of all retail. But how can retail professionals separate the hype from reality? Generative AI] is different.

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Independent Retailer

DECEMBER 8, 2022

Sales of luxury fashion are expected to grow globally between five and ten percent in 2023. Notably, the economy in China — long considered an industry growth engine — is predicted to slow in 2023. Industry leaders have had to navigate an increasingly fragile global economy, with serious repercussions for the industry in 2023.

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Independent Retailer

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Gathering at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida on January 4-6, 2023 , this is a prime opportunity to get your store ready for the upcoming summer season. . Surf Expo continues to bounce back post pandemic, with the January 2023 show forecast to expand by 20 percent compared to 2022.

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Retail Bound

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

This unique combination of entertainment, convenience, and shopping is not only helping to redefine retail, but also to foster a sense of community that allows brands to connect with their audience on a unique global level. In fact, social media advertising is expected to top $247 billion by 2027.

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Rangeme

APRIL 17, 2023

As the economic downturn stretches into the second quarter of 2023, consumer confidence is still on shaky ground, even as inflation shows signs of slowing down. According to a study by Deloitte, consumer concern for rising prices did not fall below 70% at any point in 2022, a trend that has continued during the first few months of 2023.

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Independent Retailer

OCTOBER 18, 2022

The latest Small Business Recovery Report issued by Kabbage from American Express tracked the trends and growth outlook of U.S. Forty-seven percent of all respondents reported that inflation is impacting their labor market by pushing them to accommodate higher healthcare costs, enriched employee benefits and more frequent pay raises.

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Rangeme

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Below you’ll find a summary of our 2024 predictions, based on the conversation I had with Joe Tarnowski for my last Food Biz Wiz podcast of 2023 (no 226). We’ll also see brands shift away from carbon-copied marketing strategies from big agencies, realizing that authenticity and showing more of the “person” behind the brand wins consumers.

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Independent Retailer

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

As the ‘golden quarter’ once again rolls around — the third since the pandemic began — retailers have learnt from experience to expect a direct challenge to business. Many retailers already plan to follow suit, running a number of promotions for extended periods in the lead-up to Christmas day. Quit the Sporadic Marketing.

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A1 Retail

FEBRUARY 10, 2023

Great reunion joy in Frankfurt for Ambiente, Christmasworld and Creativeworld 2023. The leading international consumer goods fairs Ambiente, Christmasworld and Creativeworld have joined forces for the first time from February 3-4 to 7, 2023, to inspire as the global hub for upcoming lifestyle trends.

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Hyken

JANUARY 22, 2023

13 ways to retain existing loyal clients—no matter what the market climate by Fast Company Executive Board (Fast Company) Reassuring your customer base that you value their business and want them to succeed—whether they’re up or down—is what really matters and builds better partnerships. What trends can they reveal in consumer behavior?

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Independent Retailer

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Product prices are becoming wildly dynamic as costs continue to add up, so retailers are looking at how much of a threat this is to their business. Some of the world’s most reputable retailers, like Walmart, rely on fuel forecasting to enable efficient, agile supply chain strategies.

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Rangeme

MARCH 23, 2022

Ever since, the fidget spinner has been there to help me make it through long meetings, endure endless calls with family members, and has even helped me focus as I work through a challenging blog post headline. I’ll search for things like kids’ trends, fun gadgets and see what’s popular. It’s not easy. 1 hit song.

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Rangeme

JANUARY 2, 2024

We’ll break down the different types of advertising , why they’re important, and the secrets you need to know to get the attention of top retail buyers. The importance of advertising Advertising plays a crucial role in CPG marketing. You should also leverage native advertising on other platforms to directly reach retail buyers.

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Rangeme

JULY 26, 2022

After a two-year, pandemic-driven hiatus, retail trade shows are starting to boom again worldwide – and that’s spectacular news for brands looking abroad to fuel growth. As pandemic guidelines relax, consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands feel a growing urge to get out and network face-to-face with global retailers. In 2021, U.S.

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V Count

APRIL 4, 2024

When the concept of people counting is introduced, the retail sector is frequently the first to spring to mind, and with good reason. Given the fierce competition and constant evolution in the world of retail, businesses in this sector are heavily investing in people counters as a strategic move to gain an edge over their competitors.

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V Count

APRIL 4, 2024

When the concept of people counting is introduced, the retail sector is frequently the first to spring to mind, and with good reason. Given the fierce competition and constant evolution in the world of retail, businesses in this sector are heavily investing in people counters as a strategic move to gain an edge over their competitors.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 1, 2023

And retail is predicted to be one of – if not the biggest – industry investor in AI technology moving forward. Where do the true opportunities for retailers lie in this AI-driven landscape – and is it still the domain of trailblazers or is it a tool every business should now be embracing or risk being left behind?

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Rangeme

APRIL 8, 2021

“Clearly in 2020 technology really stopped being a discretionary spend and became a necessity spend,” says Stephen Baker, Vice President of Industry Analysis, Technology for NPD, who gave an on-demand presentation of consumer technology trends for participants of ECRM’s recent Consumer Technology program. Sales to even out by 2023.

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Small Biz Trends

JUNE 30, 2023

Affiliate marketing is a great way to supplement your income if you own a website, write a blog, or are a social media influencer. Affiliate marketers drive traffic to a company’s website and then earn a commission on any sales generated. What is Affiliate Marketing? How Does Affiliate Marketing Work?

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Hyken

JANUARY 23, 2023

13 ways to retain existing loyal clients—no matter what the market climate by Fast Company Executive Board (Fast Company) Reassuring your customer base that you value their business and want them to succeed—whether they’re up or down—is what really matters and builds better partnerships. What trends can they reveal in consumer behavior?

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Retail Geek

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Episode 313 is a preview of the upcoming 2023 holiday retail season. Episode 313 is preview of Holiday 2023 with Rob Garf , Vice President and General Manager, Retail at Salesforce. Yes, it’s time for Holiday 2023! billion consumers are shaping shopping trends.

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Hyken

NOVEMBER 7, 2022

The most trusted companies outperform the stock market and “are more than 2.5 To navigate this new environment, many firms have turned to partners to help them better serve both their business and retail customers. Strategizing for a downturn: CX leaders prepare for 2023 by Anna McKibben. (CX percent in 2023.

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RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

JANUARY 23, 2023

The retail industry is a fast-paced and ever-changing industry. Retailers are always trying to find ways to stay competitive. That’s why it’s essential to keep an eye on trends. What does the future hold for retail? Retailers and brands are recovering from a three-year pandemic.

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Retail Geek

MARCH 15, 2024

Episode Summary: In this episode, Jason “Retailgeek” Goldberg and Scot Wingo dive deep Temu, the online marketplace operated by the Chinese e-commerce company PDD Holdings, that has become the fastest growing retailer in history. Joining us on the episode is Michael Maloof is the Head of Marketing for Earnest Analytics.

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Wiser

MAY 23, 2023

Editor’s Note: A version of this blog is also published in National Liquor News. The Australian hard seltzer market grew 282 percent in 2021 to become a $210 million category, and now accounts for 16 percent of the RTD category. When looking at alcoholic beverages, hard seltzer remains one of the essential drinks to watch out for.

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Retail Assist

JANUARY 17, 2023

Guest Blog by Sarah Hughes , Co-founder & Director at Datitude. And yet it turned out to be another challenging year, particularly for retail. Quick commerce, social commerce, marketplaces, greenwashing of brands, a resurgence in physical retail and a rebalancing of ecommerce were key themes during the year.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 8, 2023

Here, three Australian businesses discuss how they are tapping into the indoor-plant trend. Image supplied Inside Retail : Tell me about The Jungle Collective – how did the business start and how has it grown over the years? We also have a blog called The Jungle Book, with hundreds of care posts about specific plant species.

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