Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 1, 2023

Over the years the retailer has carved a unique space in the Hispanic market thanks to its unique approach to financing, in-store services and merchandising. The core business was always built [around] providing dignified credit, because consumers couldn’t buy items outright with cash. population.

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Retail Wire

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Don't let doom spending ruin your finances.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 28, 2023

Accenture surveyed more than 10,000 consumers in 16 countries and found that although we’re living in a time of “lasting uncertainty,” the “ resilient consumer ” is uncovering new ways to protect and control what is most important to them. As a result, consumer behaviors are becoming more complex.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

With more than 20 years of experience in the consumer products industry and “a proven record of operating excellence, financial discipline and building high-performance teams,” Glendinning will officially join the Express leadership team and board of directors on Sept. 15, 2023.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 8, 2021

Fine jewellery retailer Fairfax & Roberts has a long history of connecting with consumers at some of life’s biggest milestones. Here, managing director Irene Deutsch shares an insight into her own career journey, lessons learned from the past year and the ways the brand is staying relevant with the modern consumer.

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Retail Gazette

MARCH 15, 2024

Ann Summers chief financial officer John Boyle is retiring from the retailer after 11 years, as Kristina Moln-Page is promoted to finance director of the company. Moln-Page currently serves as head of finance of the business, having previously joined Ann Summers in May 2022 as strategic project consultant. Profit was up 3% to £61.8m

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Retail Times

JUNE 10, 2021

Hitachi Capital Consumer Finance (HCCF), one of the UK’s leading retail point of sale provider today announces impressive profits of £60.2m The results and continued investments during the period leave the business well positioned to grow in 2021/22 as lockdown measures ease and consumer confidence returns.

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Independent Retailer

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Determining the right mix of financing options comes down to having a deep understanding of your customer and your product set. Nearly half (46%) of consumers surveyed said they are more likely to purchase from retailers who offer a variety of financing options. by Mike Rittler. by Mike Rittler. The Federal Reserve and the U.S.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Buy now pay later (BNPL) services have quickly become commonplace for consumers. Offering people the ability to spread out their payments for goods and services across regular intervals enables consumers to better manage their own cash flow. Shift the financial risk with third-party business finance.

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Mass Relators

JANUARY 24, 2024

CHICAGO – The Kearney Consumer Institute (KCI), an internal think tank of global strategy and management consultancy, released its inaugural Consumer Stress Index on Wednesday. In doing so, the Kearney Consumer Stress Index seeks to better understand consumer needs and behaviors, identifying new patterns and spend implications. “In

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Retail Wire

JANUARY 12, 2022

Harry’s, the direct-to-consumer shaving products startup, has had an interesting couple of years. The company, which saw its acquisition by Edgewell Personal Care blocked by the Federal Trade Commission, raised $155 million in Series E financing last year, and has raised another $139.9

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Inside Retail

MAY 19, 2021

In KPMG’s Responding to consumer trends in the new reality report, our research details findings from 75,000 consumer survey responses taken over four months, from May to September 2020, across 12 countries. We will explore the four key themes emerging from our research and how retailers need to respond to the changed consumer.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 20, 2021

Lockdowns with little advance notice, panic buying, supply chain disruptions, hastily made changes to health and safety regulations, and extreme swings in consumer needs and expectations. How did they fare and how have consumers changed due to their pandemic experience? Consumers unevenly impacted. Adaptability tested.

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365 Retail

JUNE 6, 2023

Novuna Consumer Finance, one of the UK’s leading retail point of sale providers, has partnered with home and garden experts Homebase to transform its credit offer in-store, providing customers with a range of flexible finance options to help them with their home improvement projects.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Indeed, until recently most BNPL offerings were relegated to the digital realm, but stores are widely seen as the next big area of expansion for this increasingly popular financing option. Customers also can access Affirm BNPL financing at Walmart Vision and Auto Centers. year over year.

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Retail Wire

JUNE 29, 2022

Consumer confidence hit a 16-month low in June as consumers grow increasingly concerned about rising prices and the potential impact on the economy and their personal finances.

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Retail Gazette

MARCH 22, 2024

Consumer confidence stalled in March as the gains seen since since January 2023 “vanished” GfK’s long-running Consumer Confidence Index stayed at -21, following a two-point dip last month. Look back to last year and it’s clear the improvements in consumer confidence seen most months since January 2023 have vanished.

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Rangeme

DECEMBER 14, 2021

Today’s technology and the all-inclusive platforms for consumer packaged goods (CPG) operations management make that possible. Purchase order financing is a tool that CPG companies have been using for decades to finance the growth of their brands into businesses like Walmart, Walgreens , and Bed Bath & Beyond. No problem.

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Retail Times

MARCH 8, 2024

Novuna Consumer Finance, one of the UK’s leading retail point of sale providers, has partnered with home improvement retailer, Wickes to provide its credit offer for its Bespoke kitchen and bathroom ranges in-store.

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Retail Gazette

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Consumer confidence has risen for the second consecutive month this December, according to GfK, suggesting households may be more inclined to spend over the festive season. The market research company ‘ s consumer confidence index was up by two points to -22, making it an improvement on the -29 the same time last year.

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A1 Retail

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

. Hitachi Capital Consumer Finance, a division of Hitachi Capital (UK) PLC, has announced that it will be rebranding under the new trading style of NOVUNA Consumer Finance by April 2022, while Hitachi Personal Finance will become NOVUNA Personal Finance.

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Retail Wire

OCTOBER 20, 2022

Nestle and Procter & Gamble both posted better-than-expected results yesterday as consumers continue to pay for the companies’ branded consumer packaged goods including Nescafe coffee and Gillette shaving products.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 10, 2023

Australian consumer finance firm Latitude Group Holdings Ltd will not pay a ransom to those behind a cyber attack last month, saying it will be detrimental to customers and cause harm to the broader community by encouraging further attacks.

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Retail Minded

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

In this guide, we’ll explain why store credit credits are a great option for consumers. You’ll find special offers, rewards, and financing options whenever you shop at participating locations. Store credit cards and general-purpose credit cards each serve their own distinct role in the consumer finance landscape.

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Retail Minded

JANUARY 18, 2024

As needs and the finance landscape evolved, credit and consumer spending became a formal deed. Finding a bright spot in the finance world is more like it–encouraging a shift towards a more savings mindset in people. That’s why people would rather pay off their balances as soon as money comes in, even if their finances are tight.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Despite having just officially begun, this holiday shopping season already is marked by supply chain disruption, persistent inflation and mixed consumer confidence. And just like last year, it looks like consumers will respond by turning to ecommerce. Shortages and Sticker Shock Heighten Holiday Stress.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 13, 2021

With retailers already pushing out holiday sales to entice consumers to buy early and avoid delivery delays due to supply chain congestion, one tactic that they will lean on to entice customers is buy now, pay later (BNPL). BNPL Can Have an Effect on Consumers and Retailers.

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Retail Gazette

OCTOBER 20, 2023

UK consumer confidence slipped by nine points in October, making it the largest month-on-month drop in over three years. Market research company GfK’s Consumer Confidence Index plummeted from -21 in September to -30 for this month, the group revealed today. this September, compared to the same time last year.

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A1 Retail

SEPTEMBER 17, 2021

With less than 100 days to go until Christmas, new insights from eBay Ads UK show brands can expect a tale of two Christmases this year, as pandemic-hit personal finances prompt varying consumer priorities – from conscious celebrations to extravagant affairs . More disposable income means bigger spend and celebrations.

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365 Retail

JANUARY 9, 2024

In December 2023, the UK witnessed a modest rise in consumer card spending, increasing by 2.3% However, the entertainment and travel sectors saw a surge as consumers eagerly booked experiences and getaways for 2024. year-on-year, which fell short of the CPIH inflation rate of 4.2% and was lower than November’s growth of 2.9%.

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Retail Dive

NOVEMBER 30, 2022

Buy now, pay later providers saw increased use during Black Friday, but credit and debit were the top payment methods for online orders.

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Retail Dive

MAY 15, 2023

As most Americans anticipate a major life event in the next decade, there’s ample opportunity for BNPL usage to grow.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 5, 2023

However, the winds of change are blowing: as inflation and interest rates continue to climb, BNPL is shedding its reputation for luxury spending and becoming a financing solution for necessary expenses, such as car repair, healthcare, fridge and other essential appliance repair. And the merchant tends to absorb the cost of this transaction.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 19, 2023

Recent years have seen rapidly evolving changes in all areas of consumer behaviour and there is little doubt it will continue in terms of the products and services that people want, who they want them from, and where and when they want to access them. Rather than talking about what we do when we’re out there, it’s about how it makes us feel.”

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Retail Times

JUNE 2, 2023

Consumer demand for travel, leisure and other experiences remains strong despite the increase in cost of living according to Paysafe research released. The leading payments platform found that 51% of consumers are still prioritising spend in these areas over other discretionary spending.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 4, 2022

Less than five years ago, many consumers wouldn’t have heard of buy now pay later (BNPL). We take a look at some of the fascinating consumer shifts around BNPL that have happened in the retail landscape lately. Consumer attitudes towards money management are changing, now that younger consumers’ attitudes towards credit have shifted.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

This is an excellent opportunity for retailers to give young shoppers financing options — including a store credit card, an installment loan or a buy now, pay later product. But an online presence is necessary, as consumers typically research and review before purchasing. And they represent a market segment that retailers can’t ignore.

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