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‘Cash or Card?’: Why More Financing Choices Drive Consumers’ Decisions on Which Retailers to Shop

Retail TouchPoints

The Shopper’s Search for Buying Power Offering multiple financing options expands buying power and gives customers more motivation to buy. The study also suggests that as the spend amount goes up, it becomes even more important to the consumer that their preferred financing method is available.

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Store Point of Sale Data Sheet

M19 Retail

This data sheet is written for professionals in specialty retail organizations in a variety of verticals who are involved in store solutions, including point of sale (POS). Roles may include senior executives, information technology, operations, customer experience, finance, and more. What will I learn about?

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Harness the Power of BNPL to Build Stronger Brand Equity

Retail TouchPoints

Customers that have a positive point-of-sale financing experience are more likely to repeat purchases from that retail brand if the BNPL option is white-labeled for the retailer. Providing a consistent user experience and financing across retail channels also helps merchants build brand equity. The best part?

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Walmart Brings BNPL to Self-Checkout in 4,500 Stores Via Expanded Partnership with Affirm

Retail TouchPoints

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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10 Finance Tips All Retailers Should Follow

Retail Next

Do you own a retail shop, or thinking of starting one? If you aren’t good with finances or are simply strapped for time, hire a bookkeeper to track your finances. Invest in a Point-of-Sale (POS) System. Shop Around to Lower Credit Card Service Fees. Don’t Go Big. Also, don’t be afraid to ask for a discount.

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The Explosive Growth of Buy Now Pay Later

Independent Retailer

Point of sale financing has historically been reserved for large purchases like luxury electronics, but now we are seeing an uptick in consumers using installment plans for smaller purchases across large and small retailers.” BNPL loans allow shoppers to make purchases with deferred or no interest installment loans.

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Walgreens Moves Into Financial Services With Credit Card Launch

Retail TouchPoints

The retailer plans to explore a number of Mastercard solutions including services such as insight and analytics, customer engagement and loyalty, cybersecurity and point-of-sale financing, including installments.