Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Consumer preference for online shopping continues to rise, as more purchases are being made online than in stores with each passing year. And in sectors with a high cost of acquisition and high margins (such as jewelry and luxury retail), merchants are willing to fully subsidize APRs. In 2019 , the total market share of online U.S.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Rather than being limited to a jam-packed four to five weeks from Black Friday to Christmas Eve, consumers are beginning their shopping as early as October (with a few doing so even earlier than that). The return to offices and social events is inspiring consumers to level up their wardrobes and focus more on apparel and footwear.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2023

Higher-income consumers are less impacted by inflation and, while aware of higher food, home and transportation costs, still have the funds to drive luxury sales and luxury growth,” said Marie Driscoll, Managing Director, Luxury and Retail at Coresight Research in an interview with Retail TouchPoints.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 21, 2024

With travel curtailed, home-bound, experience-starved consumers flocked to luxury shopping to lift their spirits and spend some of their discretionary funds accruing thanks to Covid-19 government assistance, stimulus checks, tax relief, suspended student debt payments and the pandemic-induced restrictions.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 28, 2024

The lineup includes: Publishing and gifting brand Edition X ; Sneaker brand Greats ; Streetwear brand Blvck Paris ; Jewelry brand Olive & Chain ; Denim brand NTK NYC ; and Menswear brand Inimigo. The Den is the consumer-facing side.” Smaller companies aren’t necessarily able to do that, but they need it.

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VMS

AUGUST 11, 2021

jewelry sales were up sharply in July compared to the same month in 2020 as well as in 2019, according to Mastercard SpendingPulse. Jewelry sales were up 82.6 grew for the 11 th consecutive month in July, according to Mastercard SpendingPulse , which measures in-store and online retail sales across all forms of payment.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 30, 2021

consumers spent $8 billion more online than the normally projected total for that period. This data indicates a sales surge almost on the level of Black Friday 2020, when consumers spent $9 billion. In February 2021, consumers shopping for baby and toddler products saw 3.2X above average, while jewelry was at 2.8X

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 5, 2021

The decline in COVID-19 cases and continued vaccine rollout is already having positive effects: consumer anxiety levels have dropped 10% and worldwide anxiety is at its lowest level since April 2020, according to data from the Deloitte State of the Consumer Tracker. Consumer Industry Leader in an interview with Retail TouchPoints.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

As Cyber Monday sales continue to roll in, Cyber Week appears to have allayed retailers anxieties by delivering another year of record consumer spending, according to Adobe Analytics. Consumers have taken note and spent at record rates during the big shopping days, despite dealing with rising costs in other parts of their lives.”

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Wiser

AUGUST 12, 2024

In our previous post, Harnessing the Power of Large Language Models (LLMs) in eCommerce , we discussed how large language models can enhance product data collection, personalization, search optimization, predictive analytics, and compliance. Now, let’s delve deeper into LLMs and product classification.

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Independent Retailer

JULY 19, 2022

Consumers who see value in retail technology are more likely (73%) to prefer familiar brands than those who are unimpressed with the tech. In today’s increasingly digital world, it has become easier for brands to expand consumers’ awareness. Customer awareness of QR codes, tap-to-pay mobile payments, and brand mobile apps is high.

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Independent Retailer

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

2020 may have thrown us all for a loop, but consumers are excited to get out there and do their gift shopping in person. shoppers when it comes to which brands consumers will shop with during the 2021 holiday season, followed by price point and quality/selection. Survival Tip #2: Expect an Earlier & Longer Shopping Season.

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Mass Relators

MAY 2, 2024

WASHINGTON – The “swipe” fees credit card networks and banks charge merchants to process transactions could cost consumers more than $750 million this Mother’s Day, according to the Merchants Payments Coalition. million in swipe fees on $7 billion in jewelry, $133.3 Consumers plan to spend an average $53.12

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RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

MAY 24, 2022

Online appointment scheduling, touchless shopping in stores, real-time updates on online deliveries, and personalized services are now easier for many as retailers have adapted to new consumer needs and preferences. consumers have opened business SMS, and more have initiated SMS conversations with brands. Probably not.

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Mass Relators

MAY 6, 2021

retail sales had another month of double-digit growth in April, according to Mastercard SpendingPulse, which measures in-store and online retail sales across all forms of payment. Mastercard SpendingPulse reports on national retail sales across all payment types in select markets around the world. . — Total U.S. compared to April 2019.

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Independent Retailer

JANUARY 18, 2023

Consumers are in the market for value, and smart wholesale companies provide independent retailers with product and pricing options that promote high profit margins, stimulate consumer interest, and enable brands to offer goods at bargain prices. Excellent Customer Service. Health & Beauty Products. Office Supplies.

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Mass Relators

MARCH 9, 2022

consumer spending maintained its positive momentum in February, according to Mastercard SpendingPulse, which found that overall retail sales (excluding auto) increased 8.7% compared to pre-pandemic levels, driven by consumers resuming in-person activity. retail sales” as sales at retailers and food services merchants of all sizes.

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Clover - Retail

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Introducing Clover Retail Growth SaaS Clover Retail Growth SaaS (software as a service) is an all-in-one subscription plan designed to help your retail business grow by streamlining and centralizing daily tasks into one system. Many retailers struggle to operate their businesses–much less keep up with customer spending trends.

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Clover - Retail

JULY 31, 2024

Essentials like shopping baskets or carts, a nook to try on clothing or jewelry products, and branded bags or boxes to place purchases in can help create a remarkable customer experience–and one that keeps customers coming back. READ: What is payment card industry compliance (PCI) ? READ: Best practices for gift cards 5.

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Mass Relators

FEBRUARY 14, 2022

. — 2022 kicked off with gains across nearly all retail sectors, according to Mastercard SpendingPulse, which measures in-store and online retail sales across all forms of payment. The shift back to services: The pandemic arrested a decades-long trend of more spending on services vs goods. YOY) and Jewelry (+19.8%

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Small Biz Trends

JULY 19, 2021

These restricted items include but are not limited to certain firearms and parts, goods or services that promote self-harm, COVID-19 products that flout the rule for the sale of COVID-19 related products, etc. The North American consumer electronics industry is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.5% Jewelry items are high selling products.

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Rain Pros

MARCH 17, 2023

And on October 4, 2023 QuickBooks Point of Sale will end operations. QuickBooks Desktop users will not be able to subscribe to live technical support or any of the other Intuit services that can be integrated with QuickBooks Desktop. Intuit wants to make this process a seamless experience.

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RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Conversion is your ability to convince consumers to buy goods from your retail store. Attracting consumers is only half of the battle when it comes to your retail business. Understanding why consumers don’t purchase is one of a store’s most essential things to increase conversion rates. Utilize social proof.

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Clover - Retail

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Plus, because many consumers have come to expect some level of personalization, it can be a deciding factor for whether customers return to your business or not. And, a whopping 78% of consumers prefer receiving postcards over other types of mail. Over half (54%) of all ages groups find reading through mailed advertising enjoyable.

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Merchant Marverk

MARCH 25, 2020

In fact, eCommerce sales are expected to surge in 2020 as consumers stock up on essentials, such as food, healthcare items, cleaning products, household items, and even consumer electronics to stay entertained while at home. Jewelry stores. The second way is to use a third-party delivery service, such as Shipt or Instacart.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 30, 2021

I have very vivid memories about Service Merchandise , a now-defunct business with a unique ordering process focused on catalog inventory. Service Merchandise was a bit more fun than today’s similar IKEA shopping experience because it carried more than mediocre DIY housewares and furniture. (No Don’t remember it?

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Retail Geek

MARCH 11, 2022

I don’t want to actually bring up the topic of buying jewelry and then tell her it’s digital jewelry because that won’t that won’t go where I was wanting it to go. kind of smaller direct to Consumer Brands and I think those guys are right in the Wheelhouse of those impact so that absolutely was coming up.

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