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Digital payment platforms provide consumers with an efficient and secure form of convenience to pay for goods and services without the hassle of carrying credit cards and cash. Software-based payment…
Read moreExploring the five senses of consumer shopping with the added sixth sense of experience in the physical retail environment. The physical retail environment plays a critical role in how consumers…
Read morePhew! We made it through another year of retail’s unusual twists and turns. The trends that caught the most attention blend the physical space with complementary digital platforms that expedite…
Read moreAfter a record-setting 2021, the capital markets are poised for another strong showing in 2022. As we wrap up the year, here are several thoughts and predictions on the year…
Read articleEconomists suggest the supply chain logjam will continue to affect businesses into the first half of 2022. Speculation over lack of inventory was a hot topic during the summer months,…
Read articleIn-store foot traffic was up but sales dipped from last year over Black Friday and Cyber Monday. The National Retail Federation recently released its Annual Thanksgiving Weekend Consumer Survey, which…
Read articleThe New Year is coming, and with shoppers leaping over significant purchasing hurdles to celebrate the holiday season, one question arises: what changes will 2022 bring to Retail, globally? Dynamic…
Read articleGoing into 2021, it was difficult to predict how the healthcare sector would fare while in the midst of a pandemic. Some predictions, such as the continued expansion of “medtail,”…
Read articleThe various holidays celebrated by Americans throughout the year drive a significant portion of consumer spending. Thanksgiving is no exception. Moreover, while most festive occasions include meals or snacks, Thanksgiving…
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Read moreRetail is performing better than expected on the back of strong consumer spending.
Read moreFor this month's episode, we connected with Steve Weikal, Head of Industry Relations at the MIT Center for Real Estate.
Read moreWith the supply chain in flux and the prospect of new inventory in the wind, more and more retailers are adapting their omnichannel strategies to incorporate circular economy concepts to maintain consumer interest and brand engagement.
Read moreThe resiliency of the retail industry continued into the third quarter of 2021 as consumers pushed retail sales to record levels and retailers focused on expansion plans.
Read moreRetailers who have partnered with a "buy now, pay later" (BNPL) fintech platform have experienced increased Average Order Value (AOV) in addition to increased customer satisfaction and retention.
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