Gift cards poised for big holiday season amid inventory, shipping concernsThe most requested holiday gift for nearly 15 years is ready for another big year. Study: Consumers follow brands on Pinterest, TikTokBrands looking for followers should create a presence on Pinterest and TikTok, and “influencers” may not be so influential. Study: 50% of frontline workers planning to resign; burnout cited as top reason Burnout is causing frontline workers — particularly those in the retail and grocery industries — to leave their jobs. NPD: September sales reveal significant retail shifts The lull in discretionary spending that typically occurs in September was largely missing this year. Office return delays take big toll on Midtown Manhattan retail The delayed return to offices due to the spread of the Delta variant has been a blow to the retail recovery in Manhattan. Study: Increased pay alone won’t attract employees Retailers need to do more than raise pay and benefits to attract and retain employees. Mastercard SpendingPulse: September retail sales up 5.4% year-over-year Retail sales continued to grow in September, but at a slower pace compared to August. Target to pay employees extra for working peak days of holiday season Target Corp. is adding a pay incentive focused on the upcoming holiday season. U.S. convenience store sales in 2021 could top pre-pandemic levels Convenience store retailers are bullish about their sales for 2021 but concerns persist. Study: Younger consumers driving ‘buy now pay later’ purchases on social media Consumers have different preferences regarding social media advertising strategies based on their ages. Survey: Online shoppers want to visualize products, aren’t using AR Fewer than one in three U.S. online consumers has used a virtual try-on/augmented reality feature. Apparel spending expected to soar in Q4 Consumers are eager to spend on fall and winter apparel. First Previous 128 129 130 131 132 Next Last
