How to win over pessimistic consumersA new survey reveals negative consumer sentiment toward the economy, along with some potential strategies to compete in this environment. AI could cause $1.6 trillion impact by 2030 — these retailers leadA new study indicates retailers stand to benefit from artificial intelligence, some more than others. Survey: Inflation, cost of living to impact majority of holiday shopping plans Nearly two-thirds of U.S. consumers say that high prices will impact their holiday spending, while a small chunk of consumers plan to delay holiday season celebrations. The benefits of take-back programs are… A new survey reveals how consumers view retailer take-back initiatives that let them trade in old products to reduce waste. Survey: Halloween spending expected to rise despite cost concerns With summer winding down, shoppers are looking to the fall and expecting to spend more on Halloween this year. Labor Day spending plans include... Two-thirds of consumers plan to celebrate Labor Day this year, and more than a third expect to shop during the holiday weekend. Retailers to invest in AI, social media ads to reach Gen Z holiday shoppers Gen Z shoppers are set to spend this holiday season, and retailers are taking steps to attract them. Brookings: Retail is commercial real estate’s 2nd most valuable asset class The most stable sector during the pandemic, retail rises above industrial and office with a value of $3.03 trillion according to a Brookings report. Consumer confidence inches up in August to highest level in six months Consumers are feeling more confident even as they grow more concerned about the labor market. Data: Nearly 40% of online shoppers make monthly returns Nearly four-in-10 consumers return an item they purchased online at least once a month, according to a new survey. First Previous 44 45 46 47 48 Next Last
