Omicron unlikely to bring shutdowns, says NRF economistThe main economic impact of the COVID-19 omicron variant is likely to be on inflation. Popular Long Beach center gets a new ownerA California-based developer of open-air retail properties that plans to double the square footage of its portfolio this year has set off aggressively on its mission in the first days of 2022. Survey: Mobile payment apps, cryptocurrency grow in popularity An increasing number of consumers are using mobile payment apps and owning cryptocurrency. Spending on social media platforms set to explode Digital spending will shift to social media during the next three years, fueled largely by two groups of consumers. Best Buy joins Walmart, Target with in-house media company The leading U.S. consumer electronics retailer is taking its targeted advertising activities to a new level. Four Strategies to Minimize Effects of Inflation While Increasing Profits Inflation fears have resurfaced after a decade of subdued price increases, as the costs of many products and services have increased this year. Who’s In, Who’s Out: Shifting buying habits of Gen Z Global online fast-fashion retailers dominate Gen Z pandemic shopping, displacing such traditional favorites as Urban Outfitters. CSA Exclusive: Six expert predictions for marketing in 2022 Chain Store Age recently spoke with members of Loyalty Innovators to ask their opinions about what they expect the hot marketing trends to be in 2022. Survey: Holiday shopping season could extend into early 2022 Consumers are considering delaying some holiday purchases until early 2022 — particularly in certain categories. Southeastern Grocers introduces on-demand grocery delivery A regional grocery conglomerate is now delivering online orders in as little as 45 minutes. McDonald’s selling Israeli digital startup to Mastercard McDonald’s is selling a personalization and decision-logic technology company that it acquired nearly three years ago. Survey: Supply chain issues, COVID-19 affect consumer behavior Continuing supply chain issues and the COVID-19 pandemic are impacting consumers in how they shop for the holidays, among other areas. First Previous 100 101 102 103 104 Next Last
