Data & Analytics

Amazon launches holiday deals event for last-minute shoppers
Amazon was one of the first retailers to offer holiday discounts this year, and now is acting to be one of the last.
Consumer sentiment improves in early December
Sentiment among U.S consumers turned more positive in the beginning of December as inflation concerns eased to a 15-month low.

Costco to open 24 new stores; Q1 sales up 8.1%

Costco Wholesale Club reported first-quarter sales and earnings that missed Street estimates as it deals with inflation and higher operating expenses.
RH acquires two companies as it climbs up ‘luxury mountain;’ to remodel all stores

RH (formerly known as Restoration Hardware) has made two acquisitions as part of its ongoing brand transformation and strategy to be a leader in luxury.
Report: Walmart-backed fintech plans to enter buy now, pay later space

A fintech startup whose investors include Walmart will reportedly begin offering a buy now, pay later (BNPL) solution as soon as 2023.
Sweetgreen redesigns app for enhanced ordering, loyalty

Sweetgreen has completed an upgrade across its mobile web, Android, and iOS customer experiences.
Bad customer experiences cost businesses $200 billion-plus annually

A poor in-store experience can have a major cost impact on a business.
Construction materials prices inch down in November

Construction materials prices declined month-over-month in November, but still remain at elevated levels.
Q&A: Batteries Plus digital head focuses on personalization, inventory

Batteries Plus is undergoing transformation as a veteran digital executive joins the company.
Survey reveals disconnect in supply chain automation adoption

Usage of supply chain automation technology does not match industry recognition of its importance.
Amazon adds four new executives to senior leadership team

Amazon continues to evolve under CEO Andy Jassy.
Starbucks pilots metaverse loyalty program

Starbucks has launched a beta version of an NFT-based extension of its popular digital loyalty program.