
Economic Pressures Prompt Early Back-To-School Shopping
Despite pressures, back-to-school spending expected to show resilience
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Despite pressures, back-to-school spending expected to show resilience
Traditional open coupons focus on reach, while loyalty discounts focus on retention and personalization
Tech represents next step toward agentic AI-driven portals
Shoppers demand more from both in-store and online interactions
Majority of clothing purchases still spread across department stores, discount chains, digital brands
Off-price and dollar-store retailers have lagged in adopting e-commerce.
Emphasis on local sourcing and regional supplier networks helps cost efficiencies
Lawn care industry’s transformation echoes earlier shift in the power tool market
Podcast audiences offer unique opportunity for retailers to engage consumers.
Retailers brace for 2026 shift
Scott examines possibilities and responsibilities in retail AI deployment
Shoe companies navigate complex terrain to stay competitive.
Rapid expansion comes at a time of deep disruption in the pharmacy sector.
Package thefts present multi-billion-dollar problem.
Self-checkout fades as RFID technology offers newer techniques