trend watch

Capitalizing on Livestreaming’s Growth Potential: Expert Advice for Newbies

Livestreaming, also known as live commerce, is still emerging in Western markets, particularly when compared to the booming Chinese livestreaming market. But…

Subscription Commerce Snapshot: Discounts are Out, Content and Community Are In

“Subscription commerce” was all the rage as companies like Stitch Fix and Blue Apron were riding their rocket ships to unicorn status….

3 Ways Livestreaming is Shaking Up the Retail Marketing Playbook

As retailers shift more of their attention and dollars to digital content and community-building activities, livestreaming has moved into the spotlight. Its…

Retail Private Label Challenges: Growth Creates A More Crowded Playing Field

Private label has often been a go-to strategy for retailers seeking to improve their margins while still offering competitive pricing. An added…

4 Last-Minute Tips To Mitigate Holiday Returns Challenges

For retailers, the morning-after New Year’s hangover has nothing to do with alcohol and almost everything to do with returns. In fact,…

Shoppers Don’t See ‘Black Friday’ Or ‘Cyber Monday’ — They See A Weekend Of Deals

Cyber Monday sales hit $9.4 billion this year, up 19.7% from 2018, topping the $7.4 billion sold on Black Friday, according to…

As Singles Day Becomes Multi-Week Event, Can U.S. Retailers Attract Chinese Shoppers?

Source. Alizila.com Although Alibaba anticipates sales of $37 billion in goods across its marketplaces during the 11.11 Global Shopping Festival, largely identified…

With Both VC And PE Firms, Retailers Must Balance Investment Risks And Rewards

Attendees at any retail conference in 2019 are likely to see numerous panels and keynotes that include venture capitalists, private equity investors…

Moving Toward Inclusion: More Retailers Appoint C-Level Diversity Officers

Retailers, like any other business, can make mistakes that alienate their audience or even their own employees. In today’s 24/7 news cycle,…

Study: 31% Of Retail Associates Still Don’t Receive Formal Workplace Training

Although it’s becoming increasingly accepted that retailers must give their employees a reason to stay (beyond just a paycheck) if they want…

Resale Is The New $51 Billion Retail Reality — Retailers Should Prepare Accordingly

The sale of secondhand apparel and accessories, referred to mainly as resale or “recommerce,” has gained significant traction as consumers increasingly seek…

Robotics Move Beyond Warehouses To Stores And The Last Mile

Robotics technologies deployed within retail, food service and hospitality already are reducing the number of humans needed to perform their jobs. But…

View the Retail Trendcaster Webinar Series on-demand to uncover key 2025 retail trends, from AI and personalization to social commerce. Gain expert insights, data-driven predictions, and actionable takeaways to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market.

trend watch

Capitalizing on Livestreaming’s Growth Potential: Expert Advice for Newbies

Subscription Commerce Snapshot: Discounts are Out, Content and Community Are In

3 Ways Livestreaming is Shaking Up the Retail Marketing Playbook

Retail Private Label Challenges: Growth Creates A More Crowded Playing Field

4 Last-Minute Tips To Mitigate Holiday Returns Challenges

Shoppers Don’t See ‘Black Friday’ Or ‘Cyber Monday’ — They See A Weekend Of Deals

As Singles Day Becomes Multi-Week Event, Can U.S. Retailers Attract Chinese Shoppers?

With Both VC And PE Firms, Retailers Must Balance Investment Risks And Rewards

Moving Toward Inclusion: More Retailers Appoint C-Level Diversity Officers

Study: 31% Of Retail Associates Still Don’t Receive Formal Workplace Training

Resale Is The New $51 Billion Retail Reality — Retailers Should Prepare Accordingly

Robotics Move Beyond Warehouses To Stores And The Last Mile

Taking the Pain Out of Customer Service: What Do Modern Retailers Need to Succeed?

2025 Benchmark Survey: How Retailers are Re-Affirming Brand Value Through the In-Store Experience

Hurdles to Healthy Eating: Jonesing for Junk Foods and Price Constraints

Turning Curiosity into Commitment: How Intent-Driven Personalization is Redefining Digital Marketing

The Advertiser Action Plan

Shoptalk 2025

SubSummit

Outdoor Retailer Summer & ODI

CommerceNext

FUTR North America

Uncovering What’s Next in Retail

Access The Media Kit

Interests:

Access Our Editorial Calendar