What retailers can expect from consumers this year

Consumers are more cautious and discerning, yet eager to get out and about, Euromonitor’s Michelle Evans told an NRF audience last week.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 23, 2023

8 DTC retail trends to watch in 2023

With macroeconomic challenges from 2022 seeping into the new year, brands are balancing out their store count, pushing for profitability and more.

By Dani James • Jan. 23, 2023

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How artificial intelligence is shaping retail

More retailers are leaning on AI as a tool, tapping into the tech to improve customer service and support supply chain functions.

By Retail Dive staff

Resale dominates National Retail Federation’s ‘Big Show’

Secondhand goods present retailers with a lucrative sales opportunity at an uncertain time for the industry, according to several presenters.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 19, 2023

J. Crew embraces resale

“J. Crew Always” involves online sales of used goods in partnership with ThredUp, as well as an assortment of vintage finds at select stores.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 18, 2023

The Weekly Closeout: Pink Sauce to hit Walmart shelves and Emma Chamberlain is the face of Lancôme

Dave’s Gourmet is producing the TikTok sauce sensation while beauty company Lancôme courts a younger generation. 

By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 13, 2023

Inflation moderated in December, giving retailers some hope

The holidays led many consumers to buy more discretionary items, but they’re likely going to remain careful about their spending this year.

By Daphne Howland • Jan. 13, 2023

New Lands’ End CEO wants to grow customer base, open stores

With rising customer acquisition costs online, Andrew McLean says traditional marketing methods — including its catalog — could be key.

By Cara Salpini • Jan. 12, 2023

‘Retailers are getting squeezed’ by price-weary consumers, supply chain costs: report

Nearly all 50 retail executives surveyed in Deloitte’s latest study expect inflation to pressure profits this year.

By Dani James • Jan. 12, 2023

Fitch: Gulf between retail’s winners and losers to widen in 2023

Default rates will likely remain low, but the firm is watching for bankruptcies from major players like Party City, Rite Aid and Bed Bath & Beyond.

By Cara Salpini • Jan. 10, 2023

9 retail trends to watch in 2023

With the threat of a recession looming, the new year brings about a slew of challenges for retailers — but not all is gloomy.

By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 9, 2023

5 trends that shaped the holidays in 2022

From deep discounts to metaverse activations, here are some of the biggest influences on the season.

By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 9, 2023

7 steps to turn shopper insight into action

Learn how retailers that leverage the power of a retail platform will stay on top.

By Rose Spicer • Jan. 9, 2023

US shoppers took on over $1,500 in holiday debt: report

Consumers relied on buy now, pay later, credit cards and store cards to finance their 2022 holiday spending, according to LendingTree.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 6, 2023

Shoppers spent record-breaking $211.7B online during 2022 holiday season: report

Discounts also hit record highs, which were “strong enough to sustain discretionary spending through the entire season,” according to Adobe. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 6, 2023

Total holiday spend grew nearly 7% in 2022: report

Though retailers saw an uptick in sales online and in stores this year, inflation has undercut growth, according to GlobalData. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Jan. 4, 2023

The Backroom: Ushering in the new year with Doug Stephens

What retailers should know about the realities of the metaverse and more futuristic observations from the retail prophet.

By Retail Dive Staff • Dec. 29, 2022

Survey: Inflation is slowing consumer spending on footwear

Consumers choose online shopping for more product options and will switch brands or retailers to save money.

By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 21, 2022

Consumers are hitting the brakes on apparel purchases: UBS

Department stores and other retailers dependent on clothing sales face a gloomy 2023 and may shutter more locations, according to the analysts.

By Daphne Howland • Dec. 21, 2022

Nearly 80% of US adults have never participated in a live shopping event: report

The live commerce industry has blossomed in China, but it has a long way to go in terms of U.S. adoption, according to Morning Consult data.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 20, 2022

Fragrance sales spike for the holidays: NPD

The category outperformed overall discretionary general merchandise spending during key weeks, including Black Friday and Cyber Monday.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 19, 2022

How small businesses are navigating the holiday season

With the impact of the pandemic ongoing and inflation adding pressure, neighborhood stores are facing similar challenges as their big-box counterparts.

By Kaarin Moore • Dec. 19, 2022

An evolution of influence: Using social commerce to spark consumer confidence

Shopping with others is more informative and more fun, resulting in a better overall experience for shoppers and fewer regrets and returns for retailers.

By Emily Hotz • Dec. 19, 2022

Toy retailers turn to discounts to drive holiday sales, clear inventory

Themed Lego sets and movie-related action figures are selling well, while board games and Nerf products are down, according to Jefferies analysts.

By Nate Delesline III • Dec. 16, 2022

FTC hints at updating environmental claim guidelines

The agency acknowledged that consumer interest in more sustainable retail products has risen since it last updated its “Green Guides” in 2012.

By Dani James • Dec. 16, 2022

Consumers rely more on cash and debit cards to pay for holiday purchases: report

More research from Forbes Advisor suggests that shoppers are checking their shopping lists for items or people to omit.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 15, 2022