The new study based on surveys of more than 2,000 American consumers conducted by The Harris Poll and Nift, the technology company connecting commerce platforms to advertisers and brands to new customers.
‘An arms race is underway — not for stores or clicks but for algorithmic preference.’
Rakuten/Harris Poll finds 28% plan to spend less while 26% plan to spend more this holiday season, with families feeling the most pressure.
To succeed in the “Aging Arc,” brands need to combine personalization, digital savviness, and genuine connection across different generations.
A new Acosta Group study shows how convenience stores boost loyalty via curated assortments, targeted promotions, and value offerings.
Report shows consumers seek foodservice options for lunch and late afternoon.
Survey: Price sensitivity and substitutions reshape the chocolate aisle as awareness grows.
According to the latest NACS NIQ Global Convenience Store Industry Report, sales dipped slightly in Q2 2025, contrasting with the broader retail market.
U.S. beauty sales rise as online sales increase 21% and consumers adjust routines after cosmetic procedures.
What dairy’s shifting composition means for retailers riding the protein wave.
Data show that the shift is real: 88% of shoppers still prefer in-store grocery shopping, and 86% say they would pay more for a better experience.
The July survey of 500 U.S. middle and senior store managers details how retailers are struggling to keep shelves stocked, customers satisfied, and establishments fully staffed.
Unlike last year’s early announcements, big retailers are staying quiet on seasonal hiring, fueling uncertainty about staffing levels ahead of the holidays.
“Generative AI tools are becoming the new gatekeepers of the shopper journey,” said John Carroll, President of Connected Commerce at Acosta Group.
Retailers can leverage the protein trend to boost sales and improve their position among health-conscious consumers.
Convenience retailers are redefining foodservice in a market where quick-service restaurants are losing ground.
