Camping World has become the first dedicated camping and recreational vehicle (RV) supplies retailer to partner with Instacart for same-day delivery. This collaboration allows Camping World customers to access nearly 1,800 products for same-day delivery through the Instacart app and website, the companies said in a Thursday (Oct....
While “Just Walk Out”-style checkout remains quite new to most consumers, and may not be for everyone, PYMNTS Intelligence reveals that a significant portion of shoppers are open to the payment method, creating an opportunity for grocers looking to lower their labor costs. By the...
Agora, a platform for real-time engagement application programming interfaces (APIs), has announced the wide availability of its technology to power livestream shopping experiences. The company’s solution enables brands, marketplaces and platforms to easily build live shoppable experiences, Agora said in a Thursday (Oct. 26) press release....
Loyalty programs have become ubiquitous, creating a crowded marketplace. Given this landscape, how can a brand introduce its loyalty solution and differentiate itself? The answer often lies in the uniqueness and demand of the product or service you’ve crafted. That’s a sentiment Leatherman is leaning...
In the playful world of toys, Mattel wound up its engines and announced a 9% increase in its third-quarter 2023 net sales, reaching $1.92 billion, with Barbie being the star of the show, alongside Hot Wheels. Mattel observed a rise in global gross billings, with...
Ulta Beauty is looking to give its retail therapy experience a wellness boost and has announced its plan to extend its in-store wellness areas to over 1,330 locations across the country. Named “The Wellness Shop,” and launched in 2021, these areas will feature a new,...
Online return fees appear to be both a blessing and a curse for retailers. While charging shoppers for sending back items has reduced returns, a report Thursday (Oct. 26) by The Wall Street Journal (WSJ) says these policies could be driving away customers as the holiday shopping...
UPS plans to acquire Happy Returns, a software and reverse logistics company, to expand its returns footprint and enhance its digital solutions. This deal aims to address the long-standing challenges faced by both shoppers and retailers in the returns process, the companies said in a Wednesday (Oct....
What’s in your “everything shower” routine? For those who aren’t in the know, on TikTok, content creators are describing it as a multistep shower experience each week. In their videos, they describe their routines with various products, such as exfoliators, hair masks, shampoos, conditioners,...
