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Most Returns Come During Setup, Amazon Closes Auto Parts Gap, Inside PYMNTS’ Shopping Survey
Most Returns Come During Setup, Amazon Closes Auto Parts Gap, Inside PYMNTS’ Shopping Survey
September 08, 2021  |  Today In Data

PYMNTS research looks at how brick-and-mortar retailers fit into the bring-it-to-me economy. Plus, why almost two-thirds of product returns come during the unboxing or installation...

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ThirdLove Seizes Opportunity, Hiring Season for Retailers, Micro-Distribution Centers Emerge
ThirdLove Seizes Opportunity, Hiring Season for Retailers, Micro-Distribution Centers Emerge
September 04, 2021  |  Today In Data

Mall-based micro-distribution centers look to help consumers get their packages more quickly. Plus, ThirdLove plans to keep customers lost by Victoria’s Secret by focusing on...

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Chewy’s Vet Marketplace, Amazon and Walmart’s Retail Fight, AI and Big Data Boost Cyber-Defense
Chewy’s Vet Marketplace, Amazon and Walmart’s Retail Fight, AI and Big Data Boost Cyber-Defense
September 03, 2021  |  Today In Data

Chewy launches a vet marketplace as an expansion of its health offerings. Plus, merchants rely on AI and Big Data to boost cybersecurity strength, and...

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Clothing Rental Emerging, VR Keeps People Shopping, JCPenney’s Second Chance for Consumers
Clothing Rental Emerging, VR Keeps People Shopping, JCPenney’s Second Chance for Consumers
September 02, 2021  |  Today In Data

Virtual reality is one way retailers can keep people in their shopping centers longer. Plus, JCPenney may be getting into the BNPL game soon, and...

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Consumers Are Skeptical, Custom Suits Go Virtual, Walmart Leans on Gap Home
Consumers Are Skeptical, Custom Suits Go Virtual, Walmart Leans on Gap Home
September 01, 2021  |  Today In Data

IZOTTI is taking some of the intimidation out of buying custom-made suits. Plus, Walmart still struggling to make its mark in home furnishings, and two-thirds...

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IKEA Launches Furniture Buyback, Emergence of Micro-Influencers, Amazon and Walmart Boost BNPL
IKEA Launches Furniture Buyback, Emergence of Micro-Influencers, Amazon and Walmart Boost BNPL
August 31, 2021  |  Today In Data

Micro-influencers are taking the lead in social commerce. Plus, BNPL gains critical mass as Amazon and Walmart jump on board, and IKEA is piloting an...

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Gap Adds Virtual Try-On Firm, Peloton Faces DOJ Sanctions, Amazon Closes In on Walmart
Gap Adds Virtual Try-On Firm, Peloton Faces DOJ Sanctions, Amazon Closes In on Walmart
August 30, 2021  |  Today In Data

Peloton’s treadmill injury reporting leads to a DOJ subpoena. Plus, Gap has acquired the virtual try-on company Drapr, and we have all the latest news...

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Omnichannel Retail’s Future, Perch Moves Into Fulfillment, Ulta Is Aggressive Post-Pandemic
Omnichannel Retail’s Future, Perch Moves Into Fulfillment, Ulta Is Aggressive Post-Pandemic
August 27, 2021  |  Today In Data

Retailers understand that they need an omnichannel approach to succeed. Plus, Ulta plays offense as eager shoppers return to stores, and Perch adds Web Deals...

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Warby Parker Goes Direct, Home Fragrance Market Needs Boost, Nordstrom Gets Ready
Warby Parker Goes Direct, Home Fragrance Market Needs Boost, Nordstrom Gets Ready
August 26, 2021  |  Today In Data

Warby Parker aims for D2C eye care. Plus, Nordstrom prepares for a variety of scenarios during pandemic uncertainty, and the “boring” home fragrances market needs...

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