Retailist

12/12/2025

Consumers aren’t just tightening their budgets — they’re changing how they shop. Joel Leong, Co-Founder of ShopBack Group, breaks down why nearly 70% of shoppers now price-check every major purchase.
Dive into his full analysis here: https://retailistmag.com/the-new-frugality-how-inflation-and-tariffs-are-reshaping-consumer-spending/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_bdby53j6mw

03/10/2025

Q4 is here, the final stretch. The stories your brand tells now will shape how you close out the year and set the stage for 2026. Are you showing up with purpose? https://retailistmag.com/the-september-reset-why-brands-should-reassess-media-presence-and-storytelling-before-q4/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_jwkp1yfqts

September is more than just another month on the calendar, it’s a strategic turning point. For brands, this period carries the same energy as a back-to-school reset: new routines, sharpened focus, and a chance to finish the year stronger than ever. With three quarters of the year behind us, Septem...

22/09/2025

A purchase is just the beginning. The real win? Turning it into loyalty through personalized experiences. Discover strategies to create brand stories customers can’t help but share. 👉https://retailistmag.com/extracting-helpful-data-to-improve-your-customer-journeys/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_nvijeao66o

Leaving customers with a compelling brand story to share with others is a crucial element in building a successful business. But the key to turning a basic purchase transaction into a long-time loyal customer requires a dedicated strategy.

06/08/2025

🌭 Americans will eat 7 billion hot dogs this summer—but soon, grills will give way to Halloween candy and holiday décor. For retailers using VMI, seasonal shifts bring huge opportunities and big risks. Are you ready to react in real time? https://retailistmag.com/winning-the-summer-rush-how-digital-innovation-makes-seasonal-demand-a-breeze/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_ajaugpgkvv

22/07/2025

Digital experience platforms are revolutionizing how brands connect with customers, powering everything from personalized content to seamless journeys across web, apps, and social. Want to know what's inside a DXP and why it's becoming essential for both developers and marketers? Read the latest now: https://retailistmag.com/the-rise-of-digital-experience-platforms-dxps-in-software-development/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_xg2q43lloa

Digital experience platforms (DXPs) are changing the way organisations can design and manage enjoyable, engaging online experiences for every customer. Activities including content management, personalisation, data analysis and more aggregate into coherent user experiences across web, applications a...

21/07/2025

Tariffs? Turbulence? Salsify’s 2025 Consumer Holiday Shopping Report reveals a new playbook: AI-curated gift guides, a digital-first Black Friday, booming alcohol gifting, and fading social media influence.

📊 Get the insights shaping this year’s retail season https://retailistmag.com/new-survey-shows-shoppers-are-showing-up-this-holiday-season-even-amid-tariffs-and-turmoil/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_wsvuvslzuf

14/07/2025

🔗 Explore how DXPs are bridging the gap between devs and marketers to deliver next-level digital experiences https://retailistmag.com/the-rise-of-digital-experience-platforms-dxps-in-software-development/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_nclasdzeo9

17/04/2025

Trying to reach everyone often means truly connecting with no one. Instead of battling industry giants for attention, smart brands are tapping into underserved markets—where real opportunities (and loyal customers) live. Ready to grow your market share the smarter way? 👉 https://retailistmag.com/tapping-into-underserved-markets-6-key-considerations-for-product-development/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_wzah7i0cf4

One of the most crucial factors in long-term profitability and growth is market share. In an effort to pe*****te a market and make an impact, many companies try to cast a wide net with their marketing messaging to attract as many prospective customers as possible.

21/03/2025

Brick-and-mortar retailers face labor shortages, operational challenges, and the race to optimize retail media. GoSpotCheck by FORM CEO Ali Moosani shares how AI-powered tech is transforming retail strategy. Read more: https://retailistmag.com/the-future-of-brick-and-mortar-retail-a-qa-on-augmented-reality-and-the-power-of-image-recognition/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_qxmjm8uafl

As the retail landscape continues to evolve, brick-and-mortar operators are balancing a complex mix of challenges and opportunities. Labor shortages, operational fragmentation, and the race to optimize retail media strategies all require new levels of agility and innovation. The CEO of GoSpotCheck b...

20/03/2025

More Canadians are turning to the internet for health information, with search engines often being their first and only stop—including for addiction treatment resources. Learn more about the latest insights from the CMA’s 2025 Health and Media Annual Tracking Survey: https://retailistmag.com/advertising-for-recovery-a-policy-shift-in-canadian-addiction-treatment/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=ap_a7yx8hd5sq

More Canadians than ever are turning to the internet and social media for news and information about their health and health services, according to the Canadian Medical Association’s 2025 Health and Media Annual Tracking Survey. Further, the CMA says that for “many people seeking information abo...

04/03/2025

💪 With top retailers like Costco and Walmart raising wages, one thing is clear—competitive pay is the key to attracting and keeping top talent in today's tight labor market. Is your brand making compensation a strategic advantage? Discover how pay impacts hiring strategies:

The retail talent war is heating up, but the truth is, it’s been this way for the past five years. So, what’s new? The way retailers are leveraging pay as a primary weapon in the fight for top talent. With a tight labor market and fierce competition for skilled employees, major retailers are mak...

03/03/2025

Retailers are spending millions on tech in 2025 – but which tools are delivering real ROI?

1,500+ retailers have spoken. Here’s where they’re investing their tech budgets this year.

Brightpearl’s TechShop ‘25 report uncovers the top 10 retail tech priorities based on exclusive insights from retailers across the UK, US, and Australia.

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- The most in-demand retail tech investments for 2025

- How AI, automation, demand forecasting, fraud protection and personalization are reshaping the industry

- Which investments are driving growth, efficiency & customer loyalty

- The costly mistakes to avoid when upgrading your tech stack

- Expert insights to help you make smarter, faster decisions

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Retailers worldwide are doubling down on technology to drive growth, efficiency, and customer loyalty in 2025. But with so many tools on the market, which investments are truly game-changing?