Retail Media Networks: Insights from 2024 and the Road Ahead
In 2024, it has become abundantly clear that retail media networks (RMNs) are shaping the landscape of digital marketing for retailers. While many players in the retail sector express a keen interest in harnessing the power of RMNs, the reality…
Progressive Grocer Unveils Its 2024 Category Captains
As the retail landscape evolves, so do the strategies employed by Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) companies. The 2024 Category Captains reveal a focused commitment from leading brands to enhance sales not only for themselves but also for entire categories and…
Understanding Consumer Habits: Insights from Natural Grocers for 2025
The landscape of consumer behavior is changing rapidly, influenced by technological advancements, health consciousness, and shifting priorities. To stay relevant, businesses need to understand these evolving patterns. Natural Grocers, a chain of health food stores, recently penned its insights predicting…
Can Bluesky Raise Enough Funding to Compete?
As the social media landscape continues to evolve, newer platforms are emerging to challenge the giants like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Bluesky, a project initiated by Twitter creator Jack Dorsey, seeks to carve out a niche in this competitive arena….
Cyber 5 Shopping Surge: What Retailers Need to Know
The buzz surrounding the Cyber 5 period this year is palpable, with new data from the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Proper Insights & Analytics revealing that U.S. consumers are set to shop in record numbers, both in-store and online….
Navigating Consumer Loyalty in a Discount-Driven Landscape
Across various generations, the allure of discounts remains a powerful motivator. According to recent research from digital transformation consultancy Daemon, 61% of Gen Z, 67% of Millennials, and 65% of Baby Boomers cite special discounts as their top reason for…
Familiar Refrain for Grocery Inflation Rate
The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) reveals a familiar trend in grocery inflation. For those keeping a close eye on food prices, the situation may seem repetitive, as inflation trends are…
LocalStack Raises USD $25m to Revolutionise Cloud Development
LocalStack, a prominent player in the cloud development space, has successfully secured USD $25 million in a Series A funding round aimed at enhancing its innovative platform. This investment is set to play a pivotal role in empowering developers to…
Analysis of Amazon's Dominance During Prime Day 2024: Insights and Implications for E-Commerce
Prime Day has solidified its status as a monumental event in the retail calendar, and the data from 2024 reinforces this narrative. According to research by Digital Commerce 360, an impressive 36.87% of online shoppers in the U.S. made purchases…
B2C Commerce Startup Wheelocity Raises $15 Million from Lightspeed and Others
In an exciting development for the B2C commerce landscape, Wheelocity, a Chennai-based startup, has successfully raised $15 million in a funding round led by Lightspeed India Partners. With contributions from other investors including Alteria Capital, Anicut Capital, and founder Selvam…