Shopify’s 2025 holiday data shows DIY kits, nostalgic toys like yo‑yos, and self‑care gifts led e‑commerce trends as shoppers sought creative, personalized holiday presents.
Aldi will open over 180 stores in 2026 across 31 states, targeting 3,200 total U.S. locations by 2028.
Why retail accelerators are reshaping how brands scale. Learn how execution, compliance, logistics, and digital merchandising now matter more than invention, and why retailers use accelerators to build reliable partners and spot trends early.
Social media platforms drive product discovery and trends, but operational realities and in‑store dynamics often prevent viral products from becoming consistent retail bestsellers.
Retailers and brands must prioritize digital shelf audits, AI tools, and PDP optimization to win in today’s omnichannel marketplace.
Prices for high-end GPUs from AMD and Nvidia may soon jump from $2,000 to $5,000, raising concerns across the PC gaming and creator communities.
Retailers are preparing for a post‑holiday spike in returns through January 2026, as return volumes increase and influence reverse logistics and customer experience strategies.
Nike could be evaluating a sale of Converse after notable revenue declines and a sharp drop in demand creation signal deeper challenges for the iconic sneaker brand.
Selena Gomez’s Rare Beauty expands into Ulta Beauty stores and online in February 2026 with exclusive product kits and a new charitable campaign.
Creator-led video content is now a critical driver of ecommerce sales, transforming how brands plan, fund, and measure retail growth.
Amazon in 2026 rewards operational excellence, not stunts—top sellers are building scalable retail ecosystems, not chasing hot products.
Creators now power the digital shelf. PartnrUp CEO Jessica Thorpe explains how UGC, automation, and affiliate links drive measurable lift on Amazon and Walmart, boosting PDP conversion and connecting social reach to real sales.
Digital shapes the shopping journey but stores still win the moment of purchase. This episode uses fresh data to explain why blended retail works, from social discovery and mobile research to BOPIS, curbside, and in store experiences that drive trust and conversion.
Live shopping is growing fast but unevenly. This episode breaks down why China leads, where US platforms like TikTok Shop and Amazon Live win or fail, and how story led streams, creator hosts, and frictionless checkout drive real conversion in 2025.
Secondhand retail is booming as shoppers seek authenticity, sustainability, and identity over instant gratification.
In a cautious consumer climate, brands are leaning into emotional storytelling, digital engagement, and experiential retail to drive holiday spending.