Internal documents reviewed by Reuters show Meta may have earned up to 10 % of its revenue in 2024 from scam and banned ads, revealing major brand‑safety risks in its advertising ecosystem.
Brands that start early, match their product to the right outlet, and offer affiliate‑ready availability have the best shot at gift‑guide placement—and in today’s omnichannel world, that coverage signals demand, trust and readiness across all channels.
DoorDash surged ahead as the U.S.’s fastest‑growing brand in 2025, thanks to its expansion beyond food delivery into local commerce and its strong gains among middle‑income households and older demographics.
The University of Georgia and MRII now offer area‑specific “Principles Express” course bundles to help insights professionals rapidly gain specialised market‑research skills—ideal for today’s omnichannel retail challenges.
User‑generated content is a powerful tool for omnichannel brands—building authenticity, social proof and community across all customer touchpoints.
Segmentation driven by commercial use‑cases, future‑focused markets and embedded behaviours is the strategic lever omnichannel brands need—not just a messaging tool.
With TikTok evolving into a search engine for younger shoppers, brands must adopt optimized hashtags, engaging content and consistent posts to secure visibility and drive omnichannel growth.
As over 3,700 stores shutter nationwide, retailers and suppliers must act now to transform physical locations into omnichannel performance hubs.
U.S. holiday retail sales are projected to cross $1 trillion for the first time, signaling steady consumer demand and a crucial test for omnichannel strategy execution.
Friction kills retail growth, and fixing it starts in the aisles. Learn from strategist DeAnn Campbell how small design and data shifts turn stores into profit engines. Discover how AI, layout, and culture upgrades can lift loyalty, sales, and engagement across every channel.
Grocery retail media is transforming from ad space to core strategy. Discover how Amazon, Walmart, and Kroger use data, loyalty, and in-store tech to link ads to sales, boost merchandising, and turn every aisle into measurable media. Learn what’s working and what comes next in retail media.
Coca‑Cola’s 2025 AI‑generated holiday ad draws praise for innovation but criticism for visual glitches — a cautionary tale for retail marketers using generative AI.
Aldi proves that value still wins when quality meets discipline. We break down its growth, smart Instacart strategy, and how AI and TikTok are reshaping holiday shopping. Discover what drives traffic, loyalty, and retail success this season.
TikTok Shop reveals generative‑AI fraud is rising fast—fake products, counterfeit brands and malware campaigns threaten marketplace trust and retail brand stability.
Grocery shoppers in 2025 are savvy, skeptical and operating within a “polycrisis” mindset — forcing grocers to focus on value, trust and seamless digital‑in‑store experiences.
Grocery shoppers now begin their journeys online, and retail chains must build seamless digital‑to‑physical experiences to compete effectively.