U.S. Toy Industry Shows a Softening Decline in 2024
U.S. toy retail sales performance results for January through April 2024 showed that toy industry dollar sales declined by 1% through April versus the...
eBay to Stop Accepting Amex Due to High Swipe Fees
Online marketplace behemoth eBay told customers in an email that it plans to no longer accept American Express, citing “unacceptably high fees” and that customers have other...
Consumers Prefer Product Information on Retailers’ Own Channels
When making online buying decisions, U.S. consumers now place more value on product information delivered on retailers’ owned channels, compared to third-party channels, such...
Consumers Remain ‘Willing to Spend’ Even as Growth Slows
Shoppers are still willing to buy even as smaller job and wage gains and high interest rates are slowing the growth of consumer spending,...
May Small Business Sales Grow Modestly
The Fiserv Small Business Index for May 2024 found that small business sales grew 4.3% year-over-year and 0.2% month-over-month. Foot traffic also grew 5.2%...
Despite Economic Uncertainty, Small Businesses Show Optimism
Both small business owners and consumers nationwide are being impacted by the state of the economy. But despite concerns about prices and cash flow,...
Consumer Shopping Behaviors Unlock Opportunities for Retailers
A new industry study released by ADvendio shows that evolving consumer shopping behaviors are opening significant opportunities for retailers to boost sales and improve customer engagement...
Bob & Sheri Podcast and Radio Show Helps Small Businesses
In this era of TikTok, YouTube and influencer marketing, many small businesses are wondering how they can build scale and create national recognition. Many...
Kueski Pay Advancing Mexico’s Economy
As a means to help finance purchases over a set period of time, buy now, pay later (BNPL) services have become quite popular —...
Brands Are Redefining the Alcohol-Free Cocktail Experience
Dry January is turning into a dry lifestyle as more consumers choose better-for-you beverages over alcohol.
Morning Consult conducted surveys on January 4-5, 2021, January...
