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How GSN Makes Buying Fine Jewelry Friction-Free and Fiscally Responsible

Retail TouchPoints

Gem Shopping Network (GSN ) has carved a unique space in the shoppable media market: Its primary business is still conducted via linear television, akin to the Home Shopping Network and QVC, but it also is growing significantly through connected TV (CTV) and streaming platforms like Apple TV, Roku and YouTube.

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Study: Consumers Warm to Social Commerce, But Payment Mistrust Could Hamper Growth

Retail TouchPoints

The most common product categories purchased were: Video games and accessories ( 44% ); Toys and hobbies ( 29% ); Jewelry and watches ( 26% ); Apparel and accessories ( 25% ); and Books or audiobooks ( 23% ). The Interactive Advertising Bureau reported that social media ad revenues reached $41.5 after Google, accounting for 25.2%

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Stripe vs PayPal: Which Payment Gateway is Right for You?

Ecommerce Platforms

However, you won’t be able to pluck success from the ecommerce world until you’ve got one more thing right: your payment gateway. The payment gateway on your ecommerce site is how you accept and process payments from your customers when they visit you online. PayPal’s core focus has always been on payment processing.

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eCommerce and Cryptocurrency: Helping SMBs Navigate a Changing Payment Landscape

Korona

Major brands such as Home Depot and Microsoft have begun accepting crypto as part of their eCommerce payment options. Also, processors like Paypal now have crypto gateways accepting many different coins. But how does this affect small businesses? What eCommerce Platforms Have Integrated Crypto Payment Plugins?

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Amazon Revenue Calculator: Selling Fees, Metrics & More [Infographic]

BigCommerce

Minimum Referral Fee of either $0 or $1: Jewelry and watches are the only two categories with a rate of $2. All Amazon fees can be pulled in one to two week time frames out of Seller Central ( Seller Central > Reports > Payments > All Statements View ). Take a Look at Your Amazon Fees. software, vitamins, underwear).

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After Lackluster Q2, Francesca’s Explores Strategic Alternatives

Retail TouchPoints

Following a 29% drop in net sales during Q2, apparel, jewelry and accessories retailer Francesca’s will investigate strategic alternatives ranging from lease deferrals and refinancing to bankruptcy. Francesca’s, which operates approximately 700.

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With Growth Top-of-Mind, Luxury Brands Focus on Digital Goods and Virtual Experiences

Retail TouchPoints

Leading-edge brands are responding by: Developing omnichannel strategies that engage and empower consumers, especially those in the coveted Chinese market ; Embedding digital innovation that reflects the brand heritage and promise; and Testing new offerings and experiences such as digital collectibles and loyalty programs.

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