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Starbucks to Double Indian Workforce as it Aims for 1,000 Stores in the Country by 2028

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As part of its Triple Shot Reinvention Strategy — one of the key objectives of which is to become “truly global” — Starbucks plans to more than double its current India store count to 1,000 brick-and-mortar locations by 2028. Starbucks operates in India through a 50:50 joint venture with Tata Consumer Products called Tata Starbucks.

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Revolutionizing Customer Retention: The Rise of Digital Top-Up Cards in the Global Market

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As consumers demand more flexible payment options, it is no surprise that the digital top-up card industry has had a strong year. The global digital gift card market is expected to reach $724.3 billion by 2028, rising at a market growth of 14.2% Consumers value the convenience these offer.

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Secondhand Grew 15X Faster than New Apparel Sales in 2023, but ThredUp CEO Still Sees Ample ‘White Space’

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A few years ago, buying resale online was still something that had to be sold to consumers. But as ThredUp ’s 12th annual Resale Report shows, the need for a hard sell is over — consumers of all ages have clearly bought into the idea, with secondhand apparel sales growing 15X faster than the broader retail clothing sector in 2023.

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Four Ways Retailers can Boost Retail Media Network Profitability

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Retail media networks (RMNs) are rapidly becoming one of the most lucrative digital ad formats, with predictions suggesting that by 2028, RMNs will contribute to 15.4% How can retailers capitalize on this shift and the emerging market opportunities? of all ad revenue , outpacing television advertising.

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Shein Designer Incubator Program Showcases Sustainable Fashions

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This month, Shein announced it would invest an additional $50 million in the program over five years , bringing the company’s total investment to $105 million through 2028. Shein has come under scrutiny for alleged use of Uyghur forced labor in its supply chain, with 22 U.S.

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How Boisson Benefits From — and Fuels — Non-Alcoholic Beverage Category Growth

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The non-alcoholic beverage (NA) market is projected to reach $176.7 billion in revenue by 2028. Big name alcoholic beverage players such as Anheuser-Busch and Diageo will be fighting to get a piece of this pie by bringing new products to market, especially with U.S. a more suburban area where consumers live and shop. “We

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Retail Innovation Conference & Expo 2024: The Latest News on Sessions, Speakers & Experiences

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Content Marketing, advertising and digital practitioners can expect candid conversations on new channels and tactics that drive acquisition and retention. Collins argues that true cultural engagement is the most powerful vehicle for influencing consumer behavior.

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