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Starbucks and Bank of America Link Loyalty Programs to Provide Extra Perks

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Starbucks and Bank of America (BoA) have forged a new partnership designed to offer extra rewards to their most loyal customers. Customers can either link their accounts through the Bank of America or Starbucks site to start collecting rewards. The millions of BoA cardholders and Starbucks Rewards members in the U.S.

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Holiday 2022 Recap: Promotions, BOPIS Drove Late-Season Engagement as Overall Growth Slowed

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The 2022 holiday season showed slow, but steady, improvement for the retail industry. As economic headwinds curbed spending capacity, online retail grew in the U.S. Inflation was a major factor in slower growth despite heavy discounting by retailers. Sporting Goods : 10% vs. 6%. Global digital sales topped $1.1

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Exclusive: An Inside Look at the ‘Multiplier Effect’ of Amazon and its Sellers

Retail TouchPoints

Stories of the realization of the American Dream and a new kind of small business that isn’t always as appreciated as its more traditional counterparts. Amazon Sellers That are a ‘Force for Good’ There are the practical ripple effects of the businesses built on Amazon — those companies created more than 1.5 alone in 2022.

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Holiday Season Marketing Calendar and Shipping Deadlines [2021]

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A sigh of relief for retailers and huge expectations for retailers towards the Holiday season as the eCommerce industry has looked good so far in 2021. However, with no such leash on the spending capacity, total US Holiday retail sales in 2021 are predicted to rise 2.7% billion, accounting for a record 18.9%

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How Retailers can Combat the Rising Threat of Theft

Retail TouchPoints

Retail theft is on the rise, and many businesses are grappling with the financial fallout. In recent months, The Home Depot, Foot Locker, Target and other retail giants have suggested that shoplifting is cutting significantly into their respective profits. This represents the greatest source of loss for retailers of all sizes.

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June 2021 COVID-19 + Ecommerce News Roundup

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After surging nearly 34% in 2020 due to the pandemic, ecommerce retail sales are expected to grow a more modest 13.7% Total retail sales will reach a record $5.86 Retail sales will remain steady at around 3.5% Retail sales will remain steady at around 3.5% yearly growth, with ecommerce at 13% and total retail at 3.4%.

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Top International eCommerce Marketplaces for Selling Your Products

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In theory, Alibaba is targeting only B2B customers but, in practice, many small businesses and individuals use it to find products at lower prices. Now operational in 60 countries worldwide , the French sporting goods retailer Decathlon is an impressive option in the outdoor industry. Facebook Marketplace.