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12-year-old beauty brand closing nearly all stores

DTC beauty brands must prioritize profitability over growth due to slowing expansion and intense competition.

fromMiami Herald

12-year-old beauty brand closing nearly all stores

The DTC beauty model faces challenges requiring brands to prioritize profitability and adapt strategies amid rising costs and shifting consumer expectations.

fromMerced Sun-Star

12-year-old beauty brand closing nearly all stores

The DTC beauty model faces challenges requiring brands to prioritize profitability and adapt strategies amid rising costs and changing consumer expectations.

Marketing

fromTheStreet

12-year-old beauty brand closing nearly all stores

DTC beauty brands must prioritize profitability over growth due to slowing expansion and intense competition.

fromMiami Herald

12-year-old beauty brand closing nearly all stores

The DTC beauty model faces challenges requiring brands to prioritize profitability and adapt strategies amid rising costs and shifting consumer expectations.

more#dtc-beauty

fromAdExchanger

2 years ago

Commerce | AdExchanger

Regulators are paying more attention to data privacy because their constituents consider it a 'kitchen table' issue, highlighting its importance in everyday life.

EU data protection

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration from cities has reversed, with workers returning to urban centers due to tightening return-to-office mandates and evolving labor markets.

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration from cities has reversed, with workers returning to urban areas due to tightening return-to-office mandates and job availability.

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration of workers from cities has reversed, with many returning due to tightening return-to-office mandates and evolving labor markets.

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration from cities has reversed, with workers returning to urban centers due to tightening return-to-office mandates and evolving labor markets.

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration from cities has reversed, with workers returning to urban areas due to tightening return-to-office mandates and job availability.

Why employees are giving up remote work and moving back to urban centers

The pandemic-induced migration of workers from cities has reversed, with many returning due to tightening return-to-office mandates and evolving labor markets.

more#remote-work

fromArchitectural Digest

I'm Done Sourcing So Much Online. Here's Why

The convenience of sourcing online is fraught with more pitfalls than most of us want to admit. Try finding adequate photos of a vintage piece's condition-close-ups of the fabric, video of damaged areas, any images of a piece's rear or underside!

UX design

Data science

fromTechCrunch

19 hours ago

People would rather have an Amazon warehouse in their backyard than a data center | TechCrunch

Public opinion on data centers is divided, with significant opposition and concerns about electricity prices.

Startup companies

My Ideal Second Business

Every entrepreneur should own two businesses to diversify risk and enhance profitability.

East Bay food

fromBon Appetit

Rave in Aisle 4! The Hottest New Club Is Your Grocery Store

International grocery stores and coffee shops are transforming nightlife by creating community-focused events that celebrate culture and provide sober alternatives.

Non-profit organizations

What's open and closed on Good Friday 2026? Stock markets, banks, post office, Walmart holiday hours

Good Friday is not a federal holiday in the U.S., but some states recognize it as a state holiday.

fromEsquire

The Best Sneaker Deals We Spotted in April (So Far)

The supportive high drop Cloudnova 2s are down from $170 to $115, making them an excellent choice for serious runners looking for quality at a discount.

Running

#amazon

Gadgets

The best Amazon Big Spring Sale deals you can still get

fromwww.amny.com

E-Commerce

Amazon Is Making Fresh Grocery Delivery Easier and More Affordable | amNewYork

E-Commerce

Amazon is offering up to 50 percent off chargers from Anker and others for its Big Spring Sale

fromModern Retail

E-Commerce

Marketplace Briefing: Why Amazon is moving Prime Day to June from July, and what it means for sellers

E-Commerce

Amazon's Big Spring Sale 2026: all of the latest deals

Gadgets

The best Amazon Big Spring Sale deals you can still get

Final day for many retailers' discounts, with some deals still available after Amazon's Big Spring Sale.

fromwww.amny.com

Amazon Is Making Fresh Grocery Delivery Easier and More Affordable | amNewYork

Amazon enhances grocery shopping convenience for EBT users with Prime Access, offering Same-Day Delivery of perishable items at a discounted membership rate.

Amazon is offering up to 50 percent off chargers from Anker and others for its Big Spring Sale

Amazon's Big Spring Sale offers appealing discounts on charging accessories, including 3-in-1 stands and battery packs.

fromModern Retail

Marketplace Briefing: Why Amazon is moving Prime Day to June from July, and what it means for sellers

Amazon is moving Prime Day to June to counter increased competition and fill a sales gap in the first half of the year.

Amazon's Big Spring Sale 2026: all of the latest deals

Amazon's Big Spring Sale runs from March 25 to April 1, featuring deals on consumer tech and outdoor gear.

Pruning The Mediavine; Shoppers Aren't Clicking Amazon's AI Ads | AdExchanger

Digital publishers face challenges due to AI and traffic changes, leading to layoffs and a focus on high-impact areas.

#ecommerce

Marketing tech

New Ecommerce Tools: April 1, 2026

European startups

Smarter Ecommerce Delivery in Africa

Marketing

Ditch the Discount, Says Brand Marketer

Marketing

Has the social distancing economy created a new consumer?

E-Commerce

Retail Shouldn't Be Scary - Here's How to Make It Work for You

New Ecommerce Tools: April 1, 2026

New tools for ecommerce merchants enhance product visuals, brand visibility, and cross-border operations.

European startups

Smarter Ecommerce Delivery in Africa

Delivery challenges hinder ecommerce sales in Africa, leading to high return rates and increased logistics costs for merchants.

Marketing

Ditch the Discount, Says Brand Marketer

Cherene Aubert emphasizes strategic marketing approaches over discounting to enhance customer experience and brand value.

Marketing

Has the social distancing economy created a new consumer?

E-Commerce

Retail Shouldn't Be Scary - Here's How to Make It Work for You

Opinion: SNAP Incentives Don't Match How New Yorkers Actually Shop

Updating food assistance programs to align with actual shopping habits can better address food insecurity in New York City.

Poker

fromBusiness Matters

Why People Love Taking Chances: From Holiday Deals to Game Shows

Taking risks triggers excitement and dopamine release, motivating behavior through the anticipation of rewards.

Toronto startup

The beauty counter is now on your For You page as Ulta Beauty joins TikTok Shop, betting on the platform reshaping how America consumes | Fortune

Ulta Beauty launched on TikTok Shop, becoming the first specialty beauty retailer on the platform, enhancing its commerce capabilities.

Business

from24/7 Wall St.

Ross Stores Beat Earnings and Gained 68% in a Year. Reddit Is Still Betting Against It.

Ross Stores reported strong Q4 results, but Reddit's r/wallstreetbets is bearish due to valuation and competition concerns.

Silicon Valley food

fromLos Angeles Times

Why Grocery Outlet is closing some stores in California

Grocery Outlet is closing 36 underperforming stores nationwide due to a $225 million net loss in fiscal 2025.

UK news

fromBusiness Matters

UK retail sales fall as shoppers tighten spending ahead of energy shock

UK retail sales fell 0.4% in February, indicating fragile consumer spending amid rising energy costs and economic tightening.

2 hours ago

The Grocery Store Deal That's Specifically Designed To Make You Spend More - Tasting Table

Grocery stores use loss leaders to attract customers, often selling items at a loss to encourage additional spending on other products.

Psychology

fromwww.theguardian.com

The psychology of panic buying: what prompts consumers to start stockpiling and how do we stop it?

Panic buying during perceived shortages can create actual shortages, as seen throughout history during crises and wars.

#eu-customs-reform

fromThe Local France

EU data protection

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

fromThe Local Germany

EU data protection

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

fromwww.thelocal.com

EU data protection

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

EU data protection

fromThe Local France

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

A landmark EU customs reform introduces measures for e-commerce, imposing handling fees and classifying online platforms as importers responsible for compliance.

EU data protection

fromThe Local Germany

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

A landmark EU customs reform introduces measures for e-commerce, imposing handling fees and classifying online platforms as importers responsible for compliance.

EU data protection

fromwww.thelocal.com

Shein, Temu: Why European consumers will pay more for cheap online orders

A landmark EU customs reform introduces measures for e-commerce, imposing handling fees and classifying online platforms as importers responsible for compliance.

more#eu-customs-reform

AI Is Deciding What Your Customers See - Most Brands Haven't Caught Up

AI agents are transforming e-commerce, projected to account for 25% of global sales by 2030, shifting traditional consumer engagement models.

AI agents are already driving 10% of revenue for some brands. Is yours invisible to them? | Fortune

Agentic commerce allows AI agents to autonomously handle the entire shopping journey, transforming e-commerce and driving significant retail revenue growth.

AI Is Deciding What Your Customers See - Most Brands Haven't Caught Up

AI agents are transforming e-commerce, projected to account for 25% of global sales by 2030, shifting traditional consumer engagement models.

AI agents are already driving 10% of revenue for some brands. Is yours invisible to them? | Fortune

Agentic commerce allows AI agents to autonomously handle the entire shopping journey, transforming e-commerce and driving significant retail revenue growth.

more#agentic-commerce

The Awkward And Risky Move Some Costco Customers Make At Checkout - Tasting Table

Leaving membership cards on checkout dividers at Costco can slow down the process and create frustration for both employees and customers.

from24/7 Wall St.

Costco's Amazing Success

Costco's shares have risen 14% this year, outperforming the S&P 500 and Walmart, despite rising costs due to inflation and geopolitical issues.

21 hours ago

The Awkward And Risky Move Some Costco Customers Make At Checkout - Tasting Table

Leaving membership cards on checkout dividers at Costco can slow down the process and create frustration for both employees and customers.

from24/7 Wall St.

Costco's Amazing Success

Costco's shares have risen 14% this year, outperforming the S&P 500 and Walmart, despite rising costs due to inflation and geopolitical issues.

more#costco

fromSearch Engine Roundtable

Bing Tests AI-Based Recommendations In Shopping Tab

Bing is testing AI-based recommendations in the Shopping Tab, featuring AI-citations.

The Easiest Way To Stop Overspending At The Grocery Store - Tasting Table

Curbside pickup helps save money by reducing impulse buys and allowing easier price comparisons.

fromThedrum

A Positive Outlook for Advertising in the New World

The advertising industry is entering a positive phase with strong confidence in media investment across various sectors.

fromVogue

Discussing the Future of Shopping at the Vogue Business x Swap Shoptalk Dinner

At Shoptalk 2023, companies unveiled innovative tools that place AI at the forefront of commerce, reflecting a significant shift in retail dynamics.

E-Commerce

Chicago

3 weeks ago

Saks Fifth Avenue store closures update: See the full list of doomed locations in 12 states

Saks Global announced 15 additional store closures on March 6, 2026, as part of restructuring following its January bankruptcy filing, with closing sales beginning March 13, 2026.

Berlin food

3 weeks ago

The Half-Off Aldi Discount You Might Want To Avoid, According To Shoppers - Tasting Table

Aldi's 50% meat discounts near sell-by dates offer savings, but discounted salmon frequently spoils quickly and tastes unpleasantly fishy despite appearing safe to eat.

Shoppers Want AI Help, Not Control

AI enhances shopping by saving time and simplifying decisions, but consumers are hesitant about fully autonomous purchase agents.

fromThedrum

From football to fashion: How smartphones embrace consumers

AI and fashion collaborations are reshaping mobile marketing strategies, enabling brands to engage consumers through lifestyle rather than just technology.

fromMiami Herald

ChatGPT shopping: How it works, and how to get your products listed

ChatGPT Shopping allows users to discover and purchase products directly within the chat interface, enhancing e-commerce opportunities for businesses.

Gen Z shoppers are actually more deliberate than baby boomers and agonize over their cart for days | Fortune

"Everything in today's e-commerce environment is being driven by increased intensity of the research phase and true generational divides during the current macroeconomic environment," said Jaysen Gillespie, VP of product marketing and analytics at RTB House.

E-Commerce

fromwww.theguardian.com

Secondhand clothes sales forecast to hit $289bn as AI helps shoppers find deals

Secondhand clothing sales are projected to grow 12% this year, reaching $289bn, driven by AI and social media influencers.

Best Amazon Spring Sale laptop deals 2026

Amazon's Big Spring Sale offers significant discounts on laptops, with many models still available at reduced prices.

Best Amazon Spring Sale deals under $25: Last chance to save

Amazon's Big Spring Sale is scheduled for March 25-31, 2026, with deals available to all shoppers.

Best last-minute Amazon Spring Sale tablet deals 2026

Amazon's Big Spring Sale offers significant discounts on tech items, including tablets, and is open to all shoppers until March 31, 2026.

The most popular Amazon Spring Sale deals, according to thousands of readers

Amazon's Big Spring Sale runs from March 25 to March 31, 2026, featuring daily deals across various categories.

fromWIRED

Deals From the Amazon Spring Sale That Passed Our BS Test

Amazon Spring Sale offers thousands of deals until March 31, with notable discounts on quality products like the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones.

Best Amazon Spring Sale laptop deals 2026

Amazon's Big Spring Sale offers significant discounts on laptops, with many models still available at reduced prices.

Best Amazon Spring Sale deals under $25: Last chance to save

Amazon's Big Spring Sale is scheduled for March 25-31, 2026, with deals available to all shoppers.

Best last-minute Amazon Spring Sale tablet deals 2026

Amazon's Big Spring Sale offers significant discounts on tech items, including tablets, and is open to all shoppers until March 31, 2026.

The most popular Amazon Spring Sale deals, according to thousands of readers

Amazon's Big Spring Sale runs from March 25 to March 31, 2026, featuring daily deals across various categories.

fromWIRED

Deals From the Amazon Spring Sale That Passed Our BS Test

Amazon Spring Sale offers thousands of deals until March 31, with notable discounts on quality products like the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones.

more#amazon-spring-sale

AI Shopping: Why The Universal Commerce Protocol Changes Everything

UCP enables AI agents to manage transactions directly with retailers, eliminating friction in the shopping journey.

fromMan of Many

GOAT's New Discount Sneakers.com Marketplace Proves Hype Bubble Has Burst | Man of Many

GOAT Group launched Sneakers.com, a discount sneaker platform offering up to 91% off, signaling a shift from hype to value-driven consumer needs.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

My Old Navy pricing experiment: How I became a part-time trader of socks, leggings, and T-shirts

Dynamic pricing at retailers like Old Navy creates fluctuating costs, turning consumers into day traders of everyday goods.

12 travel gadgets that can upgrade your spring break (and they're on sale)

Amazon's Big Spring Sale offers discounts on essential travel gadgets, including Bluetooth devices and chargers, perfect for upcoming trips.

fromwww.marketingdive.com

Macy's Debuted a New Tool - And Customers Who Use It Spend 400% More. Here's How It Works.

Macy's launched 'Ask Macy's,' an AI shopping assistant that increases online spending by four times for users compared to non-users.

Artificial intelligence

AI has changed holiday shopping: Here's what the numbers say

AI-driven referrals during the 2025 holiday season produced substantially higher engagement, conversion, and session depth across industries, especially retail.

Financing The AI Shopping Era: What E-Commerce Founders Need To Know

AI is transforming e-commerce by changing how consumers shop and how brands must adapt to remain visible.

fromAudacy

E-Commerce

Holiday shopping broke records

Financing The AI Shopping Era: What E-Commerce Founders Need To Know

AI is transforming e-commerce by changing how consumers shop and how brands must adapt to remain visible.

fromAudacy

fromThe Beer Thrillers - Central PA beer enthusiasts and beer bloggers. Homebrewers, brewery workers, and all around beer lovers.

E-Commerce

Holiday shopping broke records

more#e-commerce

4 months ago

Black Friday Weekend Trip - The Beer Thrillers

I decided I needed to be away from the area for a bit. Recent stuff just made me not want to be at home anymore and so I figured a trip out for some breweries would help the mood a lot better. I had told Jesse and Amanda I would pop into Sworn on Black Friday so I went there for when they opened, had one of their delicious new stouts, and then I was on my way. Original plan was to make it to Wheeling, but of course, as plans often go with me... they didn't quite work out. Luckily, this time it was nothing bad, it was just me not quite getting to Wheeling by the end of the time. I made it out to Washington Brewing by 10 PM and figured that was good enough.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

Target has a warning if you use Google's AI to shop

Target's updated terms state customers are responsible for AI-assisted purchases, even if errors occur.

Apple

fromTechRepublic

3 months ago

Best Apple Deals for Holiday Gifts

Holiday shoppers can find significant discounts across Apple devices—AirPods, MacBook Air, and more—though prices and availability can fluctuate, so shop early.

The Easiest Way To Make Aldi Checkout Less Stressful - Tasting Table

Using a laundry basket for groceries at Aldi enhances efficiency and organization during checkout.

fromWWD

AI's Big Impact on Holiday Shopping

Salesforce, the AI-powered customer relationship management platform, reported Monday that 2025 holiday sales online rose 7 percent to $1.29 trillion globally, and 4 percent to $294 billion in the U.S. That compares to the $1.2 trillion in global online sales, and $241.4 billion in U.S. sales reached during the 2024 holiday period. Salesforce reported the average selling price was up 7 percent year-over-year. The price hikes were largely due to inflation and tariffs.

Artificial intelligence

fromInverse

60 Baller Things Selling Out On Amazon Because They're So Cheap & Cool

There's a lot of cool stuff out there - but finding something truly cool and cheap? That's rare. The genius inventions below are selling out because they check both boxes. From stuff that'll make your days run easier to fun little things for your car, home, and daily routine, prices start at just a few bucks.

Gadgets

#black-friday

Marketing

How to boost your Black Friday sales with contextual AI

Marketing

How brands can optimise their digital campaigns for Black Friday before, during and after

Marketing

How to boost your Black Friday sales with contextual AI

Marketing

How brands can optimise their digital campaigns for Black Friday before, during and after

more#black-friday

fromLondon On The Inside

Why We Keep Falling Into the Fast Fashion Scroll Trap

SHEIN's shopping experience is addictive due to low prices and the thrill of unexpected finds, despite inconsistent quality.

Retail's Pivotal Year: The Structural Reset Defining 2026

Retail is undergoing a structural split between large retailers and niche brands, driven by new consumer preferences and technological advancements.

fromwww.thedrum.com

4 weeks ago

The changing retail landscape

Despite online growth and store closures, physical retail remains viable as consumers still value in-store experiences and maintain significant clothing budgets.

Retailers Are Having an Identity Crisis - Here Is the Business Solution

Retail success requires experiential strategies—gamification, social shopping, and education—to transform passive online buyers into engaged participants and boost visits and sales.

fromGREY Journal

How Online Retail Is Transforming Consumer Lifestyle Markets

Online retail has transformed lifestyle markets through convenience, personalization, and niche-market expansion while increasing competition and raising consumer expectations.

fromBusiness Insider