Is the Fandom Economy Too Big for Brands to Ignore?
August 31, 2026
Fans outspend non-fans by 27%, three quarters of Americans identify as part of a fandom, and the fandom economy is already generating billions in verified
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GLP-1 Impact on Retail Is Bigger Than Anyone Predicted
August 17, 2026
A pharmaceutical intervention is doing what decades of dietary trends could not, restructuring consumer demand at scale. The GLP-1 impact on retail is already visible
2026 RLC Global Forum Concludes in Riyadh, Advancing the Global Retail Agenda
February 5, 2026
From AI-powered merchandising to retail real estate reinvention, the 2026 RLC Global Forum in Riyadh brought global leaders together to shape the future of retail
2025 Retail Sales Forecast and Why the Market Is Entering a Soft Landing Phase
October 29, 2025
As the 2025 holiday season approaches, Salesforce’s latest retail sales forecast points to a softer yet more stable market. With U.S. online sales projected to
Luxury Trends and the New Codes of Affluence
October 23, 2025
The rules of luxury are being rewritten. And fast. As global affluence shifts, especially in China, traditional status symbols are losing ground to experiences, values,
How Gen Alpha Consumers Will Change Retail
August 4, 2025
Forget Millennials and Gen Z. Gen Alpha consumers are the next wave of shoppers flipping retail’s playbook. Their consumer behavior is digital-first and expectation-first—and brands
The “Less is More” Trend in Beauty Consumption
July 10, 2025
From skinimalism to sustainability, beauty is shedding its layers. In today’s beauty consumption trends, less is more: smarter, better and more intentional
Global Business Outlook: Risks, AI, and New Opportunities
June 27, 2025
The global business landscape is shifting rapidly, driven by geopolitical tensions, economic pressures, and the rise of artificial intelligence. How can businesses adapt to this
The Marketplace Revolution: Transforming Ecommerce in 2025
June 13, 2025
E-commerce is undergoing an overhaul. What began as a digital storefront has evolved into an ecosystem. Marketplaces are the direction the entire industry is now
The Personalization Myth and Why Retail Keeps Getting It Wrong
May 16, 2025
Every brand talks about retail personalization. But most stores still feel like they’re built for everyone. And no one. Because the real divide isn’t digital
Social Commerce: AI, Content, and Community-Driven Sales
April 27, 2025
E-commerce is evolving beyond transactions, with social commerce, AI-driven personalization, and community engagement transforming consumer interactions and redefining digital retail. The “Navigating a New Frontier
Fast Fashion in 2025: Accountability and Industry Shake-Up
April 24, 2025
Fast fashion has thrived on speed, scale, and short-term wins. But the cracks are showing. Now, a proposed bill from the land of croissants and
Secondhand Fashion’s $367 Billion Takeover
April 22, 2025
Secondhand doesn’t mean second best. What was once a niche market for bargain hunters and vintage enthusiasts has become a $367 billion industry that’s only
2025 Retail Outlook – $5.42 Trillion Sales Growth
April 7, 2025
The U.S. retail industry’s 2025 forecast is in: The NRF is projecting $5.42 trillion in sales, but the real story is about consumer shifts, digital