Tag: shopper behaviour

Gift Cards Are the New Currency, And Everyone’s Cashing In

Despite persistent economic uncertainty, American consumers are planning to buy more gift cards in 2025—10% more than they did in 2024, according to new research from Blackhawk Network (BHN). With inflation and cost-of-living pressures still top-of-mind, gift cards are becoming...

AI Knows What You Want to Buy, And Shoppers Are Here for It

A new report by Bloomreach reveals how artificial intelligence is reshaping the way consumers shop online — and it’s making the experience feel more human than ever. Titled How AI Is Teaching Us to Shop Like Humans Again, the report...

6 in 10 Americans Won’t Pay More Than 10% Extra Due to Tariffs 

According to new data from ESW, six in ten U.S. consumers say they won’t tolerate more than a 10% price increase due to tariffs. This shows the growing sensitivity to rising costs and a shift in how Americans expect retailers...

Mastercard and PayPal Unite to Simplify and Personalise Payments with “One Credential”

Mastercard and PayPal have announced a new collaboration to deliver greater flexibility, personalisation, and simplicity at checkout. The two payment giants are joining forces to expand access to Mastercard’s recently introduced One Credential, a digital innovation that enables shoppers to...

Americans Adapt Spending Habits Amid Economic Pressures

A new study from strategic market research firm Alter Agents highlights the growing impact of economic pressures on U.S. consumer behaviour in 2025. The research emphasises how inflation, political instability, and trade concerns are forcing Americans to rethink their spending...

Fashion Meets AI: Oh Polly Supercharges Search and Sales with Algolia 

Oh Polly has partnered with Algolia to create a faster, smarter, and more impactful shopping experience that’s now fueling 20% of the brand’s total revenue. As Oh Polly continues its rapid ascent in the online fashion space, the brand faced a...

Australian banks go digital, SHEIN styles Aussie homes, and UK shoppers spend big over Easter

Australian banks prioritise customer experience amid digital transformation hurdles Australian banks are accelerating digital transformation to improve customer experience, as 73% acknowledge that current offerings are underwhelming. A Publicis Sapient study reveals agility (23%) and CX (19%) are top priorities, with...

82% of shoppers demand price transparency as hidden fees threaten brand loyalty

New VTEX report reveals that 82% of Americans consider clear pricing and no hidden fees essential to a less stressful and more satisfying shopping experience. The survey, with over 1,000 U.S. adults, highlights how hidden charges and unclear fees erode consumer...

Over 70% of shoppers prioritise speed over branding in new retail loyalty shift

A new survey by Radial reveals that consumer loyalty is no longer won by branding alone. After surveying 1,000 shoppers, the findings show that 72% of consumers now rank delivery speed as the most critical factor influencing repeat purchases, followed...

AI agents drive higher conversion rates and revenue

With the experimental phase of AI agents and chat over for many firms. Businesses expect to see some ROI on their ecommerce trials and deployments. And the data is showing some strong results. Insights from sales-bot vendor Rep A confirms...