Tag: E-commerce
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Online Jewellery Boom Lifts December Retail Sales: A Fragile Festive Season Surges Online
Overview: A Online Jewellery Momentum in December Demand for online jewellery helped bolster retail sales in December, even as many sectors faced a tough festive period. New figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) show a modest month-on-month rise of 0.4%, underscoring the growing importance of e-commerce in the consumer goods landscape. While overall…
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Commercetools Kicks Off NRF 2026 with Agentic Commerce Advancements: Stripe ACS, AI Hub, and Enterprise Discoverability
Introduction: A New Era for Enterprise Commerce At NRF 2026, commercetools unveiled a suite of strategic updates designed to push the boundaries of enterprise commerce. The event spotlighted the practical deployment of Agentic Commerce, a framework that leverages AI-driven discovery, conversational assistants, and seamless payment experiences to make brands more discoverable and more shoppable. The…
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Google Unveils Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP) to Power AI Agent Shopping
Google Introduces a New Open Standard for AI-Driven Shopping At the National Retail Federation (NRF) conference, Google unveiled a bold new open standard designed to underpin AI agent-based shopping: the Universal Commerce Protocol (UCP). The protocol aims to create a common framework that lets AI agents—whether personal assistants, chatbots, or autonomous shopping bots—interact consistently with…
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The Sneaker Boom Fades? What Comes Next for Athletic Footwear
Industry Pulse: A Boom That Shaped a Generation For nearly two decades, sneakers transcended gym wear to become a daily staple. The shift from dress shoes to athletic sneakers rewired consumer behavior: athleisure became office attire, airports swapped formal corridors for casual comfort, and sneakers moved from the sidelines to the center of fashion. This…
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Small risks, big vision: The rise of Tanzania’s young e-commerce tycoon in Dar es Salaam
From zero to something: The spark of a bold entrepreneurial journey In the bustling streets of Dar es Salaam, a young entrepreneur is turning cautious risk-taking into a compelling blueprint for success. Ms Shununa Haji’s online venture, Abayatul Al, began with a simple belief: calculated risk, when paired with relentless persistence, can transform a small…
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Small risks, big vision: The rise of a young e-commerce entrepreneur in Tanzania
From Zero to Something: The Spark Behind Abayatul Al In the bustling business landscape of Dar es Salaam, a new story is quietly reshaping the way aspiring entrepreneurs think about success. Ms Shununa Haji, a young and determined founder, is steadily turning calculated risks into a scalable e-commerce venture. Her journey—often described as a blend…
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Small risks, big vision: The ascent of Tanzania’s young e-commerce entrepreneur
From Zero to something: a bold start In the vibrant market hubs of Dar es Salaam, a new voice is quietly reshaping the landscape of online business in Tanzania. Shununa Haji, a young entrepreneur with a clear-eyed view of risk and reward, has built a story that mirrors the broader ambitions of a generation hungry…
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Alibaba vs Tencent: Which Stock Shines Right Now
Alibaba vs Tencent: An Overview Among China’s tech behemoths, Alibaba (BABA) and Tencent (TCEHY) stand out for their scale, resilience, and influence. Alibaba dominates e-commerce and cloud infrastructure in China, while Tencent leads in social media, gaming, and digital payments. Investors often compare them to assess which stock offers stronger growth, better resilience, and the…
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Japan Retailers Race to Offer Low-Priced Goods as Inflation Strains Wallets
Shoppers tighten belts as prices rise With inflation continuing to pressure household budgets, Japanese retailers are stepping up rivals’ price leadership to attract cautious shoppers. Analysts say consumers remain wary of rising costs for everyday items, prompting a wave of promotions and more aggressive discounting across supermarkets, department stores, and online marketplaces. The aim: win…
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Japan Retailers Battle Inflation with Aggressive Low-Pricing Strategies
Rising Prices, Reach for Bargains In a nation where consumer sentiment can sway the pace of the economy, Japanese retailers are intensifying their price-cutting campaigns as inflation erodes household purchasing power. With the cost of living climbing, shoppers are more meticulous about every yen, and retailers are racing to offer the most attractive value propositions.…