Tag: Retail


  • Pinterest’s Top-of-Search Ads: Turning Inspiration into Purchases

    Pinterest’s Top-of-Search Ads: Turning Inspiration into Purchases

    Top-of-Search Ads: A new header in Pinterest discovery During Pinterest Presents, the platform unveiled several major updates designed to better connect user inspiration with real-world purchases. The centerpiece is the top-of-search ad format, now being tested worldwide in all markets where Pinterest ads are available. These ads appear among the top ten search results, a…

  • French Days End Tomorrow: Last Deals You Won’t Want to Miss

    French Days End Tomorrow: Last Deals You Won’t Want to Miss

    Why the final hours matter The French Days festival is entering its last hours, with price cuts that can change the total cost of big-ticket electronics. If you’ve been eyeing a new smartphone, a large-screen TV, or a gaming console, tonight is when the deepest discounts and best bundles tend to appear. Don’t wait until…

  • Boulanger Stock Clearout: 18 French Days Deals to Watch

    Boulanger Stock Clearout: 18 French Days Deals to Watch

    Overview: Boulanger ramps up stock-clearing promotions during the final stretch of the French Days The French Days are nearing their close, and Boulanger is leveraging the moment to liquidate stock with serious promotions. Shoppers can expect a surge of price cuts across electronics, home appliances, and everyday gadgets. If you’ve been eyeing a big purchase,…

  • Apple Stores Introduce Ways to Prevent iPhone 17 Scratches

    Apple Stores Introduce Ways to Prevent iPhone 17 Scratches

    What sparked the new display measures As the iPhone 17 line rolled out, Apple Stores worldwide faced an unexpected challenge: keeping demo devices looking pristine while still showcasing them to customers. Observers noted that the back panels and camera housings on display units were especially prone to marks. An internal investigation attributed these blemishes to…

  • Scratch-Proofing iPhone 17: Apple Stores Roll Out New Measures

    Scratch-Proofing iPhone 17: Apple Stores Roll Out New Measures

    Apple Stores Roll Out Protective Measures for iPhone 17 Displays In response to concerns about cosmetic marks on demo units, Apple Stores worldwide are introducing protective measures aimed at keeping the iPhone 17 models looking pristine on display. Reports from stores highlighted that the back panels and camera housings could show wear after repeated handling,…

  • Trump tariffs threaten Ikea prices as US market braces

    Trump tariffs threaten Ikea prices as US market braces

    Tariffs on the horizon: what the plan entails In a late-week announcement on Truth Social, President Donald Trump said tariffs would rise across several import categories to push domestic production. The plan would include 50 percent tariffs on kitchen and bathroom cabinets and related products, starting October 1, 2025, and a 30 percent tariff on…

  • Record-Breaking August for E-Commerce in Sweden

    Record-Breaking August for E-Commerce in Sweden

    Unprecedented E-Commerce Growth in August 2023 August 2023 has emerged as a milestone month for e-commerce in Sweden, witnessing record-breaking sales figures that have not been seen before. Following a challenging first half of the year, the latest trends indicate a significant turnaround in consumer spending. Driving Factors Behind the Growth Per Ljungberg, the innovation…

  • Examining Norgesgruppen’s Market Power: A Deeper Look

    Examining Norgesgruppen’s Market Power: A Deeper Look

    Understanding Norgesgruppen and Its Dominance Norgesgruppen stands as one of the major players in Norway’s grocery landscape, often overshadowed by its competitors like Kiwi, Rema, and Coop. However, a closer examination reveals a concerning monopolistic trend that could have long-term implications for consumers and smaller retailers alike. The State of Competition in Norway In recent…

  • Lidl Store Manager Loses Unfair Dismissal Claim

    Lidl Store Manager Loses Unfair Dismissal Claim

    Lidl Store Manager Dismissed Over Unpaid Drinks A deputy store manager at Lidl recently faced a significant career setback after being terminated from her position, which came with an annual salary of €50,000. The grounds for her dismissal centered around allegations that she had taken energy drinks from the store’s stock and consumed them without…

  • Violence Forces Major Supermarket Chain to Consider Store Closures

    Violence Forces Major Supermarket Chain to Consider Store Closures

    Introduction In a shocking turn of events, the chief executive of Ritchies IGA, Fred Harrison, has indicated that his supermarket chain may need to consider closing stores due to alarming levels of violence among shoppers. This unprecedented rise in violent incidents, particularly involving knife-wielding individuals, has raised serious concerns about the safety of both customers…