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Small but mighty: backing the UK’s independent retailers through Shop Small

Retail Times

A Retail Times’ sponsored post By Dan Edelman, general manager, UK Merchant Services at American Express Small, independent retailers play a huge role across the UK, bringing vibrancy and acting as the heartbeat of local communities.

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From retail to recreation: why experience is key to thriving high streets

Retail Times

A Retail Times’ sponsored post By Dan Edelman, general manager, UK Merchant Services at American Express For decades, high streets have been synonymous with retail, destinations where local commerce thrived.

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Shop Small campaign rewards small-business owners and shoppers alike

Inside Retail

Now in its 12th year in Australia, the month-long campaign celebrates the important contribution that small businesses make to Australia’s economy and encourages consumers to support them. American Express will launch its annual Shop Small campaign anew this August. That is around 1.5

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How to make cashless pay off for you

Inside Retail

Technological advancements over the past decade revolutionised the way consumers pay for goods and services. This trend was only further fuelled by the COVID-19 pandemic, during which online shopping became more popular, and consumers and retailers became more reluctant to handle notes and coins, given potential hygiene concerns.

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ARA launching podcast series hosted by CEO Paul Zahra

Inside Retail

American Express ANZ VP of global merchant services Robert Tedesco said it is vital retailers get customers through their doors and spending again, and that American Express’ ‘Shop Small’ campaign is a good example of how they are helping.

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How to add digital payment options and still meet customer preferences

Inside Retail

Every consumer wants to shop on their terms. For retailers, meeting demand for an ever-expanding range of payments and digital services no longer has to be costly or complex. To keep pace, online retailers continue to add new services to their e-commerce offerings. The evolution of e-commerce offerings continues to gain pace.

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Support to see retailers through challenging times

Inside Retail

CommBank retailer customers facing financial difficulty can ask for a refund of a range of CommBank Merchant fees by calling the Merchant Services team on 1800 230 177. Author : Jerry Macey, Executive Manager, Consumer and Diversified Industries – Business Banking at Commonwealth Bank.