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Shoptalk day three: Wayfair, Béis and Lowe’s execs discuss customer retention

Inside Retail

The only thing more difficult, arguably, is retaining those customers, especially in todays unsteady economic times when shoppers are seeking out more price-accessible options. Blotner, Wayfairs president of commercial and operations, explained that it is vital for retailers to create a loyalty program that is meaningful to customers.

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Planning to sell online in the US? Here are some tactics to ensure success

Inside Retail

“You need to really lean into understanding your customer and their value and create personalised experiences that minimise wasteful spending for you as a retailer and that also drive customer retention.” The post Planning to sell online in the US?

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How fierce competition in digital channels is reshaping marketing budgets

Inside Retail

Competition in digital marketing is fierce: 81 per cent of retail marketing executives expect it to increase even further this year, and 69 per cent plan to raise their spending accordingly. Economic uncertainty and customer purchasing habits are weighing heavily on marketing leaders’ minds. Explore emerging opportunities.

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KFC operator Collins Foods breaks $1 billion sales threshold

Inside Retail

In a results filing, the company said it expects inflationary pressures to remain for much of the next year, however, plans to maintain its long-term growth strategies. Underlying tax-paid profit from continuing operations fell to $51.9 million while underlying EBITDA fell to $205.1

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Retention and loyalty – how to grow when the market is down

Inside Retail

With tightening budgets looming, best-practice retailers will plan to make every dollar count and double down on generating growth from their existing shopper base through increased retention and loyalty. The term ‘customer loyalty’ is commonly confused with ‘loyalty programs’. The 2024 Australian Retail Outlook is out now.

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As shoppers hunt for value, are retailers up to the task?

Inside Retail

Retailers are responding to rising shopper expectations by demonstrating value in new ways and many are focused on customer retention (63 per cent), customer acquisition (62 per cent) and marketing and advertising (61 per cent).

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Turning holiday insights into year-round success

Inside Retail

Were there specific price points or bundles that resonated most with customers? Understanding these patterns helps anticipate future demand and plan better for upcoming events like Easter or mid-year sales. Customer segmentation One of the most powerful insights from holiday data lies in understanding who your customers are.

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