Global Scans · Shopping · Weekly Summary

• In the coming year, unifying digital and physical store experiences to eliminate friction and enable consumers to shop effortlessly across channels will be the core objective for most retailers. www.cognizant.com
• If you think of Black Friday as the Super Bowl of online shopping, then buying ads and listing products to sell on Amazon will help boost awareness for emerging brands. Shopify
• More consumers plan to shop for toys in the fourth quarter, and that the majority of toy shoppers are looking for evergreen well-known brands, which bodes well for Mattel. PYMNTS.com
• For businesses expanding into Amazon Mexico, AI will play a crucial role in optimizing product listings and improving the overall shopping experience. Velocity Sellers, Inc
• Experts advised consumers to start their holiday shopping sooner in 2024 in case of potential supply chain disruptions. New York Post
• The new, gate-to-gate connectivity will unlock game-changing experiences in the sky at scale that no other major US airline provides like access to live TV and streaming services, social media, shopping, gaming and more, on seatback screens and personal devices simultaneously. Runway Girl
• Seasonal back-to-school and holiday sales in Europe and the US have failed to boost consumer interest, while China's economic slowdown is expected to weaken demand during 2024's Double 11 Shopping Festival. Evertiq AB
• Key events such as China's Double 11 Shopping Festival and Black Friday in Europe and the US provide strong opportunities for retail brands to boost their sales and meet annual targets. KGI Research Singapore - Singapore's leading broker off
• According to Forrester, 66% of B2B buyers expect fully or mostly personalised content when buying a product or service, making it clear that personalised shopping experiences are the new norm. BigCommerce
• Amazon will hold its Prime Big Deal Days today and tomorrow as retailers attempt to draw in consumers looking to get an early start on holiday shopping. Investopedia
• Festive shopping trends continue to see disruption with 96% of shoppers expecting their shopping pattern to change in 2024 on the back of online shopping, e-commerce penetration, and the rise of quick commerce. Mid-day
• Large companies like Nike are tripling their investments and efforts in an economy that favors online shopping or an experience that blends virtual and in-person, which will only continue to grow as technology becomes more advanced. PubMed Central (PMC)
• Livestreamed shopping: Livestream shopping app Whatnot said its annual gross merchandise volume (GMV) surpassed $2 billion in 2024, a sign that there's still hope for the live commerce business in the U.S. TechCrunch
• Today's consumers expect seamless brand experiences Just over half of consumers across Europe - and 49% in the UK - stated that the rising cost of living was stopping them from shopping in-store. AV Magazine
• Engine aftermarket services demand is expected to increase materially through the remainder of the decade with a wave of upcoming shop visits, which is a function of a large number of engines delivered in the 2010s continuing to age and entering prime maintenance periods. StandardAero, Inc.
• YouTube has partnered with Shopee in Southeast Asia to enhance opportunities for creators, facilitating a seamless shopping experience for consumers accessing products featured in video content. TREND HUNTER Inc.
• Consumers now expect brands to understand their needs and preferences, especially during the busiest shopping season of the year. Matchstick Social Digital Media Agency
• Given the emerging prominence of quick commerce, it is expected to account for 50% of all online grocery shopping during 2024's festive season, a marked upsurge from 37.6% in 2023. FinancialExpress
• The new, gate-to-gate connectivity will unlock game-changing experiences in the sky at scale that no other major U.S. airline provides like access to live TV and streaming services, social media, shopping, gaming and more, on seatback screens and personal devices simultaneously. United - Newsroom
• The Starlink gate-to-gate service will allow access to personal streaming services and online shopping, connect to multiple devices at once by one user and enable downloading, editing and sending of documents in real time. The Dallas Morning News
• TikTok Shop caters to Gen Z's preference for seamless, integrated shopping experiences, turning social interactions into instant commercial opportunities. Influencer Marketing Hub
• Through disruptive shopping experiences and business models, Markor aims to become the world's first AI-driven home furnishing brand with a fully digital and intelligent shopping experience. AsiaOne

Last updated: 11 November 2024