INSIGHTS

artificial intelligence product sourcing retail business
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What AI Means for Brands, Retailers and Product Discovery

Key Takeaways: AI product discovery in wholesale and multi-brand retail favors brands with clean catalog data, consistent attributes…

July 1
brand strategy retail margins small retailers
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The Behaviors Behind Better Small Business Margins

Key Takeaways: Small business profit concentration is driven by behavior, not luck: specialization, pricing discipline and consistent financial…

July 1
consumer behavior consumer trends inventory planning and management
Father and daughter buying school supplies

The Forces Reshaping Back-to-School Retail in 2026

Key Takeaways: Back-to-school 2026 is driven by convenience, price sensitivity and omnichannel fulfillment, with families prioritizing BOPIS, same-day…

July 1

ASD MarketBrief
pricing strategies wholesale wholesale business
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Bestsellers Drive Wholesale Growth

Key Takeaways: Wholesale growth is driven by leading with proven bestsellers, backed by sell-through data and buyer proof…

June 25
consumer behavior consumer trends Korean Beauty Retail
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K-Beauty Is Winning Over Global Shoppers

Key Takeaways: Korean pharmacies in Myeongdong and Seongsu draw global tourists seeking ingredient-led products like PDRN, EGF, ceramides…

June 25
consumer behavior digital marketing retail strategy
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What Makes a Referral Program Work?

Key Takeaways: Effective referral programs combine customer insight, targeted incentives and a frictionless sharing experience to drive higher…

June 25
pricing strategies retail margins wholesale
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How Special Pricing Agreements Protect Margin

Key Takeaways: Special pricing agreements (SPAs) are targeted B2B contracts that allow distributors to sell below list price…

June 22
artificial intelligence consumer behavior online marketing
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AI Shopping’s Two-Tier Future: Free for Speed, Paid for Trust

Key Takeaways: 43% of shoppers accept ad-influenced AI recommendations; only 27% would pay for a fully impartial alternative.…

June 17
consumer behavior retail
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Local Retailers Are Winning Back Shoppers

Key Takeaways: Local retailers are winning market share from big chains through price transparency, personalized service and community…

June 17
ASD MarketBrief
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