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How tariffs impact retail sales and ad spending, and why 2025 might be different

Martech

News about tariffs is inescapable this week as concerns about retail spending mount. retail spending in 2025 were generally aligned around mid-single-digit growth despite the impact of tariffs. This week, the National Retail Federation (NRF) forecast that 2025 retail sales will grow between 2.7% over 2024 to between $5.42

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Q&A: What back-to-school season means for retailers, marketers

SmartBrief - Marketing

So, how can retailers and marketers put themselves in the best position to succeed? Deloitte Consulting’s “ 2024 Back-to-School Retail Survey ” breaks down consumers’ spending intent amid financial pressures, the effect of social media on spending plans and how leveraging generative AI can help attract tech-savvy shoppers.

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7 ways to boost customers’ emotional connection and loyalty with your brand

Martech

That emotional connection to a brand is extremely important to customer loyalty. True loyalty is about more than transactional convenience or pricing considerations. Gallup found that about 70% of decisions, including brand preference, are based on emotional factors, and only 30% are based on rational factors.

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Ad costs are soaring and retailers are panicking — here’s the fix

Martech

Retailers across the U.S. For example, the price per lead of search ads increased by 25% last year alone. The importance of holistic advertising for retail If you think traditional advertising methods, such as Google Ads alone, still suffice, then its time for a reality check. Online media outlets. Review sites.

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8 Inclusive Ecommerce Website Examples That Drive Growth

Hubspot Marketing

Brands in ecommerce have the wonderful advantage of having access to a broader number of consumers than their local counterparts. Consumers, no matter their identity, are looking for an answer to this fundamental question: is this brand for people like me? Signals That Tell Ecommerce Customers a Brand Is for Them 1.

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How AI can combat the ‘paradox of choice’ and improve customer outcomes

Martech

With consumers feeling squeezed by rising prices and dealing with too many choices when shopping online, brands are turning to artificial intelligence to help consumers make better decisions. Brands must use this feature carefully, as AI can sometimes miss the mark with irrelevant and varied search results.

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How Marketers Can Use Retail Media Networks to Get In Front of Customers [Expert Tips]

Hubspot Marketing

The retail media network (RMN) is what runs behind the scenes to enable that integrated experience. Its how brands get their products in front of eager customers like me while not wasting too many ad dollars chasing cat owners instead. If youre running advertising for a brand, you may have questions about RMNs.

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