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A First Read on Cyber Week 2020
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A Post-COVID Singles' Day
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Preparing for Holiday 2020
Last week, Deloitte predicted that US holiday sales would grow between 1-1.5%, a slower rate of growth than previous years....
Teen Retailing During COVID-19
Oh, to be a teen today. You've probably had your prom, your summer job, and even your graduation cancelled. And...
Holding Their Own: COVID's Standout Categories
In times like these, it's important we look at bright spots, things that are doing well despite the tough circumstances....
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Tech bias Over the past weeks, we are living in “unprecedented times,” and not only because of the global pandemic....
The Expert Take: What's The Biggest Change Post-Pandemic?
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