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Why it’s getting harder to return your unwanted online purchases
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (447+ words) Roughly 68 percent of retailers now charge return fees, while processing returned merchandise costs merchants an average of 27 percent of the original purchase price Returning unwanted online purchases is growing more expensive and complicated as U.S. retailers dismantle free-shipping perks, shorten refund…...
The holidays come early: what a Google Shopping feed audit uncovers
2+ week, 4+ day ago (683+ words) Feedonomics is a Business Reporter client An optimised product feed could be your secret to holiday success – and a feed audit is how you start. The holidays will be here before you know it, and with them the opportunity to…...
When is Amazon’s October Prime Day 2026? What we know so far
5+ day, 6+ hour ago (377+ words) Prime Big Deal Days could kick off next month Amazon hasn't announced the dates for its autumn 2026 shopping event yet, also known as Prime Big Deal Days. However, based on previous years, we expect it to return in October 2026, most…...
Hidden in plain sight: the real AI problem for your product feed
2+ week, 4+ day ago (784+ words) Feedonomics is a Business Reporter client Agentic AI is changing what it means to be visible, and it all starts with your product feed. People aren’t shopping like they used to. Customers are still spending, but the simple routine of…...
Albertsons thanks AI for shoppers spending more
3+ week, 6+ day ago (403+ words) Grocery chain Albertsons has announced that online shoppers are spending up to 26 per cent more following the company’s rollout of AI tools last year. The new tools answer customers' online questions, help them discover new products, build shopping lists, and…...
Amazon’s drone delivery set for massive expansion across 500 US cities
3+ week, 4+ day ago (535+ words) Amazon announced plans on Thursday to broaden its airborne shipping network to suburban neighborhoods across almost 500 US cities by the end of this year, potentially allowing millions more consumers to receive small, lightweight packages. According to a statement from Amazon,…...
Walmart strong again in second quarter, but its outlook is reserved
3+ week, 3+ day ago (417+ words) Walmart reported another strong performance in the second quarter Thursday, but that was overshadowed by a more cautious outlook for the year. Shares slid 6% before the opening bell. Comparable sales in U.S. stores, those coming from stores open at least a…...
Zara owner brushes off heatwaves and Iran war trading pressures as sales jump
4+ day, 9+ hour ago (176+ words) Zara owner Inditex has revealed a jump in first-half profits and a strong start to its third quarter despite searing heatwaves across many of its markets. The Spanish group, which also owns brands including Bershka and Stradivarius, reported a 7% rise…...
You can now get Dunkin’ delivered along with groceries with Walmart’s new partnership
1+ week, 2+ day ago (348+ words) Walmart’s Dunkin’ delivery partnership follows the retailer’s launch of a similar service with Subway this summer America – and now Walmart – runs on Dunkin’. Many Walmart customers can get Dunkin’ drinks and meals delivered with their groceries as the retail giant…...
The best Amazon Haul deals to have on your radar right now
3+ week, 3+ day ago (670+ words) From reduced Adidas slides to a Star Wars Lego set for less than £10, I’ve rounded up my top picks Amazon is known for offering convenience, speedy delivery and competitive pricing. But if you’re shopping on a strict budget, it's worth…...