🌱 Does Sustainability Really Sell?

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🗃️ What’s Shaping the Shelves?

Walmart has drawn customers away from rivals with competitive pricing and strong grocery offerings. However, the retailer warned that higher inventory and supply chain costs are squeezing margins. The balance between keeping prices low and managing rising expenses will shape how Walmart approaches the shelves in the months ahead. Read more.

🧙 Retail Masterclass

Retailers and brands often collect large amounts of data but underuse it. Smarter use of sales and shelf data can reduce stockouts, optimize promotions, and boost category performance. By connecting shopper behavior with supply chain visibility, retailers can avoid empty shelves while ensuring the right products are always in front of the right customer.

💡 An Everyday Market Hack

Notice what times clearance racks are refreshed at your local store. Some retailers roll out markdowns early in the morning, while others do it closer to closing time. Shopping during these “reset windows” often gets you first pick of deals before they vanish.

🧐 Shopper Insights

Brazil’s retail coffee prices could surge following new U.S. tariffs, according to an industry group. The ripple effects could stretch globally, with higher costs hitting both retailers and consumers. Coffee, a household staple, may become the next product where inflation reshapes buying habits.

Retail Innovation

🏷️ Featured Brand - Temu

Temu is making it easier for U.S. sellers to join its platform by reducing paperwork and speeding up approvals. The move is designed to grow its local marketplace presence, giving American merchants faster access to its large customer base. Simplifying onboarding could strengthen Temu’s foothold against rivals already entrenched in the U.S. e-commerce space.

🌱 Eco Trends

Fashion retailers are finding that while shoppers say they value sustainability, their buying habits don’t always match. Eco-friendly products often face challenges if prices are higher or styles are limited. The data shows sustainability can influence brand perception but doesn’t always guarantee sales—retailers must balance green initiatives with real consumer behavior.

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