Holiday shopping felt joyful yet rushed, nostalgic yet pressured, and the group holding both truths most tightly—Millennial parents—set the tempo for retail as they demanded speed, clarity, and flexible payments while juggling time and budget constraints. This analysis examined how those pressures
The State of South African Retail in a Phygital Pivot Digital discovery has become the front door of South African retail, and the door now swings both ways as shoppers move from screen to store and back again without friction or pause. The shift is structural, not seasonal, as consumers treat
In the bustling digital landscape of Southeast Asia, where online shopping has become a cornerstone of daily life, a transformative shift is underway in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector, with the region emerging as one of the largest e-commerce markets globally. Businesses face the
As consumer shopping habits continue to evolve in a fragmented digital landscape, few understand the art of multi-channel brand building as well as Zainab Hussain. With years of experience as an e-commerce strategist, Zainab has helped countless brands create seamless online and offline experiences
Overview of the U.S. Holiday Retail Landscape The holiday season stands as a cornerstone of the U.S. retail industry, driving nearly 19% of annual retail revenue and serving as a critical barometer for economic health, while consumer spending accounts for approximately 70% of the nation's GDP. The
Today, we’re thrilled to sit down with Zainab Hussain, a seasoned e-commerce strategist with deep expertise in customer engagement and operations management. With years of experience navigating the fast-evolving world of retail media, Zainab offers a unique perspective on how technology and
