All Shopify articles – Page 3
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NewsShopify warns of online slowdown despite soaring revenues
Shopify has warned that the likely absence of a “Covid-triggered acceleration of ecommerce” in the first half of 2022 looks set to impact revenue growth.
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AnalysisWhat’s new for 2022? Tesco, Primark and Kingfisher bosses predict the year ahead
After almost two years of upheaval sparked by the coronavirus crisis, what comes next for retail? From climate change to customer service, purpose to personalisation, bosses of some of Britain’s biggest retailers predict the trends and themes that will dominate 2022.
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NewsExclusive: TikTok UK launches new ‘On Trend’ two-day shopping event
TikTok has unveiled a two-day shopping event called ‘On Trend’ which will allow users to purchase directly from brands on the platform during a series of live streaming sessions.
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AnalysisLights, camera, retail: How M&S, Boots and TikTok are merging content with commerce
From Singles’ Day livestreams to shoppable reality TV shows, the worlds of entertainment and retail are becoming more intertwined than ever. How can retailers win in the battle for consumer attention both in-store and on-screen?
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Future LeadersNine Black retail leaders whose stories you need to know this Black History Month
Kenyatte Nelson, Bozoma Saint John, Jessica Anuna - Retail Week Be Inspired champions the Black voices influencing change across the sector globally ahead of Diversity Futures on November 9
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NewsShopify and TikTok team up to provide in-app shopping in UK and Ireland pilot
Shopify merchants across the UK and Ireland will be able to sell directly to customers via their TikTok profiles for the first time in a new pilot program.
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Retail VoiceAccelerating the post-pandemic recovery of SMEs
Ensuring that companies have the resources to recover is crucial, says Alex Marsh, head of Klarna UK.
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NewsJD Sports launches UK-first TikTok collaboration for Nike launch
JD has partnered with TikTok to allow users to virtually try on a pair of Nike trainers without leaving the comfort of their homes.
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AnalysisBecoming Amazon – should more retailers develop their own tech platforms?
The dramatic increase in online shopping during the past decade has sparked a surge in innovative technology businesses being spun out of the retail sector. In some instances, these ecommerce and logistics platforms have become the fastest-growing and often most highly-valued part of a retail business.
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AnalysisWhy Pinterest, TikTok and Snap are all betting big on social commerce
As consumers continue to embrace online shopping, social media sites are finding new ways to encourage online purchases. Retail Week analyses how three leading social media platforms are enticing users to buy.
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AnalysisRetail 100 2021: Boohoo’s Carol Kane named UK’s most influential female retail leader
Carol Kane is the most influential woman in UK retail, according to the Retail 100 list, Retail Week’s ranking of the most powerful people in the industry.
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AnalysisRetail 100 2021: UK retail’s most influential leaders unveiled
Retail Week has published its annual Retail 100 ranking of the individuals transforming retail, speaking out, innovating, making headlines and driving growth. This year’s list sees a certain retail titan return to pole position while a number of new DTC and etail players feature.
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Retail Navigator AnalysisGymshark (Overview)
Gymshark is a fitness clothing brand targeting younger customers (Millennials and Gen Z) in search of affordable workout gear for the gym or for leisure. It has grown rapidly since it was founded by Ben Francis in 2012, faring particularly well during the pandemic.
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Retail Navigator AnalysisFarfetch (SWOT)
Farfetch was acquired by South Korean ecommerce retailer Coupang in December 2023. Coupang is a respected Fortune 200 company, and as such will bring ecommerce expertise and innovation to the beleaguered retailer.
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Retail VoiceHow we are levelling the playing field for small businesses
As we start to look beyond the pandemic, there has never been a greater need for small and medium-sized businesses to strengthen their online position, says head of SMB for Europe Martin Machinandiarena
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NewsRetail Connected 2021: Hear from Mars and Ikea as day one kicks off
More than 100 speakers from around the world, including leaders from Alibaba, Walgreens Boots Alliance, Adidas, Levi’s and Shopify, will take to the virtual stage throughout this week at our new digital event.
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NewsTikTok and Shopify partnership extends to UK as Facebook launches shopping tool
TikTok and Shopify have launched a partnership to help retailers and brands connect with new customers, while Facebook has created a rival shopping tool.
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AnalysisSix ways to fast-track ecommerce strategy in 2021
Online sales have soared 46% year on year, with the pandemic changing consumer shopping behaviour as we know it. As RWRC’s Accelerating Ecommerce Week kicks off, we look at the steps retailers must take to expedite their digital propositions.
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Retail VoiceDispelling the ‘free and fast’ myth is the first step to a smarter strategy
It’s easy to get caught up in the hyperbole regarding the meteoric rise of ecommerce. But for thousands of independent online retailers, the last 12 months have been a rollercoaster, not a procession.