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As product catalogs grow, content multiplies, and shopping journeys splinter across platforms, AI recommendation engines are becoming the connective tissue between desire and decision. In 2026, retail leaders expect the technology to move from responding to queries to proactively anticipating what consumers want and guiding them through increasingly complex choice environments.
With 63% of consumers expecting unemployment to rise, retailers may face more belt-tightening ahead.
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Kroger, CVS, and others are increasing in-store retail media investments as interest grows.
Constellation Brands blames weak demand on the stiff socioeconomic headwinds facing Hispanic consumers.
Europe, Middle East, Africa rise in consumer tech: Brands must pivot as regional trade-up demand and connected living drive growth beyond North America.
Pharma branding agencies are using AI platforms to craft standout drug names while avoiding risk and streamlining time to market.
Semafor’s rise shows publishers are supplementing inconsistent ad revenues with events and sponsorships.