On today's podcast episode, we discuss why many retailers are choosing now to launch peer-to-peer marketplaces, why consumers might choose IKEA’s resale platform versus the already established players like Facebook Marketplace and eBay, and what they need to be successful. Listen to the conversation with our analyst Sara Lebow as she hosts analysts Sky Canaves and Sarah Marzano.

Inditex bounces back after a rainy summer dented sales growth: The Zara parent reported a strong start to Q3 as shoppers responded positively to its product assortment.

China and the US are so far in front that the status quo at the top will likely remain the same for decades to come.

The retailer’s Great Value branded products are now harder to sneak by self-checkout thanks to barcodes embedded in their packaging

The actor’s appeal across generations can help attract users for the company’s debit card and in-store offerings

It’s a concerning buildup for one month, but it merits some skepticism—consumers may be faring better than one data point suggests

Dollar store consumers, especially lower-income households, are facing financial difficulties, relying on credit cards to cover necessities. Retailers like Dollar General and Dollar Tree are focusing on pricing and promotions to keep customers shopping, but there has been a decline in discretionary spending from middle- and high-income consumers, who may be turning to mass retailers like Walmart.