Stiff competition and soaring costs drive H&M to cut 1,500 positions: The challenging economic environment is forcing European retailers such as H&M and Asos to look for ways to protect their bottom lines.

Marketers adjust goals in uncertain economy: Most senior leaders see value of social media and online video, survey shows.

Consumers now expect more from brands and their loyalty programs, which need to incorporate value, ease of use, and personalization to stand out in a crowded market.

In a year of shrinking margins and pulled-back consumer spending, luxury sales have remained relatively immune to the headwinds plaguing other retailers. Here are five charts that break down why the bubble hasn’t burst yet.

Rock-bottom valuations and regulators’ approvals give banks a green light on working with or acquiring fintech companies.

For almost two years, consumers and businesses have battled the effects of inflation. Let’s rewind to see how we got here … and take a peek at what’s ahead.

Our latest analysis of 12 companies unpacks key trends in Latin America retail ecommerce during Q2 2022. It provides retail professionals with insights into the current landscape and what these trends mean heading into 2023.

Things are looking up for Walmart: The retailer made headway on its inventory glut and gained grocery share in Q3, but discretionary categories struggled.

Activist investor pressures Salesforce to slash staff: A string of tech layoffs last week follows the Fed’s interest rate hike. But tech talent scavengers should keep companies on their toes.

Denied credit due to low credit scores, many UK consumers are turning to more expensive options to weather the cost of living crisis.

When times get tough, people turn to sweets: That’s one reason that the makers of Twinkies, Oreos, and Hershey Kisses have boosted their guidance.

Thanksgiving food costs are expected to soar 13.5% this year: Walmart, Aldi, and Lidl aim to use discounts on turkey, stuffing mix, and other holiday ingredients to attract new customers.

UK consumers and businesses are using planning tools to manage costs, but not all know how opening banking can help.

Amid economic uncertainty, brands and retailers need to reevaluate how they market sustainability to consumers who are more concerned about prices than the environment.

Apple sets a revenue record: After a bleak week for Big Tech, Apple shows strength in Q3 earnings. Backed by Mac, wearables, and a consumer spending uptick—it’s doing something right.

Rising interest rates boosted revenues, but bad loan provisions knocked profits.

Insider Intelligence spoke with Julie Van Ullen, Managing Director, Rakuten Rewards about the current shift in consumer behavior as a result of inflation and the recent challenges many brands have been facing.

Alphabet earnings disappoint, except in the cloud: Google Cloud surpassed Q3 expectations as Alphabet’s topline revenue dashes investor hopes. Expect more pressure on employees, which could harm workplace culture.

Mentions of inflationary language on Yelp increased 4% in Q3 as compared to the previous quarter and 22% year over year (YoY), according to a publication from the business review platform.

Few CPG brands are posting strong volume growth: But price hikes and shrinkflation are helping companies like Kraft Heinz, Coca-Cola, and Procter & Gamble generate strong earnings.