Artificial intelligence (AI) is quickly becoming an integral part of our daily lives, and shopping is no exception. From personalized product recommendations to virtual try-ons, AI is revolutionizing the way we discover, compare and purchase products both online and in-store. As a consumer, understanding how AI is being used in retail can help you make […]
As the leaves turn golden and the air grows crisp, savvy shoppers across America start gearing up for one of the biggest shopping events of the year: Black Friday. This post-Thanksgiving shopping extravaganza has become a cultural phenomenon, with its roots tracing back to the 1960s. Originally coined by Philadelphia police to describe the chaotic […]
In 2020, US consumers spent an average of 8.6% of their disposable personal income on food — 5.0% on groceries and 3.6% outside the home. While that’s down slightly, mostly because of people reining in spending during the pandemic, food prices were actually up 3.5% from 2019, with beef prices soaring nearly 10%. If […]
