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Retailers Look to Supercharge Growth and Reignite Loyalty Programs With AI, Gamification, and Strategic Partnerships
Report by Sky Canaves, Suzy Davidkhanian, Blake Droesch, Sarah Marzano, Carina Perkins | Nov 25, 2024
Top Trends to Watch in 2025
Need-to-Know Trends Across 12 Industries and 6 Regions
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GenAI will unlock the potential of predictive AI to supercharge business growth
China’s ecommerce disruptors will be disrupted
Mounting pressure will squeeze the long tail of retail media networks
Retailers will take a greater stake in media and entertainment content
Partner perks will be the new pillars of paid retail memberships
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As competition intensifies and consumers continue to seek value, retailers will need to double down on how to differentiate themselves and offer shoppers what they want, wherever they are.
Table of Contents
GenAI will unlock the potential of predictive AI to supercharge business growth
China’s ecommerce disruptors will be disrupted
Mounting pressure will squeeze the long tail of retail media networks
Retailers will take a greater stake in media and entertainment content
Partner perks will be the new pillars of paid retail memberships
Sources
Media Gallery
As competition intensifies and consumers continue to seek value, retailers will need to double down on how to differentiate themselves and offer shoppers what they want, wherever they are. By leveraging generative AI (genAI), broadening loyalty programs, and shoring up membership perks, retailers can stand out and stay ahead.
This report covers the top five retail trends to watch in 2025.
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Sky Canaves, Suzy Davidkhanian, Blake Droesch, Sarah Marzano, Carina Perkins
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