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The COVID-19 aftermath: learn from the future, not the past

Lots has now been written about the changes we’ve seen in the consumer goods markets during the world's coronavirus lockdowns.…
Ocado to raise funding to support its successful online shopping business

Despite the fact that the UK has started easing its lockdown measures, consumers are expected to continue using online delivery…
Covid-19: Rise of bargain hunters – consumer view

According to GlobalData’s Covid-19 tracker consumer survey, as of week 10 (published on 3 June), 53% of bargain hunters in…
Women are more likely than men to seek familiar brands and products during the pandemic

Common consumer behaviour during financial and economic uncertainty is for consumers to revert to buying brands they know and trust…
Covid-19: Uses for robots in retail during the outbreak

According to GlobalData’s COVID-19 tracker consumer survey, as of week 7, 32% of consumers in lockdown globally claimed that digitally…

Actions impact mind: What does this mean for consumers post-lockdown?

As many countries contemplate various exit strategies from the Covid-19 lockdown, there is a significant chance that the widespread behavioural…
PepsiCo cashes in on the direct-to-consumer bandwagon

Following on from Kraft Heinz's recent launch of its Heinz to Home service in the UK, PepsiCo has launched two…
Aldi is updating its shopping guidelines amid Covid-19 pandemic

Many consumers in the UK have completely avoided going to the shops during lockdowns due to COVID-19, resulting in a…
Spar opens six new stores across China amid lockdown

At the time, China’s initial plan for its nationwide quarantine was the largest in history, spanning over 20 provinces during…
Superdry’s turnaround plan threatened as Covid-19 dampens clothing demand

Superdry’s woes were amplified in its final quarter of FY2019/20, with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic stifling demand for…

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