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APRIL 5, 2018

retailers (or any foreign players) to establish a strong presence in the Chinese market. Meanwhile, although many products around the world bear the “Made in China” stamp, that doesn’t necessarily mean Chinese brands have had an easy time setting up shop away from home. In 2016, $2.19 There, too, some progress is being made.

Retail 115

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CB Insights

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

Unlike the US, where the smartphone market is divided between a small number of key players, in Asia there are many companies vying to become the dominant smartphone provider, from global giants to smaller local startups. Using CB Insights data, we mapped out the key emerging Asian smartphone brands challenging established players.

Samsung 44

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 22, 2018

Amazon and Alibaba may be the most high-profile eCommerce marketplaces, but they are far from the only ones, especially in smaller international markets, where hundreds of platforms are aggregating wares from hundreds of sellers to serve more local clientele. Lee said the startup simply applied the same approach to a marketplace scenario.

Regional 110

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 21, 2016

The company also announced Nina Barjesteh as the new marketing chief and the creation of a new position of chief customer officer. both sought bankruptcy protection earlier in 2016. Rue21’s new strategy includes opening 40 new stores, giving 100 current stores a facelift and focusing on branding. to less than $0.29.

Retail 100

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 18, 2019

The concept has been in development with Nuro for some time — since 2016. With the store closings, which are said to involve its Chico’s, Soma and White House Black Market brands, the company hopes to benefit from lease expirations as well as return on capital and better profitability.

Retail 129

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PYMNTS

JULY 5, 2017

Think of it as an extension of brand and payment types and technology, and to some minds it is a natural fit. attention on Europe, with the desire to gain a post, or perhaps outpost, in payments processing in the region. Adyen operates in the Netherlands, which means that it has roots in the region.

Regional 101

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 19, 2017

As has been seen across the industry thus far, a resurgence in trading helped make headlines, as the bank said fixed-income revenues were up 36 percent from a year ago and equity market trading revenues were up 15 percent. With commentary about the global consumer, Mike Corbat, who serves as CEO at the firm, stated that the U.S.-branded

Cards 100

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PYMNTS

MAY 31, 2017

. “Carriage is an innovative player in the Middle Eastern food delivery market with an excellent management team,” said Delivery Hero CEO Niklas Östberg. “It will be a perfect addition to our current offering under the Talabat brand and will strengthen our foothold in this region, where we see significant growth potential.”

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 31, 2017

The number of Mastercard cards increased 6 percent in the Americas in 2015, which compares to a 4 percent increase for Visa, but Visa still holds the spot as the largest card scheme in the region, reported RBR. billion cards in circulation in 2015 compared to Mastercard, which had 26 percent market share. during 2015.

America 100

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 17, 2019

Today, Fairway Markets reports, it is a very much the same store as the one that first opened its doors to the public over 85 years ago, retaining its dedication to unique selection, small vendors and exclusivity in its offerings. But it is also aiming to develop into newer and more frictionless version of that brand.

Mobile 130

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PYMNTS

JULY 25, 2017

Until fairly recently the Middle East was a rather underdeveloped region from an eCommerce point of view. According to McKinsey, 50 million consumers are scattered across several countries in the region and yet only two percent of all retail spend flows online today. It is an exhilarating time for the eCommerce industry in the region.

Regional 109

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 27, 2016

A recent Harris Poll of American shopping habits shows that, while 2016 was a big year for eCommerce, the vast majority of consumers still largely prefer to shop in physical stores for particular personal care items. Ninety-one percent of consumers shopped for hair styling products, shampoos and conditioners in physical stores.

Trends 112

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 1, 2016

In fact, they found the Philippines to have one of the fastest growing smartphone markets in the world. PawnHero brands itself as an alternative to the “intimidating and embarrassing pawnshop experience of the past” and also promises interest at half the rate offered at traditional pawn shops. India, for instance, surpassed the U.S.

Regional 100

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 14, 2018

That’s something that UAE and other developing markets still lack. Girish Nada, GM, UAE Mastercard adds that the Mastercard network has made this a priority, too, starting in 2014 when it launched its contactless payment rollout, which included the launch of global digital payment service Masterpass in the market.

Regional 101

Regional Cards Samsung Innovation 101

Tefkin

JANUARY 5, 2016

Looking at 2016 with the experience of the past 7 years in financial services. 2016 will see a strong competition in the pure banking space. In Europe especially, a crop of new banks and alternative banks will push strongly into the market. it will be a pivotal year for financial services.

Fintech 31

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 31, 2017

With 179 million Americans planning to celebrate, up from 171 million last year, sales are projected to surpass those of 2016, which itself set records. percent from 2016, and spending per household is expected to rise to $86.13 brand manager, in an interview with VinePair. In fact, holiday spending is expected to hit $9.1

Millennials 105

Millennials Retail Los Angeles Survey 105

PYMNTS

APRIL 2, 2020

This organic healthcare brand is hustling to keep up with orders during a time when it has had to pivot to deal with the COVID-19 crisis – and it is poised for a breakout 2020. When those markets sparked a fan base and reorders, the company (which was then called Sierra Sage after Co-founder Jodi Scott’s sister’s daughters) was born.

Colorado 131

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PYMNTS

MAY 31, 2019

It launched out of beta in December 2018, and in the intervening months, it’s garnered support from brands like Brex, Segment, Caviar, Zumper, and others.”. percent of respondents said they participated in the gig economy, the highest number since Q3 2016. Digital Screens. In Q3 2018, 35.6 percent) than in Q1 2018 (27.0

Detroit 123

Detroit Houston Denver Survey 123

PYMNTS

MAY 31, 2018

In 2016, 95 percent of transactions in in India were done in cash and there were approximately 60 million online shoppers – representing about 14 percent of the internet using base of the nation, according to a late 2017 report by Morgan Stanley. But how to harness and tap into those great expectations profitably?

Branding 101

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 15, 2019

The increase was driven by higher net credit losses, primarily reflecting volume growth and seasoning in Citi-Branded Cards and Citi Retail Services in North America GCB,” the bank said. In a press release , Citi said the CitiConnect platform has processed more than 157 million API calls since its November 2016 launch.

America 109

America Cards Regional Resources 109

PYMNTS

AUGUST 9, 2016

June promise aside, the Gap had a rough run in July and isn’t expecting great things from the second half of 2016. The Gap’s announcement of an uncertain and potentially anemic back end to 2016 follows a front end that wasn’t exactly terrific. .” But even the most neutral accounts all attest to the same reality.

Retail 100

Retail Branding US Maine 100

Tech and Finance

JULY 13, 2016

Regional and mid-tier banks face an uphill battle on the digital front, but have advantages they can capitalize on with some focus and determination. Alarm bells are sounding in boardrooms of regional and mid-tier banks across the U.S. The 2016 U.S. Jim Marous, co-publisher of The Financial Brand, said the J.D.

Regional 28

Regional Mobile Millennials Study 28

William Mills

SEPTEMBER 9, 2016

William Mills Agency will be live blogging at Finovate Fall 2016. Now showing how Avoka can integrate with a ton of apps in a matter of days with your company’s brand. Targeted at Marketing, execs, lines of business owners, etc. It’s seems better to invest in a brand you are more comfortable with an established presence.

social media 40

social media ATM Mobile Customer Experience 40

Jeff For Banks

APRIL 23, 2017

Chairmen and CEOs alike spout undifferentiated bromides that tells me their strategy in their markets must be low cost. Jeff Bank A: To our shareholders, Since our inception, we have used the word ‘‘Absolutely’’ as a part of our brand. In 2016, we decided to ask our customers for feedback on their relationship with [Bank A].

US 65

US Regional Marketing Branding 65

PYMNTS

OCTOBER 2, 2018

Avant’s consumer-facing product is devised as a digital alternative to that market. The time has come, though, for that business line to step out and start building a real identity in the market all its own, according to Goldstein. This is the bank’s product backed up by our brand. A Better Option For Banks.

Lending 134

Lending Alabama Online System 134

NCR

APRIL 16, 2018

Like many regions across the globe, the Gulf is currently going through a period of change in the banking industry, which is presenting challenges for local institutions but also creating opportunity. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is one key market where this trend of overbanking is particularly notable.

Digital Banking 49

Digital Banking Regional Customer Experience Industry 49

NCR

AUGUST 29, 2016

The region’s chip card adoption rate jumped to 52.3 per cent adoption rate, while the Asia Pacific market is slightly less mature at 32.7 Europe Zone 1, which includes the UK, France and more than 30 other European nations, remained the region with the highest penetration of EMV technology with a slight increase from 83.5

Cards 75

Cards Regional National America 75

PYMNTS

APRIL 21, 2017

Tencent is one of the biggest players in mobile app transactions: Its payment system accounted for about 38 percent of market share in China at the end of the third quarter, according to research firm Analysys International. Tipping will remain open for business on Android, which is the dominant handset brand in the region.

Apple 104

Apple New York System Regional 104

Abrigo

MAY 6, 2016

But “ unsuitable on Rea Radio ” isn’t your typical accounting podcast, which is why it has been so successful for our firm, Rea & Associates – a regional accounting and business consulting firm headquartered in New Philadelphia, Ohio. Finding our voice The first step in developing our podcast was to identify the show’s brand.

Cleveland 150

Cleveland Philadelphia Ohio Regional 150

CB Insights

MARCH 2, 2018

in market cap. Amazon is focused on globilizing its branded Marketplace, and will spend billions of dollars over the next decade to bring its model of low prices, vast selection, and fast delivery to the world. Competition between Amazon and Alibaba is heating up in untapped markets. Why now for international expansion?

Regional 68

Regional Retail Marketing Online 68

CB Insights

DECEMBER 5, 2017

For many consumers, the local pharmacy is long gone, replaced by big box retailers with significantly more cash and brand recognition. We used the CB Insights Business Social Graph to visualize where these top 4 pharmacy retailers have made private market investments and acquisitions. LaFrance Holdings (pharmacy chain).

San Antonio 41

San Antonio Marketing Kentucky Houston 41

PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

K’s erstwhile brother-in-law Scott Disick managed to make around $1 million in 2016 by going on a multi-city club tour. For brands who can’t quite afford those celebrity-tier prices, wouldn’t it be nice if there were bargain basement cool kids on offer to hipster-up the joint on important nights? The divine Ms. His only job?

Los Angeles 100

Los Angeles San Francisco Branding Miami 100

PYMNTS

JANUARY 23, 2020

This week, global luxury brands have seen their stock prices take a sharp hit as reports emerge that a coronavirus with origins in China’s Wuhan region is spreading rapidly and has made its first appearance on U.S. Burberry, LVMH, Richemont and Gucci owner Kering had all seen their shares fall by between 1.9

Cards 130

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Gonzobanker

JUNE 11, 2018

Attendance at American Banker’s Digital Banking conference has grown significantly since I was here in 2016, reflecting the obvious interest levels in digital, yet the vibe remained largely the same as two years ago…. If 2016’s conference was the “mobile” conference, 2018 was most definitely the “voice” conference.

Conference 70

Conference Digital Banking Austin Digital Strategies 70

PYMNTS

JULY 6, 2016

Apple might generate long lines at its stores every time it releases an iterative iPhone, but there’s no doubt that, when it comes to OS market share, Android has been stealing Apple’s lunch money lately. percent in Europe, 7.3 percent in the U.S. and 6 percent in China.

Google 105

Google Security Apple Regional 105

PYMNTS

MAY 2, 2016

The Walmart Lab 415-C “Technology Innovation Open Call” event is part of the larger 2016 Northwest Arkansas Technology Summit. While the event is regional, it is certain to attract a larger pool of candidates from across the country, eager to introduce their tech solutions to Walmart.

Retail 100

Retail Innovation Technology Arkansas 100

PYMNTS

JUNE 14, 2018

The market for Chinese consumers in search of education and medical care in the United States and around the world is large – and growing. According to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), over 800,000 Chinese students pursued education abroad in 2016 – and that number is forecasted to rise.

Payments 108

Payments Cards National Marketing 108