Asian-rooted retailers Miniso and 99 Ranch Market are among the fastest-growing in the United States, according to the 2026 NRF Hot 25 Retailers list. Their success highlights a growing trend where retailers build loyalty by offering value, convenience, and a…
Nearly two-thirds (63 per cent) of consumers in Asia will no longer shop with a retailer after just one poor customer experience. That is one of the conclusions of a research study conducted by unified commerce provider Tofugear in partnership with Rakuten…
A commissioned study conducted by Forrester Consulting on behalf of Collinson, a global leader in loyalty and benefits, reveals that the majority of organisations do not understand what is driving customer loyalty, and are therefore putting customer…
Marketers everywhere are looking for what will entice consumers to make a purchase—not just once but repeatedly—and new research points to a rather surprising result. While conventional wisdom says that people don’t like uncertain gains or rewards, a study…
Though many consumers are currently lukewarm about their relationships with brands and retailers, three in four consumers in Singapore will buy more from retailers if they are better rewarded for their loyalty, a study conducted by ICLP finds. Out of 750…
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