February 07, 2025 Amazon’s stock dipped despite strong Q4 sales. Here’s why Analysts expect Q1 profits to be impacted by foreign exchange rates. BY Associated Press Amazon on Thursday reported better-than-expected revenue and profits for the holiday shopping period, but its stocks dipped in after-hours trading due to disappointing guidance for the current quarter. The Seattle-based … Continue reading Amazon’s stock dipped despite strong Q4 sales. Here’s why
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Despite challenges, marketers say retail media is the channel of choice
A pair of studies found marketers are bullish on retail media, despite its growing pains and imperfections. Mike Pastore on February 5, 2025 Marketers are still facing challenges in retail media networks (RMNs), but more than 90% say it’s the single most important channel for their campaigns, a new report found. The report from … Continue reading Despite challenges, marketers say retail media is the channel of choice
Martech disappointment grows despite increased usage
Insights into martech usage trends and budget challenges, plus strategies for overcoming the martech performance gap from the most recent CMO Survey. Ana Mourão on January 9, 2025 The most recent CMO Survey results have been released, offering fresh insights into the state of marketing strategies. A key theme emerges from the survey: the … Continue reading Martech disappointment grows despite increased usage
Nippon Steel won’t give up on its U.S. Steel takeover deal despite strong pushback
Nippon Steel’s transaction has faced stiff resistance from politicians, including Biden and Trump, and the United Steelworkers, a major labor group. BY Reuters Japan’s Nippon Steel is committed to its $15 billion acquisition of U.S. Steel and is confident of completing it by year-end, a senior executive said, despite strong U.S. opposition including from President-elect Donald … Continue reading Nippon Steel won’t give up on its U.S. Steel takeover deal despite strong pushback
Why your marketing strategy should still be cookie-less despite Google’s shift
Despite the survival of third-party cookies, marketing still demands a renewed focus on building meaningful consumer connections. RJ Licata on August 6, 2024 Consumers expect brands to understand their unique needs and deliver what they want seamlessly. What consumers don’t know is that staying connected with those needs is an uphill battle for marketers, … Continue reading Why your marketing strategy should still be cookie-less despite Google’s shift
Despite market downturn, Kellanova stock jumps on reports that Pringles, Cheez-It maker could be acquired by Mars
August 05, 2024 Despite market downturn, Kellanova stock jumps on reports that Pringles, Cheez-It maker could be acquired by Mars The potential purchase would give Kellanova a valuation close to $30 billion, making it one of the biggest-ever deals in the snacking industry. BY Grace Snelling One of the biggest deals in the history of the … Continue reading Despite market downturn, Kellanova stock jumps on reports that Pringles, Cheez-It maker could be acquired by Mars
Apple doubles down on AI despite signs of an industry slowdown
The bloom is off the AI rose as companies dial back spending amid concerns over cost and implementation failures. Constantine von Hoffman on June 12, 2024 This week Apple announced it was (finally) going all in on AI, adding a suite of generative AI capabilities to all its operating systems. While not unexpected, Apple’s … Continue reading Apple doubles down on AI despite signs of an industry slowdown
Apple stock price closed at an all-time high: Why the surge despite a mixed reaction to its AI event?
June 12, 2024 Apple stock price closed at an all-time high: Why the surge despite a mixed reaction to its AI event? It took Wall Street a day or so to warm up to the tech giant’s AI announcements. It’s possible they now sense an upgrade “supercycle” is on the way. BY Michael Grothaus It’s been … Continue reading Apple stock price closed at an all-time high: Why the surge despite a mixed reaction to its AI event?
Marketers keep adding tech despite feeling overwhelmed by too many tools
Nearly two-thirds (65%) of marketers are prioritizing technology over creativity, a new study from Clevertouch Consulting found. Chris Wood on February 22, 2024 Marketers are making martech a priority, although some organizations have found their stacks becoming increasingly complex and are looking to simplify them. Some 57% of marketers are feeling overwhelmed by the number … Continue reading Marketers keep adding tech despite feeling overwhelmed by too many tools
Despite high-profile layoffs, employers added 353,000 jobs in January
By Pavithra Mohan February 02, 2024 Just this week, UPS revealed its plans to let go of 12,000 workers. A number of tech companies, from PayPal and Salesforce to Google and Microsoft, have cut thousands of jobs in January. The retail sector hasn’t been spared either, with Wayfair and eBay trimming headcount. But despite this … Continue reading Despite high-profile layoffs, employers added 353,000 jobs in January