Media Horizons

01/10/2024

Retail Federation is reporting "strong gain for first half of the ." We're interested in hearing how the second half did! https://ow.ly/Pm6x50QpkgW

The holiday shopping season got off to a good start in November as retail sales showed strong gains.

01/08/2024

With the underway, learnings are top-of-mind for us! As business , we want to communicate, share and collaborate openly. Most of all, we strive to offer innovative and resourceful solutions to solve problems for our clients. Here's to #2024!

01/03/2024

We think Kantar's 2024 are spot on. Check them out here:

Our Marketing Trends 2024 have been sourced from across Kantar. We look at macro and micro trends for marketers to consider as part of their brand growth journey, and how they might suit their own objectives. From insights to behaviour, from culture to data, we cover some of the key trends that we s...

01/01/2024

Back in October, Etsy released its 2023 . What do you think rang true? https://ow.ly/HcqO50QmrjA

Etsy shared a list of fun holiday trends for 2023—including "grandpa chic," "mantelscaping," "candycore," and more. Find out more about the biggest holiday trends here.

12/28/2023

This just in! is more important to shoppers than same-day delivery, according to Forrester. https://ow.ly/Q5vh50Qmrfh

The costs of implementing same-day and next-day delivery might not be worth it given the level of consumer interest in the service.

12/18/2023

This just in! women spend more time on as app 'drives consumption,' according to CNBC. https://ow.ly/Iqii50QiLpE Have you adjusted your accordingly?

Gen Z women are driving spending trends on TikTok with the most time viewing short-form videos on the app and exposure to influencer advertising.

12/15/2023

unexpectedly rise in November amid season: https://ow.ly/zFcr50QiLg0

November retail sales advanced 0.3% M/M to $705.7B, better than the -0.1% decrease expected and accelerating from the -0.2% slump in October (revised from -0.1%

12/11/2023

Can you guess which retailer led in ? We think you can...
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New analysis reveals the retailers with the highest Black Friday sales, including the top dog.

12/06/2023

Alert! and want large-chain convenience from . How can we make this happen for your ? https://ow.ly/LzO950QfuyI

Small businesses are losing out on customers because Gen Z and millennials say they “lack convenience,” according to a pair of recent surveys.

12/05/2023

Three reasons a strong weekend may not mean a blowout season for retailers: https://www.cnbc.com/2023/12/03/what-strong-black-friday-retail-sales-mean-for-holiday-spending.html

Retailers got a boost from cooler temperatures, deep discounts and more online shopping over the five-day holiday weekend.

11/23/2023

Happy Thanksgiving from Media Horizons!

11/22/2023

Happy early Thanksgiving from all of us at ! As we enter the all-important , here's what to expect this and . https://ow.ly/NbKP50QanWw

Retail sales and seasonal budgets this year are expected to rise, but consumers anticipate buying fewer gifts with less bang for their buck.

11/16/2023

Are you aware of the increases coming in January? We have you covered. Check out our latest post from our postal expert, Tom VanWestrienen, for all you need to know: https://ow.ly/WgZr50Q8m36

As the New Year rolls around, we thought it would be helpful to remind everyone about increases effective January 21, 2024.

11/15/2023

Happy ! and are more important than ever, especially to us. With roots in and , we are committed to preserving and protecting the . Learn more about our promises here: https://ow.ly/pTZi50Q5fNT

Each of our paper companies and commercial businesses are committed to maintaining the integrity and sustainability of our forests and natural surroundings. We can assure our customers that our wood, paper and packaging products are made with raw materials from certified forest content, certified so...

11/13/2023

On , we feel more grateful than ever for our senior . With more than 120 years of collective experience in and , our team is steadfast in working together to bring our the most innovative and relevant . https://ow.ly/BKb750Q5fKa

Our senior leadership team has the experience needed to deliver successful omnichannel marketing programs for our clients. Learn more.

11/10/2023

Did you know that marketers are increasingly prioritizing ? is among one of the most addressable channels available today. Let's test direct for your together!

11/08/2023

While some brands are closing storefronts, others continue to expand with their bricks-and-mortar locations. https://ow.ly/JiBx50Q459L

The DTC healthcare apparel brand opened an LA shop, announced plans for a second location in Philadelphia and raised its full-year outlook.