Driven by the younger generations, consumers are turning to online resale options in search of affordability, sustainability, and the thrill of the hunt.
The sustainable shoe company was once valued at $4 billion. But now Allbirds is being sold to the brand management firm American Exchange Group for just $39 million.
One major growth sector is retail advertising, when a brand pays retailers like Amazon or Walmart to highlight their products to that retailer’s customers. It’s expected to grow to over $190 billion in 2026.
A recent Bentley-Gallup survey says 41% of Americans think businesses should take a public stance on current events. That’s down from 48% just a year ago. What happened?