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Strangers become online shopping advisers

Young shoppers trust user-generated content crafted by strangers, a survey finds.

Posted 02/01/2012Zak StamborPost a comment

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Mobile shoppers may reject the store and buy online

Nearly one in five mobile shoppers bought online during the holidays.

Posted 01/30/2012Kevin WoodwardPost a comment

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Engaging consumer brand sites spark purchases in stores

A comScore study details what content can make those sites appealing to shoppers.

Posted 01/30/2012Thad RueterPost a comment

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Google adopts a new privacy policy as it prepares to connect more consumer data

Overall, the changes could allow retailers to better target ads to shoppers.

Posted 01/25/2012Thad RueterPost a comment

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Target takes aim at web-only retailers

The retail chain asks its suppliers to help defend against sales lost to e-retailers.

Posted 01/23/2012Allison Enright1 comments

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The iPad goes to school

Apple unveils an e-book app targeting the textbook market.

Posted 01/19/2012Bill SiwickiPost a comment

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Online, packaging can make a difference for consumers

Viewing packaging graphics and structure influences online buying, a report says.

Posted 01/13/2012Paul Demery3 comments

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Mobile holiday shopping jumps sharply in the U.K.

30% of shoppers used their phones for shopping this year, versus 10% in 2010.

Posted 01/12/2012Don DavisPost a comment

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