Retailer Articles

All the Retailer Articles from the Dividebuy Team.

Retailer Articles

All the Retailer Articles from the Dividebuy Team.

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Retail Finance done right: Maximising sales without sacrificing margins

Your Sales and Finance teams both play a crucial role in Retail Finance, but are their objectives aligned?

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17/11/2022

5 things you might not know about Interest Free Credit Payments

Point of sale (POS) finance or Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) options aren’t as new as you might think, in fact, in the 1920s products were regularly purchased through agreed monthly repayments. The difference now is that we live in a digital world, and this has hugely evolved the POS credit model. For modern-day […]

by Heather Wilkinson

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09/11/2022

Black Friday 2022 – What can retailers expect?

While year-end festivities begin in December, November is arguably peak sales period for retailers – with big dates like Black Friday and Cyber Monday to take advantage of. However, with economic conditions suffering record troughs, consumers will be looking to cut back and save where they can. This will mean reduced spending in general, […]

by Heather Wilkinson

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31/10/2022

Retail Therapy – How does SAD influence the way we spend?

Seasonal Affected Disorder impacts approximately 2 million people in the UK every year. It hits hard during the coldest months of the year, with symptoms that include: – Depression – Sleep problems – Lethargy – Over-eating – Irritability – Feeling down and unsociable Dr. Hana Patel is a […]

by Heather Wilkinson

Content Author

28/10/2022

How brick and mortar businesses can combat the rising cost of living

Brick and mortar businesses are an essential part of life. They give consumers instant access to goods and services, foster relationships and provide essential employment. But the cost of living crisis is putting the squeeze on physical workplaces. Utility bills, supply chain costs, interest rates and wage thresholds are all on the rise. If […]

by Heather Wilkinson

Content Author

18/10/2022

How retailers are using recommerce to meet ESG goals in 2022

More corporations than ever are weaving sustainability into their business model – and the retail space is no exception. ESG has a significant impact on consumer behaviour, and is an important part of business planning. In this blog, we look at practical ways retailers are using recommerce to help them meet their ESG goals, […]

by Heather Wilkinson

Content Author

10/10/2022

Changing with the seasons: How shopping habits are affected by the time of year

Seasonality can have a big impact on retailers, both online and in-store. Understanding how different seasons can affect your business will help you prepare for any peaks and take advantage of opportunities to boost sales. For most retailers, year-end events such as Christmas, Black Friday and Cyber Monday see many product categories experience an […]

by Heather Wilkinson

Content Author

06/10/2022

Recommerce – Why pre-owned goods are the new consumer trend

Key highlights: – Recommerce refers to the buying and selling of pre-owned or pre-used goods – Affordability, accessibility and sustainability are three of the main benefits to recommerce – 73% of millennial consumers reveal they prefer to purchase from sustainable brands – Recommerce is a trend here to stay, supporting sustainability goals while offering […]

by Heather Wilkinson

Content Author

08/09/2022

Eight ways to promote your eCommerce store – and boost sales!

It might seem a long way off, but Christmas will be here sooner than you think. And with many consumers starting their holiday prep ahead of time, retailers must be ready to meet demand ahead of schedule. But what’s the best way of making the most of the upcoming explosion of retail sales? […]