consumer behavior

Are Canadian Retailers Making Shopping Too Complicated? Samsung Research Raises Questions

New Samsung Canada research finds that 68% of Canadians say technology gives them more to manage. Samsung executive Tarik Akad tells Retail Insider why retailers should reconsider how apps, loyalty programs and digital communications affect the customer experience.

What Best Buy Says About Consumer Spending in Canada Right Now

Best Buy's latest results suggest Canadian consumers remain cautious and value-focused, but continue spending when products offer innovation and clear value.

Q1 2026 Grocery Retail Report: Discount Expansion and the Shift to Value

Canadian grocery sector sees rising inflation, discount growth, and increased consolidation as retailers adapt to cost pressures and shifting demand.

Canada Could Lose 4,000 Restaurants in 2026

Despite growth on paper, Canada’s restaurant sector faces rising costs, shrinking margins, and accelerating closures heading into 2026.
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