64% of retail workers say mobile devices are essential to their job, with average use of 4 hours per day for sales, inventory, and customer service tasks.
Holiday shoppers in Canada are starting earlier, prioritizing deals, and making thoughtful, value-focused purchases despite ongoing economic pressures.
A Leger survey shows Canadians and Americans reporting rising prices, growing fears over tariffs, job security, and the economy amid 2025 trade tensions.
La Maison Simons leads Leger's 2025 WOW Digital Ranking, highlighting Canada’s top retailers excelling in online customer experience across 27 sectors.
A Leger survey for Retail Insider reveals that despite moderate brand awareness in Canada, Nordstrom's exit from the market was primarily due to low visit frequency and insufficient consumer engagement.
Zellers relaunched a year ago as shop-in-stores at Hudson's Bay, and a poll done for Retail Insider shows that Canadians' think the current offerings fall short.
Making newcomers feel at home could mean increased sales for retailers. Ian Large of Leger says retailers should collaborate with communities as Canada's population changes.
A survey shows differences in Canadians' opinions and perceptions on what's happening at supermarket chains, including regional differences that are striking.
The study evaluates various performance indicators specific to retail businesses, and has expanded into new provinces. The winners could be surprising to some.
It’s a “dire situation” according to an analyst, with consumers’ perceptions of the state of the economy being poor with no end in sight. Lower discretionary spending will impact various retail categories from electronics to fashion and beyond.
The report reveals that while economic concerns persist, Canadians are determined to shop and celebrate, with a growing emphasis on value-driven promotions and a preference for shopping during key sales events like Black Friday and Cyber Monday/Week.