The holidays are quickly approaching and as always, retailers have started the deep inhale as they wait to see how well consumers come through with spending. While banking on brick…

When U.S. businesses consider expanding into new markets, China is always leading the list. However, Latin America should be top of mind as well. Of course, China’s 1.35 billion people…

During the Great Recession, consumers pulled back on frivolous spending and focused primarily on needs, and less on wants. However, since that time, the job market has greatly improved, credit…

One historical advantage entrenched companies have had over start-ups is brand marketing — the ability to tell a story about who they are and what they stand for. These days,…

Technology can be great — after all, it gave consumers the ability to stay at home and shop in their pajamas. Just for that reason, it can also be an…

These days, when the kids head back to school, they require so much that parents feel it’s a struggle to get them what they need, never mind what they want.…