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Target struggles with demand, strategy, and competition, needing key pivots to recover. Our Managing Partner, Aron Bohlig, shares his insights and thoughts on "Target’s in Trouble. How it Could Turn Business Around" in this article from Barron's. 💡 Key Insight: - Target’s third-quarter report was bad. So bad that the stock had its worst day in years, dropping a little over 20% in a day. The company’s earnings fell well below estimates, and sales growth plateaued - The retail giant seems drifting and lacks clear direction #RetailStrategy #TargetTurnaround #RetailInsights #MarketTrends #RetailChallenges #StrategyInsights #EarningsReport #RetailAnalysis #BusinessStrategy #TargetCorp Read the complete article here: https://lnkd.in/dt4AJHT9

This edition of the Retail SaaS newsletter covers recent acquisitions and notable fundraising activity in the Retail Saas sector

ComCap has closed multiple CX sell side projects in 2024 - connect with us if you are a CEO/CFO in the space to learn about your M&A, equity and debt options. This edition of the Customer Experience Software newsletter covers recent acquisitions, notable fundraising activity, and sector events in the customer experience software sector - please subscribe to receive future updates.

This edition of the AutoTech newsletter covers recent acquisitions, notable fundraising activity, and sector events in the AutoTech sector

Big Lots launches a rewards app amid restructuring. Our Managing Partner, Aron Bohlig, shares his insights and thoughts on "Big Lots releases app to grow its rewards program" in this article from Digital Commerce 360. 💡 Key Insights: - Rewards programs are an effective way to bring additional consumers and drive additional sales from the most loyal customers. - Big Lots’ aggressive rollout of its rewards program demonstrates its commitment to building customer loyalty and increasing engagement. #BigLots #RewardsProgram #CustomerLoyalty #RetailInnovation #CustomerEngagement #DigitalCommerce #ComCapInsights #RetailStrategy #ConsumerGrowth #AppLaunch #LoyaltyPrograms #DigitalTransformation #RetailRestructuring #Ecommerce Read the complete article here: https://lnkd.in/gedWE6A9

This edition of the Marketplace/ E-commerce newsletter covers recent acquisitions, notable fundraising activity, and sector events within the sector

AI startups deferring IPOs amid market uncertainty Our Managing Partner, Aron Bohlig, shares his insights and thoughts on "AI Unicorns Have Good Reasons Not to Go Public" in this article from Observer. 💡 Key Insights: - Generative AI startups are more likely to stay private than those in other sectors due to the fast and unpredictable nature of AI development - Generative AI companies face difficulties with accurate revenue projections, making it challenging to maintain consistent financial models for shareholders - Rapid changes in the AI field require CFOs to adapt strategies and financial disclosures frequently, adding pressure on managing investor expectations - A surge in AI IPOs is anticipated post-2024, especially following the U.S. presidential election, as new regulations could facilitate public offerings #AIStartups #GenerativeAI #IPODelays #AIIndustry #PrivateInvestment #MarketUncertainty #RevenueForecasting #CFOChallenges #AIIPO #FutureOfAI #TechRegulation #AIInvestment #Post2024 Read the complete article here: https://lnkd.in/gC29U6yU

AI in retail technology Our Managing Partner, Aron Bohlig, shares his insights and thoughts on "What's Hot and What's Hype: VC Tips on AI’s Future in Retail" in this article from Adweek 💡 Key Insights: - AI is transforming in-store retail by personalizing promotions and enhancing customer loyalty programs through real-time, need-based experiences. - We’re increasingly seeing more Starbucks-type experiences, where, a consumer's needs are known by the system - Consumers get specific promotions for specific products at a specific time, delivered through their preferred channels making it more likely they'll take action. #AIPoweredMarketing #FutureOfRetail #RetailAI #CustomerExperience #RetailTech #SmartRetail #AIinRetail #RetailTransformation Read the complete article here: https://lnkd.in/gT_ikK5w

Bed Bath & Beyond is making a comeback through small-format stores and strategic partnerships Our Managing Partner, Aron Bohlig, shares his insights and thoughts on "Bed Bath & Beyond stores are back from the grave. Sort of." in this article from The Washington Post 💡 Key Insights: - Small-format stores can stock high-volume, high-margin products, maximizing profitability while supporting e-commerce pickups and returns, which help drive additional online sales. - These stores can also function as showrooms, allowing customers to order online and reducing the need for extensive in-store inventory. #BedBathBeyond #ecommerce #brickandmortarstores #HomeDecorRevival #SmallFormatStores #RetailInnovation #RetailTransformation #SmallStoreBigImpact Read the complete article here: https://lnkd.in/d5nWNNSQ

This edition of the AutoTech newsletter covers recent acquisitions, notable fundraising activity, and sector events in the AutoTech sector