Tag Archives: JWT Intelligence

Where Are We Heading with the “American Dream”?

JWT Intelligence recently conducted a major research study on the future of the “American Dream.” Click the photo to access the full 60-page report.

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Retailers Retooling Holiday Layaway Plans for 2012

Retailers are expecting (hoping?) for a better 2012 holiday season after a slow several years. They are planning for post-recession shopping behavior. According to Alec Foege, writing for JWT Intelligence: “Back in 2009, Kmart and Sears revived the old Christmas layaway concept, … Continue reading

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Smart Stores In Brazil

Advances in retail technology are spreading far beyond the United States and Western Europe — into such regions as South America. Recently, JWT Intelligence did research on Brazil and came to these conclusions: “Smart stores are coming to Brazil. In 2011, … Continue reading

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