Tag Archives: pricing

Showrooming Not Just Price-Driven

Posted on January 9, 2013 by bermanevansretail

Retailers have even more to be concerned about in their competition with online firms than consumers’ use of showrooming to learn about products in the store and then buy online for lower prices. According to research from the Kellogg School … Continue reading →

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Starbucks’ $7 Coffee

Posted on January 8, 2013 by bermanevansretail

Starbucks has consistently offered a distinctive retail experience and a unique product mix — along with premium pricing. But, how much will customers be willing to pay for “just a cup of coffee”? Recently, Starbucks has set a new standard … Continue reading →

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Objections to Wal-Mart’s Price Comparison Ads

Posted on January 6, 2013 by bermanevansretail

We know that Wal-Mart is already the most dominant retailer on the planet. So, competitors get particularly upset when they believe that Wal-Mart is involved with unfair trade practices. A case in point is Wal-Mart’s recent use of price comparison … Continue reading →

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