Global Scans · Shopping · Weekly Summary

• [New] Amazon solved the challenge of creating a seamless, natural-language shopping experience that could understand diverse voice commands and secure transactions. Single Grain
• [New] Vietnam's retail sector will maintain its growth trajectory from the previous year, driven by an upturn in consumer spending and online shopping. Vietnam Briefing News
• With voice shopping projected to reach $30 billion by 2026, voice commerce is rapidly transforming eCommerce store development through smart speakers and AI assistants. The Brihaspati Infotech
• With 71% of users expected to make social media their primary shopping channel by 2030, social commerce is transforming eCommerce store development by reshaping the online shopping experience. The Brihaspati Infotech
• AI is one of the most highly anticipated and demanded innovations among consumers, with 76% of shoppers in South Africa wanting retailers to offer AI-powered shopping features. Engineering News
• AI's ability to consider vast sets of data at once is enabling Amazon to anticipate its consumers' needs well in advance; its algorithms now appear to know what customers are going to want to buy before they even start shopping. JWU Online
• The rise of personal shopping agents will require a collaborative approach between retailers, providers and customers. PYMNTS.com
• Google will roll out an AI-powered version of search called AI Mode to everyone in the US and will introduce an AI-powered shopping tool that lets users upload a photo to see how an item of clothing would look on them. Wired
• By 2025, we will see the rise of hybrid retail models that combine the best of both worlds - in-store and online shopping. Spring Fair 2025
• AI is one of the most highly anticipated and demanded innovations among consumers, with seven in 10 shoppers globally wanting retailers to offer AI-powered shopping features. Parcel and Postal Technology International
• As app developers continue to refine interfaces and introduce new functionalities, the App-Based segment is expected to maintain its stronghold in shaping the future of online grocery shopping in Latin America. Market Data Forecast
• As we move towards 2025, mobile retail apps will become increasingly integral to the shopping experience, requiring retailers to focus on essential features that enhance usability and engagement. GCC-Marketing
• In 2025, a personalized shopping experience will not just be a trend but a fundamental expectation among consumers, pushing retailers to innovate continually. GCC-Marketing
• Leveraging social commerce through platforms like TikTok Shop and Instagram Shopping will help drive external traffic to Amazon listings. Capitalism
• Smaller subsidies, paired with tariffs, will do a better job of getting companies to set up shop in the US. Sammy Fans
• Walmart is preparing for what it sees as an inevitable shift toward personal shopping agents - AI assistants that will shop on behalf of consumers. PYMNTS.com
• Google will pull ads from existing Search and Shopping campaigns for ad placements within AI Mode. Digiday
• Smart utilization of first-party data, engagement signals, and real-time feedback will be core to creating personalized shopping experiences that connect with UK consumers. The Short Media
• Macro-tailwinds, including the increasing adoption of online shopping and digital services, present an opportunity for Amazon to capture further growth. PandaForecast.com
• Europe's retail sector continues to face significant challenges due to geopolitical tensions, the threat of import tariffs, persistent negative consumer confidence, rising costs and the ongoing shift to online shopping. FXStreet
• The increasing adoption of interactive shopping experiences and the integration of fintech solutions for frictionless payments are expected to further accelerate growth and solidify India's position as a major social commerce hub. Yahoo Finance
• By leveraging customer data responsibly and employing AI-driven tools, UK retailers will be able to create tailored shopping experiences that meet the unique needs of their customers. Spring Fair 2025
• With increased popularity in the use of intelligent devices including Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, voice commerce will transform the mode by which people shop online. Microweber Website Builder and CMS

Last updated: 30 June 2025