Nearly 2/3 of smartphone users are more likely to purchase from companies whose mobile sites or apps customize information to their location.
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Nearly 2/3 of smartphone users are more likely to purchase from companies whose mobile sites or apps customize information to their location.
Google/Ipsos Connect, U.S., Rising Consumer Expectations in the Micro-Moment, (2016: n=1,516 U.S. online smartphone users, A18+, 2015: n=1,291 U.S. online smartphone users 18+), Dec. 2016 and Aug. 2015.
As of September 2023, 35% of US consumers had already started their holiday shopping, and among those 32% have already made a purchase.
At the beginning of September 2023, 45% of U.S. consumers said they would like to receive communication from retailers and brands about end-of-year holiday promotions, deals, and/or gift ideas.
Among those planning to shop for the holidays, 65% say they will shop online more.
Searches for “halloween decorations” and “halloween costumes” have grown over 60% and 20% WOW, respectively.
Searches for “home appliances” have grown over 11,350% WOW.
87% of holiday shoppers reported using Google properties (e.g., Search, Maps, YouTube) as a shopping resource vs. social media platforms (65%) and top online marketplaces (59%).