PYMNTS

AUGUST 31, 2020

The government agency said shutdowns imposed to prevent the spread of the coronavirus since late March caused the decline, the worst it has been in two dozen years. But consumer demand and manufacturing have not improved, the AP reported. He said economic growth would not return to pre-pandemic levels anytime soon.

Economy 60

Economy Shutdown Governance Government 60

PYMNTS

JUNE 4, 2020

After a second month of shutdowns and the inevitable yet devastating impact on the market, this week’s reopening of dealerships is a pivotal moment for the entire industry and the thousands of people whose jobs depend on it,” Michael Hawes, SMMT’s CEO, told the Times. and Europe.

Shutdown 52

Shutdown On-Demand Returns Consumer 52

PYMNTS

MARCH 30, 2020

For them, it all depends on how long the current lockdown/shutdown lasts and when consumer demand will return — and at what level. Many had few choices but to shift the financial burden to their employees given the abrupt lack of demand for and/or access to their products or services. In other words, not right away.

On-Demand 92

On-Demand Credit Cards Returns Shutdown 92

PYMNTS

JULY 8, 2020

Unfortunately, this extended period of shutdowns and slow economic activity means fewer businesses will be around in the latter half of the year. Unfortunately, this extended period of shutdowns and slow economic activity means fewer businesses will be around in the latter half of the year.

Shutdown 64

Shutdown On-Demand Returns B2B 64

PYMNTS

MAY 22, 2020

Le Garrec said Petit Robert has been serving up dining experiences — on-demand and remotely — well enough to recoup 40 percent of its former business, “so it’s not that bad.”. Le Garrec described his initial experience of the shutdown as something of a mad dash for survival. But will the consumers actually return?

Shutdown 97

Shutdown Returns Checks On-Demand 97

PYMNTS

MAY 7, 2020

Peter Bach, director of the Center for Health Policy and Outcomes, told the network the return of big events is not a priority. It will take identifying stakeholders, understanding their interdependencies and devising a strategy to build critical mass on all sides while aligning supply with demand, she wrote.

Ubiquitous 52

Ubiquitous Shutdown On-Demand Returns 52

PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 24, 2020

Will consumers keep ordering cookable meals when the easier option of dining out returns? Though the meal kit delivery firm has seen its sales pick up during the pandemic, it has struggled to keep up with consumer demand, generating many complaints of undelivered meals throughout the year. Consolidation in the Market.

Economy 85

Economy On-Demand Shutdown Consumer 85

PYMNTS

MAY 25, 2020

If Amazon sees any M&A deals this year, it will likely be on the infrastructure side: shipping, return platforms and payment mechanisms. If Amazon sees any M&A deals this year, it will likely be on the infrastructure side: shipping, return platforms and payment mechanisms.

Shutdown 64

Shutdown Returns On-Demand Governance 64

PYMNTS

OCTOBER 20, 2020

In chronicling the digital shift since it went into high-gear last spring, PYMNTS has gathered valuable business intelligence on the demands of new digital-first consumers. On that count, among the final COVID leftovers to be dealt with will be a return to offices and the mothballing of work-from-home (WFH).

Consumer 88

Consumer Shutdown Returns Economy 88

PYMNTS

JANUARY 10, 2019

But there is some good news: Despite the government shutdown, tax refunds will still be paid, according to the most recent reports. But consumers are increasingly demanding quicker — even instant — payments in all types of situations, from wages to disbursements. million federal tax returns submitted last year were filed digitally.

Tax Refunds 48

Tax Refunds IRS Real Time Payments Blocks 48

PYMNTS

JULY 2, 2020

Even before any official shutdowns, 43.8 That tracks roughly with expectations around the idea of “normal” returning, but 10 percent of respondents don’t think the old normal is coming back at all. It paints a statistical portrait of a changed America, yet one adapting with agility and glimmers of optimism. Similarly, 49.4

Returns 52

Returns Consumer Research Shutdown 52

PYMNTS

DECEMBER 28, 2018

Stuff did well but so did experiences,” he said, underscoring the optimistic view that consumers in general have right now — a view that continues to hold even as tariffs threaten retail supply chains and prices, and the government shutdown and other political issues threaten to put a damper on purchasing power and consumer confidence.

Visa 62

Visa Consumer On-Demand Shutdown 62

PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

We’ve seen a massive increase in demand for eCommerce for our business,” Wishart noted. But this time, it seems, there is a trace of good news: Experts report that they are ready this time – and they have the TP supplies to meet the surge of demand. He said that online sales have grown 40 percent since the pandemic began.

On-Demand 57

On-Demand Shutdown Consumer Underserved 57

PYMNTS

JUNE 19, 2018

After talking to many of our merchant partners, we determined that there’s demand from shoppers to buy with Affirm no matter what they are purchasing, especially in fashion,” said Rob Pfeifer, chief revenue officer at Affirm. listed shares have outpaced S&P 500 returns over that time.”.

Shutdown 41

Shutdown On-Demand Consumer Agreements 41

PYMNTS

APRIL 1, 2020

Yi said the impact of COVID-19 caught Zoku Sushi “completely flat-footed” by the nearly overnight shutdown that came to its base of operations in Midtown Manhattan. And the same data set notes that traffic isn’t merely shift to take-out — only 16 percent reported they were ordering in more to replace eating out.

Shutdown 68

Shutdown Consumer On-Demand Mitigation 68

PYMNTS

MAY 4, 2020

A decision to reopen, even partially, must weigh the economic impact of keeping the economy locked down against the availability and effectiveness of treatments that will mitigate or eliminate the risk of another serious outbreak, as well as illness and deaths, within months of reopening – and the potential for another shutdown.

Economy 83

Economy Consumer Risk Returns 83

PYMNTS

DECEMBER 16, 2020

But luckily, PYMNTS has five fast facts that will make it that much easier to navigate: Consumer Demand Is Increasing, Especially for Multichannel Merchants. The big-picture view shows that demand has been improving for Main Street SMBs, with 46 percent reporting an increase in demand for their products or services.

On-Demand 112

On-Demand Shutdown Returns Economy 112

PYMNTS

JUNE 14, 2019

shutdown was preceded by the program’s closure in London in November 2018. While this tracker normally focuses entirely on the moves and counter-moves of Walmart and Amazon as they race for the greater share of the consumer’s whole paycheck, every once in a while another player manages to scoop them both in the headlines competition.

Push-to-Card 40

Push-to-Card Online and Mobile Banking Accounts On-Demand 40

PYMNTS

APRIL 29, 2020

Box Office returns came care of the Ocala Drive-In Theater of Ocala, Florida, which showed a double bill of the World War II biopic “Resistance” and the indie psychological thriller “Swallow” for a ticket price of $6. . While theaters may have closed down, consumers’ demand for movies has not disappeared.

On-Demand 68

On-Demand Shutdown Consumer Blocks 68

PYMNTS

APRIL 13, 2020

Because it is also a low profit margin good, it is produced to meet the demand. It’s a system that works fine, even in circumstances where demand suddenly spikes, say when there is a hurricane or blizzard forecast in a specific geographic area. Toilet paper manufacturers deal with surge all the time. Proctor & Gamble Co.

On-Demand 118

On-Demand Shutdown Product Returns 118

PYMNTS

MAY 8, 2020

Reaching out online is helping clubs endure the shutdown. Instructors are now working to stream classes online in real time or on demand, and trainers are staying in touch with clients via phone or video calls. He said he believes the industry will rebound but that its businesses will not look the same in the post-COVID-19 era.

Facilitators 65

Facilitators Risk Returns Shutdown 65

CB Insights

JULY 17, 2018

As more customers expect on-demand ordering, big players have struck deals with startups like UberEATS and GrubHub to ensure greater reach and retain existing customers. North 3rd Street Market opened in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, in May 2018, just in time for the dreaded L train shutdown. Americans dine out more than ever before.

On-Demand 69

On-Demand Automation Origination Fed 69

CB Insights

SEPTEMBER 11, 2017

Startups like these often deliver a custom-curated selection of clothes based on a buyer’s unique preference, allowing buyers to return any items they don’t want to keep for free. Under the Supervision subsector of Childcare, on-demand ride-hailing companies for kids make up a large portion of deals. First Name.

Shutdown 49

Shutdown On-Demand Returns Product 49

PYMNTS

APRIL 13, 2020

Small businesses can’t survive weeks without demand. For these Main Street SMBs, there is no demand. That was the day the SBA PPP rescue relief effort began accepting applications from banks on behalf of their small business customers. trillion CARES Act had passed a week earlier, on March 26.

Payroll 115

Payroll On-Demand Returns Economy 115

CB Insights

NOVEMBER 9, 2017

“The general consensus of the employee base is that there was mismanagement of finances,” said one former company executive… The day after the shutdown announcement, one Mode manager of an overseas office described receiving frantic emails from headquarters requesting immediate transfer of all funds and assets back to the US.

Online and Mobile Banking 78

Online and Mobile Banking On-Demand Shutdown Push-to-Card 78

PYMNTS

APRIL 27, 2020

The challenges of reigniting the economy after nearly two months of a near-total shutdown of the physical world, and probably a longer partial shutdown, is a lot like the ones faced by an entrepreneur with a platform business that she wants to ignite and scale. The buyers are key, of course, since they drive demand and sales.

Economy 93

Economy Shutdown Consumer On-Demand 93

CB Insights

OCTOBER 31, 2017

We needed 40% day-one returns and were closer to 25%. Of his many failed experiments, Thomas Edison once said: “ I have learned fifty thousand ways it cannot be done and therefore I am fifty thousand times nearer the final successful experiment.” in total funding closed). ” So why do so many startups flame out?

Posting 78

Posting Product Online and Mobile Banking On-Demand 78

CB Insights

APRIL 7, 2018

Resource Planning & Sourcing : On-demand decentralized manufacturing and blockchain projects are working on the complexities of integrating suppliers. Machining, Production & Assembly : Modular equipment and custom machines like 3D printers are enabling manufacturers to handle greater demand for variety. Product R&D.

Technology 78

Technology Blockchain On-Demand Automation 78