Listing prices for iPads, iPhones, MacBooks and other electronics on digital screens at Apple Stores around the state is not good enough, the state’s consumer watchdog said Tuesday. Apple has agreed to list prices on “pricing wedges” on each table where devices are offered for sale, according to the state Attorney General’s office. The agreement […]
At its launch event yesterday, Apple announced a bold new strategy that could give it a leadership position in a critical market. Marketing professionals and executives from other companies were left looking foolish by comparison and they’ll undoubtedly scramble to keep up with the Cupertino-based company. I’m speaking, of course, about Apple’s new 4K content […]
Apple has made a luxury iPhone that punctuates its technological swagger with a high-priced exclamation point. And that exclamation point appears to be a sign of things to come. The long-anticipated iPhone X unveiled Tuesday will sell for $999, double what the original iPhone cost a decade ago and more than any other competing device […]
New Delhi: The Indian basket of imported crude oils gained nearly $3.50 a barrel during last week even as petrol prices in the country touched their highest levels since 2014, official data has showed. Petrol price was hiked by 8 paise a litre and diesel by 10 paise per litre, applicable from 6 a.m. on […]
The payoff to capture digital consumers can be huge. Deloitte found that consumers who embrace digital options — whether e-coupons, on-demand local delivery or mobile checkout — convert 9% more often than those who don’t use digital in the lead-up to their purchase decision. Kroger is one leading grocer that consistently reports gains in new digital […]
Apple has made a luxury iPhone that punctuates its technological swagger with a high-priced exclamation point. And that exclamation point appears to be a sign of things to come. The long-anticipated iPhone X unveiled Tuesday will sell for $999, double what the original iPhone cost a decade ago and more than any other competing device […]
(THE CONVERSATION) Since Hurricane Irma put Florida in its sights, there have been thousands of reports of price gouging on everything from water to gasoline. The most notable complaint was not, however, the one alleging a US$72 charge for a six-pack of water. Rather, it was the $3,200 reportedly asked by Delta for a ticket […]
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With so much benefit for the consumers why is there so much consumer and regulatory backlash against the new-age companies for their pricing strategies? It is to do with the lack of trust. In the process of haggling the consumers are involved in the price formation process face-to-face and settle at what both sides agree […]
Consumer sentiment continues to drift downwards while retail spending growth has picked up over the same time period, according to the latest Deloitte Access Economics Retail Forecasts report. The report revealed that retail pricing continued to struggle in the face of improved volumes. Retail price growth was minimal, notching an increase of 1.0% over the […]
According to a release from attorney general’s office, state law prohibits businesses from charging exorbitant amounts during a declared disaster. The Bains Brothers, who own Texaco-branded gas station in Arlington, Carrollton and Richardson, were accused of charging the higher price even while displaying signs with prices in the $3-$4 range. Additional lawsuits were filed against […]
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This Week in Pricing > 9/16/17
This Week in Pricing is a recap of the week’s best pricing focused news, strategy expert and technology leader’s thought leadership, industry news and events, and resources for pricing professionals. This Edition is brought to you by: Value Innoruption Advisors Founded by Dr. Stephan Liozu, Value Innoruption Advisors provides training and consulting resources for organizations […]
Irma price gouging highlights sad truth: Consumer fleecing is the new normal | WTOP
(THE CONVERSATION) Since Hurricane Irma put Florida in its sights, there have been thousands of reports of price gouging on everything from water to gasoline. The most notable complaint was not, however, the one alleging a US$72 charge for a six-pack of water. Rather, it was the $3,200 reportedly asked by Delta for a ticket […]
Texas AG files first 3 price gouging lawsuits | KDFW
According to a release from attorney general’s office, state law prohibits businesses from charging exorbitant amounts during a declared disaster. The Bains Brothers, who own Texaco-branded gas station in Arlington, Carrollton and Richardson, were accused of charging the higher price even while displaying signs with prices in the $3-$4 range. Additional lawsuits were filed against […]
Why Businesses Should Lower Prices During Natural Disasters | Harvard Business Review
It’s a longstanding debate that’s reemerged during Hurricanes Irma and Harvey: During a time of crisis, should merchants raise or maintain prices when demand increases for essential products such as water, gas, and bread? Now, due to the influence of social media, a new alternative is emerging: Why not lower prices during these critical times? Economists usually […]
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