U.S. spending on TikTok store surges during holidays
NEW YORK (Reuters) - U.S. TikTok users are turning to TikTok Shop during the holidays this year, significantly increasing spending on the platform. According to Reuters analysis, TikTok Shop has successfully captured a larger share of the e-commerce market since its launch in the United States in September 2023. Also Read: Artificial Intelligence: The driving force behind logistics for the 2024 holiday season TikTok Shop's meteoric success was reflected in sales reaching $100 million on Black Friday, a major shopping day when U.S. consumers eagerly seek online deals. Despite looming regulatory challenges, such as a potential U.S. ban on its parent company ByteDance, TikTok Shop remains a strong sales channel for brands like Elf Cosmetics and Ninja Kitchen. U.S. merchants and influencers take advantage of the “LIVE” feature, which allows customers to purchase items directly during live video conferences. The number of such live sessions has reportedly tripled over the past year, capitalizing on TikTok's 170 million U.S. users and…
Stellantis sales plunge 16.9% in Europe, while Volkswagen Group surges
Hybrid cars currently account for 33.4% of all new cars sold in the EU go through Brad Anderson November 22, 2024 09:50 Stellantis sold 130,986 cars in the EU in October, down from 157,625 in October 2023. The automaker's woes have helped VW expand its market share in the European Union. Hybrid vehicles are now the most popular powertrain in the EU. Stellantis' woes continued to intensify, with EU new car registration data showing the company lost market share to rivals in October, with sales falling 16.9%. In October 2023, Stellantis held an 18.4% share of the EU new car market, with sales of 157,625 vehicles. However, by October 2024, its share slipped to 15.1% as sales dropped to 130,986 units. The main reason for the decline was the Citroën and Fiat brands, whose sales fell by 35.4% and 46.2% respectively. Lancia (-79.3%), Alfa Romeo (-19.3%), Jeep (-10.9%), DS (-7.1%) and Opel/Vauxhall (-2.1%) also recorded sales declines. Read: Stellantis delays…
UK comedy scene surges, with one in five Brits choosing comedy
Ticketmaster 'State of Comedy' report reveals comedy date nights have increased eightfold in the past decade The number of comedy events reaches a record high, with nearly a hundred female protagonists Take the stage this yearThe influence of social media and the increased demand for shared experiences are the main reasons for the rapid growthTicketmaster, the global market leader in live event ticketing, has released new research revealing how laughter is changing the dating scene. Nearly one in five Brits (18%) choose to date a live comedy show, a huge shift since 2014, when Ticketmaster's State of Comedy Shows report found that only 2% of audiences would consider it.On International Double Eleven (11th In November), a survey of 2,000 British adults revealed that younger generations are choosing live comedy shows over more traditional dating experiences. Nearly half of people under 35 say memorable moments and shared experiences are their top priority.The rise of comedy as a popular dating option has…
Mitsubishi’s third-quarter sales surge 42%, Mirage surges 152%
The brand's third-quarter success far exceeded current market trends in the United States. go through Brad Anderson 16 hours ago In the first nine months of 2024, Mitsubishi's sales in the United States reached 82,817 vehicles. Sales of the Outlander Sport, Outlander, Outlander PHEV and Eclipse Cross all increased in the third quarter. The affordable Mirage hatchback and sedan have been discontinued for the 2025 model year. Mitsubishi's third-quarter performance in the U.S. went against many of its rivals, with sales rising sharply. This growth also significantly outpaced overall market trends. In the third quarter of 2024, Mitsubishi sold 31,588 vehicles in the United States, an increase of 42% from 22,196 vehicles in the third quarter of 2023. Year-to-date sales have also increased, up 22.1% from 67,736 units in the previous nine years, from 82,817 units last year to 82,817 units this year. To put these figures into broader context, overall U.S. light vehicle sales fell 0.5% in the third…
Ford Maverick price surges 30%, that’s too much
Ford has unveiled the revamped 2025 Maverick, with pricing starting at $26,295. While it's still the cheapest pickup truck in the U.S., the price is $6,400 higher than the 2022 model. This represents a significant increase of nearly 30% compared to the past three years. When the Ford Maverick popped up, it lived up to expectations, starting at $19,995 and with a hybrid powertrain that got us 49 mpg in real-world testing. Unfortunately, times have changed, and the Maverick is no longer cheap. var adpushup = window.adpushup = window.adpushup || {que:()}; adpushup.que.push(function() { if (adpushup.config.platform !== "DESKTOP"){ adpushup.triggerAd("4d84e4c9 -9937-4f84-82c0-c94544ee6f2a"); } else{ adpushup.triggerAd("6a782b01-facb-45f3-a88f-ddf1b1f97657"); } }); Quite the contrary, the facelifted pickup starts at $26,295 before the $1,595 destination charge. That's $6,400 more than the 2022 Maverick, which represents a nearly 30% increase in just three years (including the destination charge). MORE: 2025 Ford Maverick gets AWD hybrid, bigger screens and Tremor trim While the 2025 Maverick looks much better on paper,…
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