Poonam Goyal is the Sector Head and Senior Equity Analyst for North American E-Commerce and Athleisure at Bloomberg Intelligence. With over 20 years of equity research experience, she provides comprehensive coverage of major companies such as Amazon, Wayfair, eBay, Etsy, Nike, Adidas, Under Armour, VF Corp, Lululemon, and others. A frequent guest on global TV and radio platforms, Poonam offers valuable insights into the e-commerce and athleisure sectors. She began her career at Goldman Sachs in the Investment Research Group.
Wednesday, August 13
8:40 AM Keynote: The Trends Impacting Retail in 2025: Continued Inflation, Changing Customer Behavior and the Geopolitical Atmosphere
As consumers become increasingly price-conscious and digitally savvy, retailers must adapt by leveraging technologies like AI and omnichannel strategies to meet evolving expectations. This keynote will explore the key trends shaping retail in 2025, from navigating economic uncertainties to harnessing emerging technologies, and discuss how businesses can innovate and thrive amidst these dynamic conditions. Poonam Goyal from Bloomberg will walk us through her approach to:
- Understanding how ongoing inflation affects pricing strategies and profit margins, compelling retailers to adapt their approaches to maintain competitiveness
- Exploring shifts in consumer behavior, including the rise of hybrid shopping experiences and the demand for personalized, seamless interactions across channels
- Assessing the impact of geopolitical tensions on supply chains and operational strategies, necessitating greater resilience and adaptability in retail operations
- Recognize the increasing consumer demand for sustainable practices and products, pushing retailers to prioritize eco-friendly initiatives as a core business strategy
Check out the incredible speaker line-up to see who will be joining Poonam.
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