As the global market becomes more interconnected, the May 2021 market trends highlight e-commerce innovations and smart products for niche demographics. Given the in-person limitations of the pandemic, digital technologies catalyzed new opportunities for businesses to target previously untapped populations through specialized products and services.
Capitalizing on the pandemic's physical limitations, The Gift Card Shop sells digital gift cards from over 100 popular brands such as Mastercard and Walmart. These virtual gift cards can be attached to personalized e-cards that carry thoughtful and celebratory messages. The preloaded cards offer consumers an accessible way to give their loved ones the gift of choice.
Walgreens launched a pandemic-friendly service that offers two-hour delivery on over 24,000 of its products. The contactless delivery service enables consumers to continue to shop for their favorite products in a safe and convenient way.
Top 30 Market Trends in June
From Same Day Retail Deliveries to Eco-Friendly E-Commerce Packaging:
Josh Thompson-Persaud — Jun 19, 2021 — Business

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Eco-Friendly E-Commerce Packaging
Sleek and Sturdy, Boox Packaging Can Be Reused Multiple Times

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Ready-To-Grill Asian BBQ Deliveries
The Summer Grilling Essentials Bring Asian Flavors to BBQ
28
Subscription-Based Maintenance Services Startups
Super Raised $50 Million in Funding to Expand
27
Immune-Boosting Ready-to-Drink Shots
ARMR Pro Immunity Shots are Full of Nutrient-Rich Superfruits
26
Health-Conscious Potato Chips
Mindful Snacker Launched the Low-Fat, Low-Salt Simply Roasted Chips
25
Teen-Branded Banking Apps
Step Banking Offers Teens the Tools for Financial Success
24
Small Business-Finding Apps
The Amaze App Helps Locals Discover New Businesses in Their Area
23
Keto-Friendly Superfood Smoothies
Blendtopia Launches a Line of Organic Keto Smoothie Kits
22
Luxury Fabric Resale Platforms
Nona Source Gives Fabrics a Second Chance Through E-Commerce
21
Self-Service AI Chatbots
Verint IVA Chatbots Offer Businesses User-Friendly Automation
20
Ready-to-Drink Coffee Concentrates
Jot Ultra Coffee Dropped the Limited-Edition Daydream Brew
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Nostalgic NFT Character Collectibles
CryptoPunk NFTs are Rare and Exclusive Character Collectibles
18
Inaugural Sports Apparel Launches
Wilson Sporting Goods Will Expand into Athletic Clothing
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Fragrance-Free Curl-Friendly Haircare
LUS Brands' Fragrance-Free Haircare Caters to Curls
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Accessible Eco Produce Distribution
Hilton Hotels Recently Signed an Agreement with FreshOnTable
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E-Commerce Hiring Expansions
Amazon Will Look to Hire 75,000 for Fulfillment and Logistics Roles
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Contactless Interactive Bank Machines
Vantage Credit Union Uses Interactive Teller Machines
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Retail Business Acquisitions
Gap is Selling Its Intermix Business to a Private Equity Firm
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Digital Device Accessibility Features
New Apple Accessibility Features Enable Hands-Free Control
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Media Business Acquisitions
A Majority of Verizon Media Was Sold to a Private Equity Firm
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Fashion Retail Acquisitions
South Moon Under Was Purchased by Ames Watson a Private Equity Firm
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American Whiskey Expansions
Irish Brand Kirker Greer Spirits Picked Up Bowsaw American Whiskey
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Same Day Retail Deliveries
Walgreens Launched Its New Two-Hour Delivery Service Across the U.S.
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E-commerce Return Platform Acquisitions
PayPal Purchased a U.S. Startup Named Happy Returns
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Inventory Restricted Retail Strategies
Under Armor Will Take on a New Inventory Strategy
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Retail Eyewear Collaborations
Gap Entered into an Eyewear Deal with De Rigo Launching in 2022
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Virtual Gift Card Shops
The Gift Card Shop Sells Gift Cards from 100+ Brands in a Virtual Store
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Bank-Focused Virtual Meeting Services
Better Branches Technology Offers Virtual Visitor Services
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Paper Retail Acquisitions
Paper Source is Likely to Be Sold to Elliot Investment Management
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Australian Sunscreen Expansions
Ocean-Safe Sunscreen Brand Blue Lizard is Launching in Canada
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Canvas Tote NYC Pop-Ups
Lands' End Launched a Personalization Concept Pop-Up Shop in New York
Gen-Z-Targeted Retail Concepts
Urban Outfitters Debuts 'On Rotation' with Nike
Immersive Fashion Pop-Ups
SHEIN Launches Multi-Category Toronto Shopping Experience This Spring
Modern Newsstand Skincare Pop-Ups
Neutrogena x AIRE Health Hosted a Thematic Event
Masculine Pharmacy Shopping Experiences
Walgreens Men’s Zone Offers Grooming and Skincare Options
GenAI Shopping Assistants
Shopping Muse Supports Michael Kors US Website Visitors
Authentic Mother's Day Commercials
Amazon Boxes Take Center Stage in a Heartfelt Campaign
Beautifying Self-Care Bundles
Olive & June x Bubble Collaborated on Skin and Nail Care Kits
Digital Cosmetics Pop-Ups
Oh My Cream! Launched a Digital Pop-Up to Showcase Nine Brands
Crave-Worthy Nutritious Food Brands
CVS Pharmacy Announced the Launch of Well Market
Delayed Gifting Campaigns
Bloom & Wild's Delay the Delivery Prevents New Parent Overwhelm
Anti-Food Waste Delivery Services
Gopuff and Misfits Market Partnered to Expand Fresh Food Options
Virtual Holiday Shopping Experiences
Amazon Introduces a New Holiday Shop with 3D Technology
Gourmet Snack-Focused E-Commerce Platforms
Goody's Focuses on Gourmet Popcorn and Chocolates
Curated Online Fashion Storefronts
SHEIN Introduced its 'Trend Stores' for Personalized Shopping
Futuristic Imaginative Design Concepts
Toyota Introduces the Unique E-Collection of Products
Gen Z-Centric Campaigns
Urban Outfitters' Shift Happens Campaign Has Three Phases
Iconic Character-Inspired Campaigns
Etsy's Christmas Ad Celebrates Personalized Gifting
Accessible Mindful Shopping Initiatives
Style DNA Brings Sustainability to Black Friday Shopping
Speedy Retailer Delivery Partnerships
Walmart and DoorDash Announced a New Partnership in Canada
Tech-Driven Sexual Wellness
Experience the Future of Intimacy
GenAI Virtual Shoppers
Cindy by Imaginuity Boots Online and In-Store Foot Traffic
Branded Low-Cost eCommerce Stores
Amazon Haul Offers Low-Cost Products to Attract Shoppers
Healthcare Management Retailer Apps
The CVS Health App Puts More Control in the Customer's Hands
Elevated Delivery Merchant Features
These New DoorDash Real-Time Features Empower Merchants
Elevated Easter Treat Lineups
The Mars Wrigley Easter 2025 Range is Packed with New Treats
Virtual Beauty Speakeasies
e.l.f. Cosmetics' Virtual Luxe Lounge Offers an Exclusive Experience
Data-Driven QSR Campaigns
Burger King's BK Unwrapped Reveals Customers' 2024 Ordering Preferences
Convenience-Forward Mother’s Day Gifts
DoorDash Offers Thoughtful Gift Baskets to Celebrate Moms
Live Shopping Flagships
Outlandish's Santa Monica Location Supports Live Social Media Shopping
Credit Card Benefit Expansions
DoorDash and Chase Will Offer New Grocery Benefits
Personalized Ecommerce Updates
Google Shopping Introduces a 'For You' Feed for its Ecommerce App
Elevated In-Store Experiences
Bath & Body Works Adapts its Store Designs to Appeal to Gen Z
Gen Z-Influenced Marketing Campaigns
Kraft Heinz is Studying Gen Z's Preferences with New Launches
Nostalgic Sports-Focused Grocery Campaigns
Instacart Debuts a Campaign in Kansas City
Refreshed Retail Initiatives
Target is Improving its Customer Experience Journey in 2024
Healthful Grocer Wellness Campaigns
United Supermarkets 28-Day Challenge Campaign is Rewarding
24/7 Live Shopping Streams
QVC is Launching an Always-On Shopping Experience with TikTok Shop
Shoppable CPG Ads
Instacart-Powered Shoppable Video Ads are Coming to YouTube
Global Fashion Promotions
E-Commerce Giant SHEIN Launches Extended Holiday Shopping Event
Essential Shopping eCommerce Promotions
Amazon Everyday Essentials Week Will Offer Up to 40% Off
Branded Newspaper Kiosks
New Balance's Grey Days Pop-Up Celebrates a Timeless, Universal Color
Humorous Mother's Day Campaigns
bubly Addresses Mother’s Day Mishaps with the 'Gift Glow Up Shop'
Expansive Retail Delivery Partnerships
Save Mart and Shipt Announced a New Delivery Partnership
Members-Only Retail Platforms
Invite-Only Subscription Platform Mile Reshapes Luxury Shopping
Cinematic Dance-Driven Campaigns
DoorDash's 'Your Door to More' Campaign Highlights its Offerings
Enhanced Omnichannel Experiences
Lightspeed Commerce Addresses Challenges in Retail & Hospitality
Data-Driven Grocery Deliveries
Burq Last-Mile Delivery is Aiming to Transform Grocery This Year
Whimsical Patterned Diverse Fashion
Kate Spade and Target Work Together on a New Collection
Beauty Supply Delivery Services
Uber Eats and Sally Beauty Launch a New Delivery Option
Immersive Virtual Pop-Ups
Benefit Launches Virtual 'Benemart' Concept for Holiday Shopping
Trend Prediction Services
Tagwalk Revolutionizes Fashion Forecasting with a New AI Dashboard
Retailer Sustainability Milestones
Staples Canada is Exceeding Sustainability Goals Ahead of 2025
Inventive Retail Strategies
H&M is Working to Localize Its Shopping Experience
Curated Online Shopping Events
Walmart+ is Offering an Online-Only Shopping Event for Members
In-Store Beauty Bars
Walmart Beauty Bars Help Customers Discover Products & Test Samples
Rapid Grocery Delivery Services
Instacart and Albertsons Companies Have Expanded Their Partnership
Creator Economy-Focused Marketplaces
Teespring Marketplace Relaunches Under Parent Company Amaze
Pre-Loved Shoppping Events
eBay's Recommerce Day Champions Sustainable Shopping
Mid-20th-Century Holiday Campaigns
Saks Fifth Avenue Unveiled its 'Gifts of Delight' Campaign
Approachable Retailer Branding Updates
The Latest Walmart Brand Refresh Reflects its Legacy
Stylish Soda Pop-Ups
Poppi World Enticed Health-Conscious, Fashionable Visitors During NYFW
Influencer-Led Virtual Shops
Walmart Launches the New Walmart Realm Digital E-Commerce Experience
Versatile Digital Gift Cards
On Me Cards Provide Numerous Retail Options for Every Hobby and Gift
Digital Wallet Loyalty Solutions
Loopy Loyalty Adds Loyalty Cards in Apple and Google Wallet
Group Ordering Retail Deliveries
Gopuff GoGroup Lets Multiple People Order Items for Delivery
Social Shopping Apps
Locker Helps Users Organize, Share, and Earn from Online Wishlists.
Commerce-Enhanced Payment Cards
Venmo Debit Mastercard Offers 15% Cash Back at Popular Retailers
Peer-Powered Gifting Initiatives
indu and SoPost Encourage Customers to Share Samples with Friends
Payment Processing Upgrades
ThriveCart Strives to Enhance Payment Processing & Sales Optimization
Customizable White-Label Consumables
Printify Offers On-Demand Consumables for Brands & Businesses
Life Assistant Campaigns
For Mother's Day, DoorDash is Becoming "DoorDad" to Give Moms a Break
Console-Focused Retail Updates
Walmart and Best Buy are Shifting Store Operations for the Switch 2
Social Shopping Integrations
The MONAT Tiktok Shop Strengthens the Direct Sales Business Model
Phygital Greeting Cards
Hallmark Gift Card Greetings Combines Physical and Digital Gifting
Plastic-Free Personal Care Products
Community Goods Touts Eco-Friendly Solutions and Packaging
Eco-Minded Malaysian Markets
ECO-SHOP Opens its Doors to Sustainability-Focused Malaysian Shoppers
Social Shopping Networks
Stage TEN Empowers Creators to Build Their Own Live Shopping Channel
Hardware Delivery Partnerships
Instacart and The Home Depot Partnered for Same-Day Delivery
Trendy Private Label Launches
Kroger Unveils a Variety of Elevated Options for its Private Label
Comprehensive Wholesale Retail Platforms
TVCMALL Seeks to Redefine the Wholesale Experience
Gamified Shopping Carts
Instacart Unveils New Updates to its Smart Shopping Carts
Expanded Retailer Delivery Ranges
Meijer Home Delivery Will Now Reach Four-Million More Households
Collaborative Beauty Deliveries
Ulta Beauty Partners with Instacart for Same-Day Delivery
Combined Retailer Deliveries
Walmart Pharmacy Delivery Also Offers Access to General Merchandise
On-Demand Grocery Delivery
Tops Friendly Markets Unveils a New Partnership with DoorDash
Grocery Loyalty Partnerships
Amazon & Morrisons Announce MorePoints Support on the Amazon Store
Convenient Cafe Delivery Options
Consumers Can Now Get Coffee Through Starbucks and DoorDash
Emerging Market Insights
Rising Trends Helps Discover Hidden Markets And Business Opportunities
Digital Loyalty Customer Cards
Passkit Makes Loyalty Cards for Apple and Google Wallet
Curated Office Essentials Collections
Staples Canada Offers Office Essentials for Springtime
Expanded Technology Marketplaces
Best Buy Has Plans to Launch a New Third-Party Marketplace
Geo-Targeting Store Advertisements
Tesco Recommends Ads Based on a Shopper's Location in a Store
Omnichannel Automotive Services
Automotive Mastermind has Adapted to Modern Consumer Patterns
Rewarding Graduation Cards
Hallmark and Venmo Created Giftable Cards for the Class of 2024
Same-Day Beauty Deliveries
Sally Beauty and Instacart Expanded Their Partnership with New Offers
Small Business Support Initiatives
Mastercard Awards Ten Female Entrepreneurs with Grants
Seasonal Book Retail Promotions
Indigo Launches Multi-Category Holiday Deals with E-Reader Focus
Streamlined POS Experiences
Instacart, DUMAC and TRUNO Enhance AI-Powered Smart Cart Adoption
Nutritional Supplement Deliveries
Uber Eats and The Vitamin Shoppe Have Forged a Partnership
Modernized Retailer Campaigns
Staples Canada Has Reintroduced Its That Was Easy Campaign
Accessible Online Retail Initiatives
Instacart and Walgreens Partnered to Accept SNAP/EBT Online
Christmas Shopping Centers
Staples Canada Launches Holiday Gift Centre for Personalized Shopping
Digital Business Card Platforms
Digital Business Card Claims to Offer an Eco-Friendly Approach
New Year Retail Promotions
Target Circle Members Can Score a Complimentary Item This January
Late Night Retailer Deliveries
Walmart Now Offers Ultra Late-Night Delivery Nationwide in the US
Refreshed Private Label Products
CVS Brand Products Have Been Rebranded with Simplicity in Mind
Simplified Loyalty Programs
CVS Pharmacy Adds Two More Membership Tiers to its Reward Program
E-Commerce-Like Healthcare Platforms
General Medicine Has Secured $32 Million in Venture Funding
Post-Holiday Retail Promotions
The One Stop Big Brands Low Prices Campaign is Packed with Savings
Curated Eco-Conscious Gift Collections
Pine Heights Market Focuses on the Conscious Commerce Space
Speedy Beauty Product Deliveries
DoorDash and Ulta Beauty Partnered for Same-Day Delivery
Significant E-Commerce Expansions
NextPlat Corp. & OPKO Health, Inc. Expand Their Presence in Asia
Personalized Retail Media Networks
Thrive Market Collaborates with Instacart on a New Network
Cashback Grocery Deliveries
Instacart and Chase Partnered to Offer 10% Back for Cardholders
Seamless Grocery Services
JIVA Technologies Launches the We Got Groceries Official Website
Tech-Focused Delivery Expansions
Best Buy is Now Allowing Scheduled Deliveries in Some U.S. States
Interactive Packaging Content
SmartLinks Debuts a Self-Serve Platform for Product Packaging
Global Food Retail Expansions
Supermarket Italy Emphasizes Global Flavors from Around the World
Multi-Brand E-Commerce Expansions
Multiple Grocers are Adapting Instacart's Storefront Pro Tool
Canadian Entrepreneur-Focused Marketplaces
Futurpreneur Marketplace Emerges as a Timely Initiative
Corporate Inclusion Transformations
Walmart Leads Major Shift in Corporate Diversity Strategies
Digital Gifting Platforms
On Me Makes the Traditional Gift Card Experience Modern & Personal
Valentine's-Ready Personalized Gifts
Wolt Launches New Personalized Gifts for its Shoppers
Digital Retailer Gifting Options
Hallmark Gift Card Greetings Includes Over 100 Stores and Brands
Connected Packaging Updates
Appetite Creative Revamps its Connected Packaging with Tetra Pak
Greeting Card Kiosks
Ink'd Greetings Help Customers Create Customized Well-Wishes
Streamlined Holiday Shopping
Yes, More & Co Simplifies Holiday Shopping With Daily SMS Deals
Vaccination Retailer Reward Campaigns
Giant Food Flexible Rewards Members Get Points for Vaccines
Community-Led Grocery Initatives
CaringBridge and Instacart Unite to Enhance Delivery Services
Second-Hand Tech Deliveries
CeX and Just Eat Takeaway.com Will Deliver Pre-Owned Gaming Products
Mango-Scented Newspaper Ads
Swiggy Instamart Launched a Scented Campaign in the Times of India
Expansive Child Product Ranges
The Latest Target Baby Products Will Come in Many Options
Efficiency-Driven Digital Ad Solutions
ShopLiftr is Revolutionizing Digital Advertising
On-Demand Gift Deliveries
Just Eat and cardfactory Partnered to Offer Quick Gifts
Third-Party Coupon Providers
Instacart Taps Ibotta to Provide Customers with Digital Coupons
Hybrid Mail Services
Better Letter Card Co Sends Photos and Videos as Real Postcards
South African Delivery Enhancements
Takealot Introduces an Unlimited Free Delivery Subscription
Digital Commercial Payment Apps
Mastercard Unveils the Mobile Virtual Card App for Businesses
EBT-Supported Grocery Deliveries
Amazon Debuts an Unlimited Grocery Delivery Service for EBT Users