Unpacking the stories behind your stuff.

Express Checkout is your window into the fascinating world of CPG, consumer goods, retail, and eCommerce. We dive deeper into the products that surround our everyday lives, exploring the brands, trends, and industry shifts that shape how we shop and what ends up in our carts.

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Whether you're a CPG professional, retail enthusiast, brand founder, or just a curious consumer, Express Checkout offers:

Curated Industry News | Insider Perspectives | Trend Analysis |Community Connection

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What We Do

Each week, we deliver insights on:

  • CPG & Consumer Goods: Product launches, brand strategies, and emerging categories

  • eCommerce: Digital retail innovations and online shopping trends

  • Retail: Store concepts, merchandising tactics, and retail tech

  • Funding News: Acquisitions, investments, and the money moves shaping the industry

Beyond our weekly newsletter, we showcase:

  • Checkout Chats: In-depth interviews with founders and industry experts

  • Deep Dives: Comprehensive analysis of trends and categories

  • Special Reports: Curated insights on noteworthy market shifts

Our Approach

We believe in the depth behind the surfaces of market shelves. The products we bring home tell stories about the cultural moment we're living in—that's why they're so meaningful. We dedicate thoughtful yet engaging analysis to all these symbols, colors, labels, typography, and the products themselves to create a more immersive consumption experience.

Express Checkout is the connective tissue between big, medium, and small brands. There's a lot we can learn from each other, and it's important to know what's happening across all levels of the industry.

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Subscribe to explore where your cart meets culture. From aisles to insights, we're unpacking the stories behind your stuff.

Beyond the shelf, into the culture.

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