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"Supermarkets are using smart carts to make customers spend 32% more on shopping", study claims
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"Supermarkets are using smart carts to make customers spend 32% more on shopping", study claims

SAPO14 September 2026 at 17:08

Supermarkets are adopting smart carts that promise to increase customers' shopping value by 32%, according to a study mentioned in the article. This technology is transforming the traditional supermarket cart into a consumer influence tool.

The smart cart goes beyond its original function of transporting purchases. Now, these devices are capable of presenting products to customers, influencing their choices and persuading them to spend more during shopping.

This innovation comes in the context of the growing digitization of the retail sector, where supermarkets are constantly looking for new ways to maximize sales and improve the consumer shopping experience.

Why this matters

Consumers in Portugal may notice a change in the shopping experience in supermarkets, with carts that suggest personalized products and promotions. This technology aims to increase spending per customer, potentially affecting family budgets. The study follows the growing trend of retail digitization and raises questions about privacy and manipulation of consumer choices.

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