: Sustainability is no longer a marketing "bonus"—it is a baseline expectation. Consumers now demand Digital Product Passports for evidence of a product's lifecycle and ethical sourcing. 3. Key Behavioral Drivers
In 2026, consumer behavior in online shopping has shifted from mere digital browsing to a experience. Shoppers no longer just search for products; they use sophisticated AI agents to filter options and mitigate the "risk of regret" before committing to a purchase. 1. The "Agentic" Shift: The New Filter consumer behaviour in online shopping
: While 37% of shoppers are encouraged to buy by personalized recommendations, they simultaneously recoil from systems that feel opaque or intrusive. : Sustainability is no longer a marketing "bonus"—it