The holiday season is approaching, and retailers are preparing to offer deals and move merchandise, prompting the company Algolia to analyze trends and patterns for next year, known as "prediction season". As pioneers in search and discovery innovation, Algolia predicts that 2023 will see increased mergers and acquisitions activity, a shift towards generic branded products to combat inflation, and a focus on search maturity and machine learning to optimize inventory management. Hybrid search capabilities are expected to become more prevalent, enabling retailers to deliver relevant results and enhance the customer experience. Additionally, visual search, live shopping, voice search, and omnichannel strategies are predicted to gain momentum, providing new opportunities for retailers to engage with customers and drive sales.