The Psychology Behind Returns: Balancing Rules and Customer Loyalty
Even standard return policies can feel unfair. Learn how loss aversion, fairness, and smart strategies help retailers reduce friction and build loyalty.
Could Bentonville Become Retail’s First Digital Twin City?
A metaverse-based digital twin of Bentonville could help Walmart and vendors simulate retail, logistics, and civic planning with real-world impact.
Secondhand Gift Giving Soars as Americans Shop Holiday Recommerce
With tight budgets and rising prices, more than 8 in 10 Americans are likely to buy secondhand holiday gifts in 2025, embracing value, sustainability, and unique finds.
Low Power Prices Threaten EDF’s Earnings & Nuclear Plans
Fitch warns that plunging electricity market prices in France are hurting EDF’s profitability and could hinder its debt capacity as it plans new nuclear reactors.
How Walmart’s Founding Culture Still Powers Retail Success
Walmart’s early leadership turned four simple beliefs into a system of fast, values-driven execution that still offers a blueprint for today’s retailers.
Walmart Extends Christmas‑Eve Delivery Cutoff to 5 p.m.
Walmart has pushed its Christmas‑Eve express‑delivery cutoff to 5 p.m., giving last‑minute holiday shoppers extra time — part of the retailer’s broader push into ultrafast delivery.
Wellness Economy 2026: Five Dimensions Reshaping Consumers & Markets
McKinsey’s latest research outlines five dimensions driving a booming $2T wellness economy and reshaping consumer expectations in 2026.
B2B Ecommerce in 2026: Navigating a New Era of Complexity and Expectation
B2B ecommerce is evolving faster than ever, with new challenges intensifying in 2026. Here’s how leaders can stay ahead and build digital experiences that meet modern buyer expectations.
Holiday Promotions Lose Trust as Shoppers Call Deals Misleading
Survey finds most holiday shoppers view seasonal promotions as misleading or unclear, underscoring the need for transparency as consumers hunt value.
Fanatics Named Official Retailer for 2026 FIFA World Cup
Fanatics has secured the official retail license for the 2026 World Cup, gearing up to supply fan gear across 16 host cities and all 48 participating nations.
Dollar General Lifts 2025 Forecast After Strong Q3
Dollar General beat Q3 expectations and raised its 2025 profit outlook as consumers seek low-cost essentials amid ongoing economic pressure.
U.S. Weekly Jobless Claims Fall to 3‑Year Low
U.S. jobless claims dropped to 191,000 — the lowest since 2022 — indicating labor market stability despite broader hiring slowdowns.
Mass Shredded‑Cheese Recall Hits Walmart, Target, Aldi
A major food‑safety recall impacts shredded cheese sold at major U.S. retailers — consumers are urged to dispose of or return affected products after the FDA flagged possible metal fragments.
Top Leadership Development Strategies to Build Future Leaders
Explore 11 proven leadership development strategies that enhance team performance, increase retention, and prepare future leaders for success in today’s evolving business landscape.
Regenerative Agriculture: Farming for Profit and Planet
Regenerative agriculture offers a profitable path to sustainability by restoring soil health, boosting yields, and meeting rising consumer demand for eco-conscious products.
10 Roads Express Shutdown Throws USPS Supply Chain Into Disarray
The shutdown and layoffs at 10 Roads Express are disrupting mail and parcel delivery and exposing cracks in the U.S. logistics network, with ripple effects for retailers dependent on reliable fulfilment.