How to Prepare for Tariff Changes in 2026
Get ready for 2026: Learn how to prepare for future tariff changes through supply chain diversification, compliance tools, and sourcing strategies.
Nike Q2 Earnings: Turnaround in “Middle Innings”
Nike’s Q2 fiscal earnings show 1% revenue growth and mixed global performance, marking steady progress but ongoing challenges in its turnaround strategy.
2025 Fashion Year in Review: Deals, Departures & Disruptions
A comprehensive review of 2025 fashion industry deals, departures, and disruptions, spotlighting M&A activity, store closures, and market shifts that reshaped the year.
Jobs Report Shows Weak Gains, Rising Unemployment
The long‑awaited U.S. jobs report showed weak overall employment growth and a rising unemployment rate, reflecting slowing labor market momentum amid economic uncertainty.
U.S. Govt Collects $1B in Tariffs After De Minimis Loophole Closure
The U.S. government has already collected roughly $1 billion in new tariff revenue after closing the de minimis loophole, with duties of 10 %–50 % on previously exempt imports.
E‑Commerce Returns Down 2.5% This Holiday Season
Adobe data shows e‑commerce returns down 2.5% this holiday season, as consumers shop more strategically and thoughtfully amid economic pressures.
NRF Forecasts Record Super Saturday Shopping Surge
The NRF projects a record 158.9 million shoppers on Super Saturday 2025, underscoring continued omnichannel holiday retail momentum.
Retailers Face “Consumer Joy Deficit” This Holiday Season
“Consumer joy deficit” describes 2025 holiday shoppers’ cautious mindset amid high prices and stress, prompting retailers to adopt more empathetic marketing and value‑driven strategies.
U.S. Consumer Spending Growth Expected to Slow in 2026
Moody’s projects U.S. consumer spending growth to slow to roughly 1.5% in 2026, with labor market and affordability pressures dampening demand.
Tariffs Top Concern for Semiconductor Leaders in 2026: KPMG
A new KPMG survey reveals tariffs and trade policy have overtaken labor as the semiconductor industry's top concern, as leaders prioritize global supply chain diversification in 2026.
Kroger to Invest $391 M in New Kentucky Distribution Hub
Kroger announces a $391 million distribution center in Simpson County, Kentucky, blending automation with 430 new full‑time jobs to strengthen regional logistics.
PayPal Applies to Launch Industrial Bank to Aid Small Businesses
PayPal has applied to launch PayPal Bank, a Utah-based industrial loan company focused on improving capital access for small businesses nationwide.
Monetary Policy on Track as Fed Eyes Slower Inflation
New York Fed President John Williams says recent Fed action leaves monetary policy in a good position heading into 2026, expecting inflation to moderate and balanced economic growth.
iRobot Files Chapter 11 Bankruptcy After Roomba Struggles
iRobot, the maker of Roomba robotic vacuums, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and will be taken private under a restructuring plan with its contract manufacturer as it faces intensified competition and financial pressures.
Cold‑Chain Packaging Shifts Amid Dry Ice Constraints
Cold‑chain packaging companies are innovating with alternatives and sustainable solutions as CO2‑driven dry ice supply tightens, impacting frozen shipping and logistics.
Rivian’s Next-Gen Autonomous Driving Goes Beyond Highways
Rivian will expand its hands-free driving to surface streets in early 2026. Universal Hands-Free promises full-route autonomy for eligible EVs.