South Korea Tightens Crypto Oversight After Bithumb Bitcoin Error
Following a $40 billion bitcoin mis-distribution by Bithumb, South Korean regulators are accelerating plans for stronger crypto market regulation and investor protections.
Coin Shops Slow Precious Metals Purchases Amid Inventory Glut
U.S. coin dealers are curtailing how much gold and silver they buy from customers as a surge of sellers overwhelms inventories and refineries can’t keep up with processing demand.
U.S. Consumer Sentiment Improves in February
Consumer sentiment in the United States showed an uptick in February 2026, reaching its highest level since August 2025, though households remain wary of persistent price pressures and job market risks.
Walmart to Invest $330M in Opelousas Distribution Hub
Walmart announces a more than $330 million modernization of its Opelousas, Louisiana distribution center to boost supply chain capacity with automation, robotics and advanced technology.
Betting on Everything Is Now a Business Signal
Prediction markets like Kalshi are expanding rapidly, raising new questions for retailers, brands, and regulators about consumer behavior, data, and commerce.
Goodwill Plans 100 New Stores After Record Year
Goodwill Industries posted record revenue in 2025 and plans to open 100 new stores in 2026 as both physical retail and resale e-commerce continue to grow.
AMD Beats Revenue but Stocks Slide
AMD reported $10.27 billion in revenue, topping expectations, yet shares tumbled as investors reacted to cautious guidance and market sentiment.
Billing Transforms From Back-Office Duty to Loyalty Engine
Businesses increasingly view billing not just as an administrative task, but as a strategic customer engagement and loyalty driver that can strengthen relationships and retention.
Arkansas Retail Accelerator Expands Entrepreneurial Scaling Pathways
Arkansas entrepreneurs gain structured pathways to scale consumer products into major retail channels through the Ozark Retail Accelerator.
Pepsi Co Cuts Snack Prices To Address Affordability
PepsiCo is cutting prices on select snack brands as affordability pressures reshape consumer behavior and force CPG companies to prioritize volume growth over pricing power.
Walmart Reaches $1 Trillion Market Cap on E-Commerce Strength
Walmart achieved a historic $1 trillion market capitalization amid strong e-commerce growth, technology investments, and omnichannel retail strategy, marking a milestone for traditional retailers.
Pay Later Becomes a Monthly Budget Staple
New research shows buy now, pay later tools are becoming a planned part of monthly household budgets, reshaping omnichannel retail and payment strategy.
Leadership Moves: Who’s Rising in Walmart’s Corporate Ranks?
Walmart’s latest executive leadership changes highlight a strategic emphasis on growth platforms, global scale, and omnichannel execution as the retailer refreshes its leadership bench for 2026.
Business Uncertainty Is Redefining the CFO Playbook in 2026
Ongoing economic and policy uncertainty is reshaping how CFOs lead, forcing finance leaders to adopt a new playbook rooted in agility, strategic risk management and data-driven decision-making.
WJAETS Offers Fast, Affordable Publishing for Engineering Research
Discover why the World Journal of Advanced Engineering Technology and Sciences (WJAETS) is a preferred destination for engineering researchers, offering rapid publication, low fees, and broad international indexing for enhanced visibility.
Trump Nominates Kevin Warsh as New Federal Reserve Chair
President Donald Trump has nominated former Fed governor Kevin Warsh to succeed Jerome Powell as Chair of the Federal Reserve, a move that could reshape U.S. monetary policy pending Senate confirmation.