AP-NORC Poll: Americans Tighten Holiday Budgets Heading Into 2026
AP-NORC poll shows U.S. consumers tightening holiday budgets in 2025. Rising costs and cautious spending are shaping the shopping season and 2026 outlook.
RXO Curve Q4 2025 Truckload Outlook and 2026 Market Forecast
RXO Curve reports flat truckload rates in Q4 2025 but predicts potential 2026 recovery. Explore market trends, capacity, and freight insights.
U.S. Imposes Phased Tariffs on Nicaraguan Goods Over Human Rights
The U.S. is phasing in tariffs on Nicaraguan imports due to labor and human rights concerns, challenging supply chains and sourcing strategies in 2026.
Oracle Stock Drops Amid AI Spending and OpenAI Reliance Concerns
Oracle shares fell sharply as investors fear heavy AI spending and reliance on OpenAI contracts. Learn why this stock move matters for 2026 tech investors.
Q4 2025 Market Outlook: Valuations High, Macro Risks Loom
As Q4 2025 began, equity valuations remain rich and markets are driven by AI‑linked stocks, with value and small caps offering potential opportunities amid macro uncertainty.
Fed Cuts Rate by Quarter Point, Projects Only One Cut in 2026
The Fed lowered rates by 0.25% in December but signaled only one cut likely in 2026, maintaining a cautious stance amid persistent inflation.
Walmart Stock Outlook 2026: Nasdaq Debut and Growth Momentum
Walmart’s 2025 Nasdaq transition, holiday-driven sales surge, and bullish analyst forecasts set the stage for potential stock gains and stronger tech-enabled growth in 2026.
Instacart Accused of Charging Shoppers Different Prices
A new study finds Instacart lists different prices for the same grocery items from the same store, raising concerns about transparency and fairness.
Global Air Cargo Up 5% in November, But Risks Loom
November air cargo volumes rose 5% year-over-year, but falling spot rates and a slowdown in e-commerce growth signal challenges ahead for 2026.
Hormel Combats Meat Inflation with Pricing and Supply Moves
Hormel Foods responds to meat inflation with strategic price hikes and a sweeping supply chain overhaul to protect margins and stabilize growth through 2026.
Shopify Merchants Hit $14.6B Black Friday–Cyber Monday Record Despite Outage
Shopify merchants broke records this Black Friday–Cyber Monday with $14.6 billion in global sales — up 27% YoY — proving e‑commerce resilience even after a temporary Cyber Monday platform outage.
Smucker Drops Coffee Price Hike After Green‑Bean Tariffs Removed
After the U.S. lifted tariffs on green‑bean imports, J.M. Smucker has canceled its planned winter coffee price hike — easing inflationary pressure for consumers and retailers alike.
UP‑NS Merger: What It Means for Trucking, Rail & Retail Supply Chains
The proposed merger between Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern could redirect long‑haul freight from trucks to a unified coast‑to‑coast rail network.
DJI FlyCart 100 Ushers in New Era for Heavy‑Lift Drone Logistics
DJI’s new FlyCart 100 heavy‑lift drone raises the bar for industrial aerial delivery with up to 100 kg payload, rapid charging, and advanced safety — positioning aerial logistics as a viable alternative for supply‑chain and infrastructure operations worldwide.
Why CEOs Must Build “Geopolitical Muscle” in 2026
Amid global trade fragmentation and regulatory upheaval, McKinsey lays out five imperatives for 2026 leaders — from scenario planning to resilience — to turn geopolitical risk into opportunity.
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.