Bentonville’s Retail Engine: How Education, Logistics, and AI Drove Progress in 2025
In 2025, Bentonville blended retail education, AI, and logistics innovation to drive smarter supply chains and accelerate supplier success.
UPS to Cut 30,000 Jobs as Amazon Deal Ends
UPS will cut 30,000 jobs in 2026 as it ends its Amazon partnership and accelerates operational restructuring to boost efficiency and profitability.
Starbucks Delivers Mixed Quarterly Results Amid Turnaround Push
Starbucks reported better-than-expected revenue but missed on earnings, as rising customer traffic highlights the cost of its ongoing turnaround strategy.
U.S. Dollar Sinks to Four‑Year Low
The U.S. dollar has fallen to its weakest level in four years as measured by the Bloomberg Dollar Spot Index, pressured by a resurgent Japanese yen and bearish market sentiment.
2026 Fulfillment Trends: Omnichannel & Tech in the On‑Demand Economy
By 2028, 40% of parcels will be delivered within two hours, driven by innovations like drones and crowdsourced delivery.
Ep. 136 - 2025 Recap: Fear, Failure, and Forward Motion
Inside Bentonville, leaders from Walmart, NWACC, and logistics partners share how talent pipelines, data driven training, and supplier collaboration solve real retail challenges. Learn how CPG careers start, goods move faster, and leadership turns pressure into progress.
Wage Gains May Boost U.S. GDP $32B in 2026 Despite Worker Confidence Lag
Stronger wages in late 2025 could add roughly $32 billion to U.S. GDP in 2026, but many frontline workers remain cautious due to rising costs and economic uncertainty.
Under‑the‑Radar Shifts Are Quietly Reshaping How Money Moves
Beyond flashy payment tech, leading industry voices say operational resilience, data governance, identity modernization, and AI are redefining the future of money movement.
Mid‑Market CEOs See AI’s Value but Struggle to Scale It
While nearly all mid‑market CEOs recognize AI’s importance, only a fraction have true enterprise‑wide strategies as adoption stalls in pilot stages.
Osmos and Advertima Link In-Store Analytics to Retail Media
Retailers are using real-time in-store audience analytics to drive ad targeting, boost CPM revenue, and increase advertiser sales by up to 33%.
How Automation Is Solving Retail Compliance Challenges
Retailers face rising fulfillment and regulatory complexity—automation and integrated software offer critical solutions for packaging accuracy and cost control.
Retail Store Openings Slowed in 2025, Set to Accelerate in 2026
After nearly flat store opening growth in 2025, retail real estate is poised for stronger expansion in 2026, led by off‑price, beauty, and discount segments.
Canada Post Tentative Contracts Alter Delivery Plans
Canada Post’s new tentative contract proposals scrap key delivery changes and are headed to a ratification vote, reshaping what could come next for delivery operations and labour peace.
Why Store Inventory Visibility Is Crucial in Omnichannel Retail
Retailers are using real-time, location-specific inventory data to turn stores into strategic supply chain assets and improve omnichannel efficiency.
Lowe’s Targets Younger Shoppers with Kids Club Relaunch
Lowe’s refreshes its Kids Club and ramps up influencer marketing to better connect with younger consumers amid housing market challenges.
TikTok US Operations Transition to Majority‑American Joint Venture
TikTok avoids a nationwide ban as its U.S. business shifts to a majority‑American joint venture led by CEO Adam Presser, with enhanced national security safeguards.