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.
Lovesac Accelerates U.S. Manufacturing Amid Tariff Pressures
Lovesac is reshoring manufacturing to the U.S. to combat tariff impacts and supply chain risks, marking a strategic shift in production strategy in 2025.
FedEx MD‑11 Grounding Strains Peak Season Air Cargo
FedEx warns the MD‑11 cargo aircraft grounding will elevate logistics costs and strain capacity during the 2025 holiday peak shipping season, forcing contingency strategies and network adjustments.
Delivery Giants Sue NYC Over New Tip‑Prompt Rule
Uber Eats and DoorDash have sued New York City to block a new law requiring tipping prompts at checkout, arguing it violates free‑speech rights and could increase costs for consumers.
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.
Macy’s Flagship in Chicago Shows Turnaround Progress
Macy’s Chicago flagship on State Street is showing noticeable turnaround progress with enhanced merchandising, customer service, and visual presentation.
Home Depot’s Distribution Expansion Powers Record Delivery Speeds
Home Depot’s expanded distribution footprint and logistics technology have propelled its delivery speeds to historically fast same‑day and next‑day levels.
Victoria’s Secret Faces $90M Tariff Hit, Shifts Freight Strategy
Victoria’s Secret is navigating a $90M tariff impact by pivoting from air to ocean freight and adjusting sourcing strategies, reshaping its supply chain approach.
Walmart Faces Bread Tampering Case, FDA Warnings in 2025
Walmart addresses food safety concerns after razor blades were found in bread at Biloxi stores and faces ongoing product recalls flagged by the FDA.
Walmart Adds Performance-Based Raises, Expands Logistics Network
Walmart is rolling out performance-based raises for frontline associates and investing in advanced distribution centers to support operational growth.
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.
Doug McMillon Reflects on Career as Walmart CEO Retirement Nears
After four decades at Walmart, CEO Doug McMillon plans to retire in January 2026 and has said he’s looking forward to a “blank calendar” before pursuing future business and philanthropic interests.
Industry Dive Event to Analyze 2025 Holiday Retail Trends
A January 2026 virtual event from Industry Dive will review 2025 holiday season trends and explore how they may shape retail and logistics strategies in 2026.
Walmart AI Strategy: Betting on an Agentic Future for Retail
Walmart’s agentic AI approach redefines retail automation by embedding autonomous agents into operations, shopping experiences, and supply chain workflows.
UNFI Boosts Supply Chain Performance with Lean Daily Management
UNFI’s expanded lean daily management rollout has improved throughput, on‑time deliveries and reduced shrink across its distribution centers, reinforcing its supply chain performance goals.