Fluctuating U.S. import tariffs are disrupting traditional buying cycles for retailers, pushing deeper inventory planning, diversified sourcing and heightened risk for smaller operators.
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Toyota launches production at its first U.S. EV battery hub in North Carolina, signaling deep investments in domestic supply chain and electrification.
USPS will raise rates in January 2026 across Ground Advantage, Priority Mail, and other services, impacting last-mile logistics and retail shipping costs.
A Supreme Court case questioning Trump's emergency tariff authority could reshape sourcing strategies across retail and supply chain sectors.
KPMG identifies six pivotal supply chain shifts for 2025—from GenAI to ESG—that retailers must master to stay competitive and resilient.
The U.S. has lifted tariffs on key agricultural imports like coffee, tea, and bananas, signaling trade deal progress and easing omnichannel food supply pressures.
With holiday hiring at decade lows, retailers turn to automation and lean operations to manage peak season demand efficiently.
U.S. retailers expect record holiday sales in 2025 but are hiring fewer seasonal workers, signaling a shift toward automation and leaner operations.
Despite strong consumer demand, retailers lead in job cuts as companies prioritize automation and tech-driven operations over headcount growth.
Most retailers struggle to unify digital and in-store systems, exposing a major gap in delivering seamless omnichannel experiences.
Nearly half of North American retailers can’t quantify the return on in-store tech, raising concerns about investment impact.
Amazon debuts an ultra-low-price “Haul” storefront with items under $10 and launches an early Black Friday-style event.
Columbia Sportswear appoints two co-presidents to support its succession strategy and drive global brand and DTC growth.
Target is eliminating 1,000 jobs and closing 800 open roles while rolling out AI tools to enhance gift discovery for holiday shoppers.
More than 1,000 unionized baristas at Starbucks Corporation across over 40 U.S. cities have initiated an indefinite strike during Red Cup Day, pressing for a collective bargaining agreement that addresses pay, staffing and benefits.