Once Upon a Farm, Backed by Jennifer Garner, Eyes $764M IPO
Jennifer Garner-backed Once Upon a Farm is planning a $764 million IPO, signaling momentum in health-driven consumer brands and a recovering IPO market.
Staff Report
Global insights on omnichannel retail and commerce from the Doing Business in Bentonville Staff Report Team—expert analysis and trends shaping Bentonville’s role in the future of business.
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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.
Consumer Demand Driving Retail Crypto Payments Surge
Consumer-driven demand is propelling the rise of crypto payments in retail, with nearly 40% of merchants now accepting digital currencies and most expecting widespread adoption within five years.
How Walmart Marketplace Levers Drive Online Sales for 1P Brands
Optimizing pricing, promotions, fulfillment, external traffic, and marketplace data amplifies Walmart Marketplace performance for 1P brands—driving discoverability and ecommerce growth that fortifies omnichannel success.
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.
McDonald’s Revives ’80s Changeables Happy Meal Toys
McDonald’s is bringing back beloved ’80s Changeables Happy Meal toys in response to fan demand, featuring 16 transforming figures for a limited‑time nostalgic promotion.
US Retail Sales Growth to Slow in 2026
Bain & Co. projects U.S. retail sales growth slowing to 3.5% in 2026, down from 4% in 2025, as consumer confidence weakens and economic headwinds mount.
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.
JD Logistics in 2026: Scaling Global Fulfillment to Power Fast, Reliable E‑commerce Delivery
In 2026, JD Logistics continues advancing its global logistics footprint — building on its 2‑3 day delivery infrastructure, expanded international express reach, and an integrated omni‑channel supply chain network to compete in the era of seamless cross‑border e‑commerce.
AI: Retail's New Decision-Maker
AI agents are now making retail decisions—brands must prioritize data accuracy, APIs, and machine-first execution to stay in the game.
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.
EPR Packaging Compliance Becomes Business Imperative in 2026
As seven U.S. states roll out Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) laws for packaging, brands face complex compliance hurdles that require new data, processes, and resources.
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.