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.
Kendra Scott expands its lifestyle brand with a new Western-inspired flagship in Nashville, signaling a strategic shift toward experiential omnichannel retail and significant category diversification.
Sharon Price John announces her retirement as CEO of Build-A-Bear, with Chief Operations Officer Chris Hurt named as her successor following record-breaking fiscal performance.
Ross Stores initiates its 2026 expansion strategy by opening 17 new locations, moving toward a long-term goal of 3,600 total stores across the United States.
Intel is redirecting production to meet surging AI and server demand as executives warn that fixing deep-seated manufacturing capacity issues will require years of strategic investment.
Honda has halted development of three major North American electric vehicle models as global tariffs and cooling consumer demand trigger a historic $15.8 billion financial charge.
Comprehensive 2026 consumer research identifies that while price transparency and free shipping drive conversions, complex checkouts and high return fees remain the primary deterrents for online shoppers.
VEVOR transitions from e-commerce to physical retail with a 32,000-square-foot flagship store in Houston, focusing on a BOPIS-driven omnichannel experience for DIY enthusiasts.
Industry forecasts for 2026 highlight a significant "flight to value" alongside surging demand for health, wellness, and functional grocery categories across the omnichannel landscape.
AI-native operating system BackOps secures Series A funding to eliminate manual logistics workflows and enhance omnichannel retail efficiency through automated carrier claims and customer service.
Recent Commerce Department data shows a narrowing U.S. trade deficit as export resilience balances shifting import demands for omnichannel retail and logistics leaders.
The escalating conflict in Iran has effectively closed the Strait of Hormuz, causing unprecedented logistics delays and rising fuel costs for global retail and manufacturing sectors.
New consumer data reveals that eco-friendly packaging significantly influences brand trust and purchasing decisions across Gen Z and broader omnichannel shopping demographics.
Global supply chain disruptions and rising energy costs force omnichannel retailers to adapt corporate strategies as Middle East tensions impact logistics and consumer prices.
OpenAI’s shift away from direct in-app shopping within ChatGPT reinforces Walmart’s digital ecosystem, driving traffic back to retailer-owned platforms like "Sparky."
Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) providers are pivoting toward provider-branded cards and digital wallets to counteract slowing adoption among Gen Z and Millennial shoppers.
Recent data identifies Walmart, Amazon, and Kroger as the most frequent price adjusters, utilizing dynamic pricing strategies to maintain competitiveness in the 2026 retail landscape.