New CPKC‑CSX Corridor Sets 2026 as a Breakthrough for Mexico‑U.S. Trade
CPKC and CSX’s new east‑west rail corridor is shaping 2026 into a landmark year for U.S.–Mexico freight flows via Texas and the Southeast.
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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Supply Chain Scrutiny Outpaces Customs Enforcement Capability
As supply‑chain transparency mandates accelerate, enforcement agencies lag behind — creating elevated risk for importers and brand partners in the U.S. trade ecosystem.
Top Shoe Brands Leading U.S. Footwear Retail
Nike, Adidas, Skechers, and New Balance dominate the U.S. footwear market with strong brand equity, omnichannel execution, and trend-savvy consumer engagement.
AI Reshapes Workforce at Amazon and Target
Amazon and Target are cutting tens of thousands of corporate jobs as they restructure around artificial intelligence-driven efficiency and tech-first operations.
BAPE Flagship Store Wins Global Design Honor
BAPE's flagship at American Dream wins international recognition for blending streetwear culture with immersive retail design.
Pharma’s Digital Shift to Reach Healthcare Professionals
As D2C drug ad regulations tighten, pharmaceutical marketers are shifting to digital-first strategies to better engage healthcare professionals and maintain drug awareness.
Digital Transformation Reinvents the Warehouse Club Model
Warehouse club retailers are transforming the membership model by layering digital checkout, fulfillment and media tools to turn the weekend stock‑up into an omnichannel value loop.
Costume Commerce: How Walmart Marketplace Sellers Win Halloween
Seasonal demand, fast fulfillment and Walmart Connect ad tactics are letting third‑party sellers turn Halloween into a major marketplace opportunity.
Why the Weekly Grocery Trip Is Making a Comeback
Inflation and AI planning tools are reshaping grocery habits—bringing back the weekly shop.
The Rise of Smart Loyalty in Grocery Retail
Loyalty programs are evolving from static point systems to real-time, behavior-based engagement tools.
Cold Chain Innovation: How Grocery Is Going Greener and Smarter
As shoppers demand fresher, faster deliveries and sustainability takes centre stage, grocery logistics is re‑engineering the cold chain with new packaging, IoT sensors and lean delivery strategies.
How Walmart and Amazon Are Reinventing the Grocery Marketplace
Grocers are blending owned and third-party inventory to create platformized shopping experiences.
Holiday Season 2025 Begins: Omnichannel Retail Pivots into High Gear
As the calendar flips to November, retailers in Bentonville and beyond launch the critical holiday quarter—where omnichannel execution, supply chain agility, and digital activation will define winners.
Walmart’s AI Checkout Chat Signals a Retail Paradigm Shift
Walmart’s new ChatGPT integration transforms retail by turning conversations into carts—reshaping omnichannel strategy, margins, and supply chain precision.
Grocery Sector Faces Major Revenue Hit as SNAP Funding Looms
Amid the U.S. government shutdown, grocers including Walmart Inc. are bracing for up to an $8 billion drop in November sales if the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) lapses.
Chipotle Stock Drops as Q3 Sales Miss Expectations
Shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill slid sharply after third‑quarter results fell short of consensus and the company cut its full‑year outlook amid inflation and changing consumer behavior.