AI Turns Websites Into Adaptive Sales Engines
New AI-powered approaches are reshaping websites into adaptive, context-aware sales engines that personalize user journeys in real time and drive higher conversions across digital channels.
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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e.l.f. Beauty Deepens Gen Z Strategy with Rhode Deal
e.l.f. Beauty is accelerating its Gen Z growth strategy through the $1 billion acquisition of Rhode, reinforcing its focus on cultural relevance, community-driven branding, and omnichannel expansion.
Tech Giants Lead Market Cap Gains Amid AI Frenzy, Public Mistrust and Data Center Footprints Raise New Debates
As technology firms dominate global market capitalization in 2026, broader economic trends reflect both confidence in AI-led growth and rising public unease over artificial intelligence, data infrastructure, and their impacts on local communities.
Swiftly Scales AI Retail Media for Omnichannel Growth
Swiftly leverages AI-powered retail technology to help retailers increase sales, deepen customer loyalty, and empower brands with effective retail media networks. This article explores Swiftly's impact on omnichannel retail and the future of digital commerce.
Emerging Trends in Y Combinator Funded Payments Startups 2026
Discover how Y Combinator-backed payments startups in 2026 are innovating cross-border payments, AI integration, fintech solutions for emerging markets, and streamlined payroll technologies, transforming global financial infrastructure.
Detroit’s Big 3 Take $50B Write-Down Over EVs
Detroit’s leading automakers — Stellantis, General Motors, and Ford — have recorded roughly $50 billion in electric-vehicle-related write-downs as EV demand falters and strategic pivots reshape the industry.
Leadership Reset in Retail Media’s AI Era
As retail media and commerce marketing evolve, leaders are rethinking culture, strategy, and sustainability to balance AI-driven performance with human-centered leadership.
Wendy’s Continues Closing Underperforming Stores in 2026
Wendy’s is pursuing a strategic downsizing of its U.S. footprint, closing 5%–6% of its restaurants while maintaining value-focused Biggie Deals to address softer sales.
Musk Slams Anthropic After $30B Raise
Elon Musk criticizes Anthropic following its $30 billion AI funding round, escalating competition and debate over bias, safety, and leadership in the artificial intelligence sector.
Stock Markets Slump as AI Fears and Economic Data Cloud Outlook
U.S. equity markets slid sharply on Feb. 12, 2026, as AI-related selloffs and macroeconomic uncertainty pushed major indexes lower, with the S&P 500 turning negative for the year.
Target's Leadership Shift Focuses on Growth and Guest Experience
Target’s recent executive leadership changes signal a strategic shift to accelerate growth and enhance the guest experience, aligning talent to streamline operations and merchandising authority.
Albertsons Joins ChatGPT Ad Pilot Program
Albertsons partners with ChatGPT’s Ad Pilot Program to deliver targeted Valentine’s Day promotions, expanding its omnichannel retail advertising strategy.
Designer Brands Appoints Sheamus Toal as CFO to Drive Growth
Designer Brands has named Sheamus Toal as its new CFO, bringing deep financial and operational expertise to lead the company’s strategic growth and omnichannel initiatives starting February 2026.
Inside Modern POS Systems Transforming Retail
Modern POS systems are evolving into cloud-based retail technology hubs that power omnichannel operations, real-time data analytics and seamless customer experiences.
Chocolate Prices Surge Before Valentine’s Day
Chocolate prices are up 14% year over year ahead of Valentine’s Day as cocoa supply shortages strain the global supply chain and retail margins.
Emerging Funding Trends in Omnichannel Retail for 2026
The omnichannel retail sector continues to attract significant venture funding, with startups blending digital and physical retail strategies. This article explores recent funding rounds, highlighting key players and investment trends shaping the industry in 2026.