FedEx Sues U.S. Government Seeking Full Refund of Tariffs
FedEx has filed a landmark lawsuit seeking a full refund of duties following a Supreme Court ruling against the administration's tariff authority.
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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Market Volatility Spikes as Trump Pivot Triggers New Tariff Uncertainty
Wall Street reacts to a 15% global tariff shift following the Supreme Court’s decision to strike down previous emergency trade levies.
Mass Retailers Match Supermarkets in Grocery Penetration for First Time
A landmark Dunnhumby report reveals Walmart and dollar stores have reached parity with traditional supermarkets as consumer financial insecurity grows.
EU Halts US Trade Pact Following Supreme Court Tariff Ruling
The European Union pauses a major trade agreement with the United States as global tariff uncertainty grows following a landmark Supreme Court decision.
Trader Joe’s Claims Top Spot in National Shopper Satisfaction Rankings
Trader Joe’s overtakes Publix in the 2026 ACSI report as customer satisfaction trends shift toward value and quality.
How Wipro and RELEX Solutions Elevate AI-Powered Supply Chains
Wipro's strategic partnership with RELEX Solutions merges expertise in retail technology and AI-driven supply chain planning to help retailers optimize inventory, demand forecasting, and operations in today's complex omnichannel environment.
Survey: Shoppers Hide Purchases Amid Budget Pressure
New Omnisend data shows 44% of U.S. consumers hid online purchases, highlighting rising price sensitivity, cart abandonment strategies, and shifting omnichannel retail behavior.
Topo Chico Mineral Water Shortage Hits U.S.
Coca-Cola temporarily halts Topo Chico mineral water production to invest in source stability, creating short-term supply shortages across U.S. retail channels.
Modern Retail Leadership That Actually Works
As AI accelerates and omnichannel complexity grows, effective retail leadership depends on clarity, decentralized decision-making, and values-driven execution that scales across teams.
Washington High Court Lets Amazon Suicide Suits Proceed
Washington’s Supreme Court ruled that families can sue Amazon over deaths linked to sodium nitrite bought on its platform, a decision that could reshape online marketplace liability.
Retail’s Unexpected Comebacks in the Omnichannel Era
Legacy retail brands are finding renewed growth through direct-to-consumer strategies, social commerce and AI-driven merchandising in today’s omnichannel marketplace.
U.S. Stock Futures Muted Ahead of Key Data
U.S. stock index futures held steady as investors anticipated major economic releases, including fourth-quarter GDP and inflation figures that could influence the Federal Reserve’s policy path.
Walgreens Lays Off Hundreds After Sycamore Acquisition
Walgreens cuts at least 628 positions following its private equity buyout by Sycamore Partners as the company reorganizes operations under new ownership.
Walmart’s New CEO Takes Helm With Conservative Outlook
Incoming CEO John Furner begins leadership at Walmart with strong recent results but a cautious forecast for 2026 amid economic headwinds and strategic transition.
Credit Card Surcharges Test Checkout Loyalty
Rising merchant credit card fees at checkout are straining consumer loyalty, with many shoppers altering spending behavior or switching merchants over surcharges.
New Balance Tops $9B; Chinese Laundry Joins Gordon Brothers
New Balance reported a record-setting $9.2 billion in 2025 sales, while Gordon Brothers expanded its footwear portfolio with Chinese Laundry and sibling brands.