Is Legislation the Answer for Record Swipe Fee Costs?
Retailers and lawmakers are debating whether the Credit Card Competition Act can provide relief as annual swipe fees reach a record $198 billion.
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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Bark Rejects Take-Private Offers to Pursue Standalone Strategy
Bark declined two acquisition proposals, opting to remain public while navigating a 22% revenue decline and focusing on its long-term omnichannel growth strategy.
Strategies for Small Businesses to Build Resilient Supply Chains
Small businesses must transition from reactive to proactive supply chain management by diversifying suppliers, leveraging technology, and adopting lean inventory practices to survive 2026's trade volatility.
Navigating Investor Sentiment During Periods of Market Volatility
Expert analysis explores whether investors are rushing into volatile markets or maintaining a disciplined strategy amidst shifting global economic signals and retail trends.
Revolut Achieves Record Profit as Digital Banking Reshapes Omnichannel Retail
Fintech giant Revolut reports record $2.3 billion profit, driven by subscription growth and aggressive expansion into the United States banking market.
Fed Strategy: Navigating Global Oil Price Shocks and Inflation
Historical analysis reveals how the Federal Reserve balances interest rate hikes with economic growth during volatile energy market shifts and global oil price shocks.
Key Strategies for Managing an Inherited Business in 2026
Expert financial guidance from Charles Schwab outlines essential steps for heirs to assess viability, determine market value, and navigate the 2026 estate tax landscape.
AI Transforms Supplier Payments into Strategic Financial Assets
AI optimizes accounts payable by reducing costs and fraud while increasing digital payment adoption for global supply chain partners.
Inventory Management Becomes Retail’s Most Critical Strategic Discipline in 2026
Modern inventory management has shifted from a back-office function to a core supply chain capability, driven by real-time visibility and AI-powered omnichannel synchronization.
The New Rules of Walmart Growth: Engineering AI Performance
As Walmart transitions to agentic search and AI-driven discovery, brands must master structured data and generative engine optimization to maintain organic visibility.
Hugo Boss Targets Zero Air Freight to Boost Margins
Hugo Boss implements a sea-freight-first strategy to reduce logistics costs and carbon emissions while streamlining its global supply chain operations.
Split Spending: How Survival and Splurge Define the 2026 Consumer
A new PYMNTS Intelligence report reveals a "consumer wallet reset" as shoppers bifurcate spending between disciplined essentials at Walmart and aspirational discretionary splurges on Amazon.
Retail Strategy Shifts as Consumers Face Savings Shortfalls
New data reveals a widening gap between debt management and savings, forcing omnichannel retailers to rethink value-driven merchandising strategies.
Capital One Redefines Hybrid Travel for Modern Business Leaders
New data reveals how entrepreneurs and executives integrate personal renewal into professional travel schedules to improve work-life balance and operational efficiency.
Gen Z Prioritizes Premium Wellness and Beauty Spending in 2026
A new 2026 retail survey reveals that Gen Z consumers are reallocating budgets to prioritize premium health, wellness, and beauty products over traditional discretionary categories.
How Bifurcated Spending Habits Reshape the Retail Landscape
Modern consumers split spending between Walmart for essentials and Amazon for discretionary goods, forcing a strategic shift in global omnichannel retail dynamics.