Costco Sues U.S. Government to Secure Tariff Refunds
Costco has filed suit to safeguard its right to tariff refunds, challenging sweeping IEEPA‑based trade duties and underscoring risks to global supply‑chain sourcing and retail pricing.
Supplier Emissions Take Center Stage: Why 2026 Could Be a Turning Point for Corporate Supply Chain Climate Action
With supply‑chain emissions often representing the largest share of a company’s carbon footprint, 2026 is shaping up as a turning point — forcing brands to build supplier‑level emission transparency into procurement, sourcing, and climate strategy.
Black Friday 2025 Shows Modest Growth, But E‑Commerce Still Leads
Black Friday 2025 posted a 4.1% rise in overall U.S. retail sales — led by a 10.4% surge in e‑commerce — highlighting consumers’ growing preference for digital shopping even as holiday budgets tighten.
10 Roads Express Shutdown Throws USPS Supply Chain Into Disarray
The shutdown and layoffs at 10 Roads Express are disrupting mail and parcel delivery and exposing cracks in the U.S. logistics network, with ripple effects for retailers dependent on reliable fulfilment.
U.S. Robotics Leader Warns: Without Reform, China Could Dominate Automation
Standard Bots’ CEO warned Congress that without a funded national robotics strategy, U.S. manufacturers risk being outpaced by subsidized foreign competitors, particularly from China.
Rising Fuel Surcharges from UPS and FedEx Pressure Retail Supply Chains
Fuel surcharge hikes by UPS and FedEx in 2025 are driving ground and air shipping costs to record highs — forcing retailers to rethink logistics, packaging, and fulfillment strategies.
Cyber Monday 2025 Smashes Records: E‑Commerce Hits New Highs
Cyber Monday 2025 set a new U.S. e‑commerce record with up to $14.2 billion in online spending, highlighting how digital retail continues to redefine holiday shopping.
Ep. 128 - The Secret to Walmart-Ready Talent
Discover how Northwest Arkansas built a talent pipeline that powers Walmart supplier careers through real Retail Link training industry partnerships and proven upskilling paths for analysts creators and future retail leaders.
Older Shoppers Ditch Black Friday Crowds for Online Deals
Black Friday 2025 saw fewer older shoppers in stores as more turn to online shopping. Retailers must adapt strategies to this shifting demographic trend.
Ozempic and Mounjaro Are Changing How We Eat and Shop
GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Mounjaro are reshaping diets, grocery spending, and retail strategies—prompting health gains and industry disruption.
American Eagle Taps Martha Stewart for Holiday Reset
American Eagle enlists Martha Stewart for its holiday "Great Jeans" campaign, targeting cross-generational appeal and rebounding from past ad backlash.
12 Omnichannel Retail Strategies to Succeed in 2026
Discover the top 12 omnichannel strategies driving retail success in 2026—from AR and AI to social commerce and ERP integration.
Upcoming Webinar: Using AI to Build Resilient Supply Chains
A December 2 webinar explores how AI can transform fragile supply chains into resilient, data‑driven engines of agility.
Omnichannel Merchandising: Strategies for Retail Success
Explore how omnichannel merchandising creates consistent, multi-platform shopping experiences that boost customer loyalty, satisfaction, and sales performance.
What Is Omnichannel Retail? Strategy, Benefits & Challenges
Learn how omnichannel retailing creates seamless shopping experiences across digital and physical channels, boosting customer satisfaction, sales, and operational efficiency.
How RFID Is Transforming Grocery Bakery Operations
Grocery bakeries adopting item‑level RFID tagging are slashing food waste, speeding inventory counts, and transforming freshness — turning a modest tech shift into a major operational win.