TJ Maxx Signs Herald Towers NYC Lease
TJ Maxx is returning to NYC with a 40,000-square-foot Herald Towers lease, directly across from Macy’s flagship in Herald Square.
Middle-Income U.S. Consumers Struggle to Keep Up
Nearly 70% of middle-income Americans are struggling with the rising cost of living, prompting increased reliance on savings and credit card debt, according to new data.
First Brands Founder Patrick James Indicted on Federal Fraud Charges
Federal prosecutors have indicted First Brands founder Patrick James and his brother on fraud charges tied to deceptive financing practices that contributed to the auto parts supplier’s bankruptcy.
Ep. 6 - Fixing Freight Rates with Data Ownership | With Sam Tibbs
Freight pricing is broken by incentives, not tech. Sam Tibbs explains why brokers need a neutral, broker owned data layer to capture booking time details and build better rate signals. Learn how data quality, governance, and smarter models can reshape trucking decisions.
Storm‑Driven Retail Rush: Foot Traffic Spike Ahead of Winter Storm Fern
Placer.ai’s data shows U.S. retail visits spiked two days before Winter Storm Fern hit, with Bentonville’s shoppers rushing to stock up on essentials ahead of heavy snow and ice.
UPS Retires MD-11 Fleet After Deadly Crash, Adds Boeing 767s
UPS has permanently retired its MD-11 aircraft fleet following a fatal crash in November, incurring a $137M charge while preparing to add 18 Boeing 767s over the next 15 months to maintain air capacity.
Home Depot Cuts 800 Jobs, Pushes Back‑to‑Office Work for Corporate Employees
Home Depot has revealed plans to eliminate approximately 800 corporate jobs tied to its Atlanta area operations and will require remaining corporate staff to return to the office five days a week beginning April 6, as part of a broader effort to streamline operations and boost agility.
Tractor Supply’s Fourth‑Quarter Performance Falls Short of Expectations
Tractor Supply’s Q4 financial results showed declines in net income and EPS, with both metrics missing analyst expectations and prompting share volatility amid signs of softer consumer demand.
Trump Threatens 25% Tariff Hike on South Korean Imports Over Trade Pact Dispute
President Trump plans to raise tariffs on South Korean imports to 25%, citing delays in enacting a 2025 trade agreement, sparking new global trade concerns.
Scarcity Redefines the 2026 Supply Chain Playbook
Copper, critical minerals, and medical supplies lead the list of 2026 shortages, pushing firms to overhaul supply chains for resilience and risk readiness.
Bentonville’s Retail Engine: How Education, Logistics, and AI Drove Progress in 2025
In 2025, Bentonville blended retail education, AI, and logistics innovation to drive smarter supply chains and accelerate supplier success.
UPS to Cut 30,000 Jobs as Amazon Deal Ends
UPS will cut 30,000 jobs in 2026 as it ends its Amazon partnership and accelerates operational restructuring to boost efficiency and profitability.
How Walmart Marketplace Levers Drive Online Sales for 1P Brands
Optimizing pricing, promotions, fulfillment, external traffic, and marketplace data amplifies Walmart Marketplace performance for 1P brands—driving discoverability and ecommerce growth that fortifies omnichannel success.
US Retail Sales Growth to Slow in 2026
Bain & Co. projects U.S. retail sales growth slowing to 3.5% in 2026, down from 4% in 2025, as consumer confidence weakens and economic headwinds mount.
2026 Fulfillment Trends: Omnichannel & Tech in the On‑Demand Economy
By 2028, 40% of parcels will be delivered within two hours, driven by innovations like drones and crowdsourced delivery.
JD Logistics in 2026: Scaling Global Fulfillment to Power Fast, Reliable E‑commerce Delivery
In 2026, JD Logistics continues advancing its global logistics footprint — building on its 2‑3 day delivery infrastructure, expanded international express reach, and an integrated omni‑channel supply chain network to compete in the era of seamless cross‑border e‑commerce.