1/23/2026 For nearly a year, U.S. businesses and consumers have been adjusting to changes in tariff policy.
1/16/2026 The Federal Reserve’s interest rate policy balances its desire to maintain a robust economy and full employment with its desire to limit inflation.
12/23/2025 Recently, I turned to an AI shopping assistant to help me find a backpack for my son.
12/15/2025 Retail is entering a new chapter.
12/11/2025 Today’s retail landscape continues to evolve.
12/5/2025 For decades, Black Friday and Cyber Monday have defined the retail calendar.
12/4/2025 For years, analysts predicted that malls would fade into history. But new consumer data suggests the opposite. The American mall is adapting, not disappearing, as shoppers seek experiences that online retail cannot provide.
11/26/2025 Entering 2026, a handful of trends rise above the rest.
11/18/2025 Retailers are expanding again with a sharper focus on performance.
11/17/2025 The retail sector has always been about movement, with new stores opening, existing ones being reset or remodeled, and shelves constantly changing with the seasons and consumer trends.
11/13/2025 Cyber threats rise sharply during the holiday rush, when retailers are onboarding more people and processing more transactions than at any other time of year. Short-term seasonal hires may require credentials to access payment systems, inventory platforms, or customer support tools.
11/11/2025 Data from the 2024 holiday rush paints a clear picture for how retailers can expect this peak season to play out. From earlier buying patterns to shifting delivery expectations, here's what merchants should be ready for.
