AI is transforming retail marketing by turning messy data into connected brand experiences across search, stores, and digital channels. Leaders from Google and Hershey share how agentic systems personalize creative, speed planning, and keep messaging consistent wherever shoppers engage.
A deep dive into how digital payments are reshaping financial stability and cash flow for construction firms in 2026.
Agentic commerce is shifting retail from AI recommendations to autonomous buying. Learn how leaders must prepare with machine ready product data, accurate pricing and inventory, clear governance, and APIs that keep trust, accountability, and margins intact as AI agents make decisions.
Walmart achieved a historic $1 trillion market capitalization amid strong e-commerce growth, technology investments, and omnichannel retail strategy, marking a milestone for traditional retailers.
Digital in-store media is turning grocery aisles into one of retail’s most precise, measurable advertising channels by combining smart screens, contextual placement, and privacy-safe sales measurement.
Retailers face a critical juncture in 2026 as AI investments surge and omnichannel integration struggles. Success hinges on operational discipline, agentic AI deployment, and overcoming technical debt in a $30 trillion market where over 80% of sales remain in physical stores.
AI is transforming retail marketing by turning messy data into connected brand experiences across search, stores, and digital channels. Leaders from Google and Hershey share how agentic systems personalize creative, speed planning, and keep messaging consistent wherever shoppers engage.
Agentic commerce is shifting retail from AI recommendations to autonomous buying. Learn how leaders must prepare with machine ready product data, accurate pricing and inventory, clear governance, and APIs that keep trust, accountability, and margins intact as AI agents make decisions.
Target’s evolution in eCommerce and fulfillment highlights a strategic shift toward precision, speed, and AI-powered personalization. This article explores how Target’s innovations redefine omnichannel retail and offer valuable lessons across retail categories.
Gen Z and Gen Alpha are reshaping fashion retail through fluid, digital-native shopping behaviors and high expectations for personalized, immersive experiences powered by AI and ecosystem design. Brands must evolve quickly to stay relevant by 2030.
A deep dive into how digital payments are reshaping financial stability and cash flow for construction firms in 2026.
Discover how clienteling and next-gen retail technologies are transforming physical stores into personalized, efficient, and human-centric shopping destinations. Explore strategies and innovations shaping retail success in 2026 and beyond.
AI is reshaping retail media, brand storytelling, and omnichannel execution by turning structured data into personalized, scalable consumer experiences.
OpenAI signals a shift toward advertising on free ChatGPT access, raising new questions about trust, monetization, and the future of AI platforms.
New Numerator data shows consumers planning Valentine’s Day celebrations in 2026 are prioritizing affordability, small gifts, and shared experiences amid ongoing economic caution.
Consumer sentiment in the United States showed an uptick in February 2026, reaching its highest level since August 2025, though households remain wary of persistent price pressures and job market risks.
Goodwill Industries posted record revenue in 2025 and plans to open 100 new stores in 2026 as both physical retail and resale e-commerce continue to grow.
Instacart's expanded partnership with Allegiance Retail Services empowers over 125 independent supermarkets with unified e-commerce, in-store AI technology, and loyalty integrations to create a seamless omnichannel grocery shopping experience.
New research finds that AI agents can infer and exhibit human-like altruistic tendencies by learning from real human decision-making across cultural contexts.
Arkansas entrepreneurs gain structured pathways to scale consumer products into major retail channels through the Ozark Retail Accelerator.
Ozark Retail Accelerator helps Arkansas CPG founders scale from local sales to major retailers like Walmart, Sam’s Club, and Kroger. Learn packaging, pricing, trade math, working capital, and buyer pitching, plus key dates for the Bentonville kickoff, virtual cohort, and demo day.
As AI adoption accelerates, individuals can build skills now while leaders turn experimentation into strategy through hands-on use, innovation councils, and clear direction.
Amazon Ring’s Super Bowl ad is facing criticism from privacy advocates who warn the smart doorbell brand’s messaging downplays concerns around surveillance technology and consumer data.
BMW issues a global vehicle recall over potential starter-related fire risks, impacting hundreds of thousands of cars across key markets.
A new reciprocal trade agreement between the United States and Bangladesh reduces import tariffs and expands market access, reshaping supply chain dynamics for apparel and industrial goods.
Following a $40 billion bitcoin mis-distribution by Bithumb, South Korean regulators are accelerating plans for stronger crypto market regulation and investor protections.
Kraft Heinz halts plans to separate its business units, with CEO Steve Cahillane citing fixable operational challenges and a renewed focus on performance, margins, and long-term shareholder value.
Ford posts an $8.2 billion net loss in 2025, driven largely by a $4.8 billion EV division deficit, marking its worst financial performance since the 2008 recession.
Toyota confirms its 2027 Highlander will be a fully electric, three-row SUV, marking a major expansion of the brand’s EV lineup.
Pepsi’s Super Bowl polar bear campaign shows how brands can turn a single broadcast moment into a multi-channel marketing strategy with extended cultural impact.
Amazon Ring’s Super Bowl ad is facing criticism from privacy advocates who warn the smart doorbell brand’s messaging downplays concerns around surveillance technology and consumer data.
Ford posts an $8.2 billion net loss in 2025, driven largely by a $4.8 billion EV division deficit, marking its worst financial performance since the 2008 recession.
Discover how clienteling and next-gen retail technologies are transforming physical stores into personalized, efficient, and human-centric shopping destinations. Explore strategies and innovations shaping retail success in 2026 and beyond.
Target appoints new operating and merchandising leaders while cutting hundreds of roles, signaling a broader effort to streamline operations and reset growth strategy.
AI is reshaping retail media, brand storytelling, and omnichannel execution by turning structured data into personalized, scalable consumer experiences.
Aritzia’s partnership with Nedap introduces real-time item-level inventory visibility, enhancing unified commerce and client service across all retail channels.
Nordstrom celebrates its 125th anniversary with a capsule collection, enhanced loyalty perks, and a special 125-page catalog for shoppers.
OpenAI signals a shift toward advertising on free ChatGPT access, raising new questions about trust, monetization, and the future of AI platforms.
New Numerator data shows consumers planning Valentine’s Day celebrations in 2026 are prioritizing affordability, small gifts, and shared experiences amid ongoing economic caution.
Kroger has appointed former Walmart U.S. CEO Greg Foran as its new chief executive following the departure of longtime leader Rodney McMullen.
U.S. coin dealers are curtailing how much gold and silver they buy from customers as a surge of sellers overwhelms inventories and refineries can’t keep up with processing demand.
Consumer sentiment in the United States showed an uptick in February 2026, reaching its highest level since August 2025, though households remain wary of persistent price pressures and job market risks.
Arkansas entrepreneurs gain structured pathways to scale consumer products into major retail channels through the Ozark Retail Accelerator.
Ozark Retail Accelerator helps Arkansas CPG founders scale from local sales to major retailers like Walmart, Sam’s Club, and Kroger. Learn packaging, pricing, trade math, working capital, and buyer pitching, plus key dates for the Bentonville kickoff, virtual cohort, and demo day.
Jennifer Garner-backed Once Upon a Farm is planning a $764 million IPO, signaling momentum in health-driven consumer brands and a recovering IPO market.
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A deep dive into how digital payments are reshaping financial stability and cash flow for construction firms in 2026.
Kraft Heinz halts plans to separate its business units, with CEO Steve Cahillane citing fixable operational challenges and a renewed focus on performance, margins, and long-term shareholder value.
BMW issues a global vehicle recall over potential starter-related fire risks, impacting hundreds of thousands of cars across key markets.
Aritzia’s partnership with Nedap introduces real-time item-level inventory visibility, enhancing unified commerce and client service across all retail channels.
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.
General Mills and Walmart are accelerating regenerative agriculture efforts across U.S. farmland through grassroots partnerships and sustainability investments.
How local business owners can exit on their terms without losing their legacy. Learn practical succession planning tips, valuation basics, and leadership strategies from buyer operators preserving small businesses and community identity.
In 2026, sustainability, curated experiences, and hybrid retail media strategies will be essential for retailers navigating evolving shopper expectations.
A deep dive into how digital payments are reshaping financial stability and cash flow for construction firms in 2026.
Amazon Ring’s Super Bowl ad is facing criticism from privacy advocates who warn the smart doorbell brand’s messaging downplays concerns around surveillance technology and consumer data.
BMW issues a global vehicle recall over potential starter-related fire risks, impacting hundreds of thousands of cars across key markets.
Ford posts an $8.2 billion net loss in 2025, driven largely by a $4.8 billion EV division deficit, marking its worst financial performance since the 2008 recession.