Trump administration sets 10% to 12.5% tariffs on over 80 countries

July 24, 2026

The Trump administration has set tariffs, averaging about 10% to 12.5%, on over 80 countries.

Tariff timeline: White House actions, declarations, reversals

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

Given the tariff impact to the retail industry RetailCustomerExperience is keeping a timeline of tariff pronouncements.

No food court, samples or toilet paper. Just gas at a California Costco

July 24, 2026

Costco is launching gas-only locations. That's right. No toilet paper, no $1.50 hotdog, no pharmacy.

Ulta Beauty taps Kelly Garcia as CTO

July 24, 2026

Ulta Beauty has named Kelly Garcia as its chief technology officer effective August 31.

Retail sales climb once again

July 23, 2026

Retail sales climbed for the ninth month in a row, according to a CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor report, as positive factors successfully battled again economy…

Target rolls out back-to-school lineup

July 23, 2026

Target has rolled out its back-to-school and college product lineup and more than half of the assortment is brand new items.

Driving grocery customer loyalty with logistics automation

by Adam Gurga — Director of Sales, Cimcorp North America

Retailers that invest in modern fulfillment solutions are building the foundations for stronger supply chain networks and stronger relationships with customers.

Beauty retailer deploys AI kiosks for international customers

July 22, 2026

CJ Olive Young, South Korea's largest health and beauty retailer, is deploying artificial intelligence-powered kiosks in its stores to improve the shopping…

Proposal would require self-checkout discounts

July 22, 2026

A New York state lawmaker has proposed requiring retailers and supermarkets to give customers a 10% discount when they use self-checkout kiosks, according to a…

Back-to-school shopping on record-hitting track despite consumers seeking best deals

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

Big spending expected in the back-to-school retail shopping season but consumers are feeling pressure.

Busy Baby Vending machine launches in UK

July 21, 2026

A Dundee, Scotland, entrepreneur has launched what she believes is the U.K.'s first vending machine dedicated to baby essentials, according to a Yahoo News…

Dolly’s Tennessean Travel Stop opens for business

July 21, 2026

The official opening of the Dolly's Tennessean Travel Stop drew hundreds of Dolly Parton fans and kicked off a week-long celebration of entertainment, special…

Import cargo may set new record as potential August tariffs loom

July 21, 2026

Import volume at major U.S. container ports is forecast to hit a new all-time record this month, driven by retailers stocking up ahead of expected tariff…

National Retail Solutions (NRS) Employees Roll Up Their Sleeves for Company Blood Drive at Newark Headquarters

National Retail Solutions (NRS), a leading provider of point-of-sale (POS) solutions for independent retailers, hosted an employee blood drive at its Newark…

Midway Sports debuts Miami store

July 20, 2026

Midway Sports, an athletic apparel and footwear retailer, has opened a store at River Landing, near downtown Miami.

Barnes & Noble opens 3rd location in Chicagoland

July 20, 2026

Bookseller Barnes & Noble has opened another Chicagoland store, its third in Illinois, and will open its fourth later this summer.

In retail, automation isn’t the problem. Untested customer journeys are.

by Mark Rohan — Co-founder and COO, Klearcom

In retail, trust is built during the full customer journey, not during just the AI interaction. That’s why monitoring needs to become as central to contact…

Aldi eyes Colorado expansion

July 20, 2026

Supermarket discount brand Aldi is reportedly looking into launching two Denver, Colorado, stores.

Why Product Longevity Matters in Retail Technology

Product longevity helps retailers create a stronger foundation for long term operational success. This blog explores how durable technology, stable system…

The Influence of AI in Sustainable Retail Operations

Artificial intelligence is helping retailers strengthen sustainable operations through smarter decision making. This blog explores how AI improves demand…