US retail metrics staying the course this year

February 19, 2026

A new forecast predicts projections for U.S. retail metrics will stay the course through 2026 with a possible minimal rise in the first half of the year.

E-commerce orders enjoyed big jump in 2025

February 19, 2026

E-commerce orders across all channels in the U.S. grew 147% year over year in 2025 and the top 5% of brands drove the majority of that growth.

Eddie Bauer files for bankruptcy

February 18, 2026

Eddie Bauer, a retail sportswear company, has filed for bankruptcy driven by a shift in consumer preferences.

Target investing in store labor amidst job cuts at centers, offices

February 16, 2026

Target will invest more in store labor to boost the customer experience while trimming back about 500 jobs within its distribution centers and regional offices.

1-800-Flowers.com joins Instacart app

February 12, 2026

1-800-Flowers.com has joined the Instacart app, providing delivery from more than 700 participating florists across the 1-800-Flowers.com network.

Balea, Zebra launch Cosmic Machine Vision

February 10, 2026

Balea and Zebra have launched an intelligent vision solution called the Cosmic Machine Vision.

The potential impact of Walmart's ChatGPT shopping strategy

by Judy Mottl — Editor, RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com

The world's largest retailer is expanding its AI use via ChatGPT. But there are questions on how the shopping channel will be received by consumers.

Amazon chief: Tariff costs creeping into prices

January 28, 2026

Amazon CEO Andy Jassy said the tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump since the start of 2025, and now extending in to 2026, have begun to "creep" in Amazon…

The art of retail storytelling: Elevating hospitality through meaningful experiences

Explore how storytelling is reshaping the retail experience by turning stores into meaningful, hospitality-driven destinations.

The endless aisle gets smarter: 5 predictions that will shape retail in 2026

by Bennett Carroccio — SVP, Rokt Catalog, Rokt, Rokt Catalog

The endless aisle isn’t disappearing but it is getting smarter, more intentional, and more aligned with how people actually shop.

Hanna Andersson hires Kacey Sharrett as chief digital officer

January 12, 2026

Kacey Sharrett has been name chief digital officer at Hanna Andersson, a children's apparel brand.

New year will bring new features, store revamps at Target

January 2, 2026

Target plans to revamp stores and deploy new technology in 2026.

Amazon developing ‘rush’ pickup option

December 17, 2025

Amazon reportedly is developing a in-store pickup option that would let shoppers get an ordered item at an Amazon-owned store within an hour.

Optimax Eyewear Group launches multi-brand e-commerce platform

December 5, 2025

Optimax Eyewear Group has launched OTTICA.com, a luxury e-commerce website designed to redefine the high-end eyewear shopping experience.

Most online shoppers feel anxious after clicking buy button

December 3, 2025

Two-thirds of online shoppers feel anxious after they click the buy button.

Amazon welcomes Ford used cars to Amazon Autos portal

November 28, 2025

Amazon.com and Ford Motor Co. have partnered to sell certified used Ford vehicles on Amazon's site.

Old Navy arrives on DoorDash

November 26, 2025

Old Navy and DoorDash are partnering to offer Old Navy on the third-party delivery platform.

Kroger shuttering automated delivery fulfillment centers, expanding third-party delivery

November 24, 2025

Kroger is closing three automated delivery fulfillment centers it runs with Ocado, a British online supermarket and tech company.

Walmart, OpenAI team on AI-first shopping experiences

October 17, 2025

Walmart is partnering with OpenAI to create a first-AI shopping experience that will allow customers and members to complete purchases from Walmart directly…

Consumers embracing AI to save time, find deals

October 15, 2025

The U.S. consumer is embracing AI for everyday benefits, from saving time to finding better deals and making smarter decisions.