Policy uncertainty fueled by U.S. "Liberation Day" tariffs weakened retail momentum through Q2 and Q3, before conditions leveled out as tariffs eased late in the year.

The manufacturer is not alone in tallying the cost of adjusting to slower-than-expected EV sales.

Although platinum is more expensive than silver per ounce, Pandora said it will plate platinum over an alloy, which would make it cheaper to use.

The combined cost of the five most popular Valentine's Day gifts has risen from $512 in 2016 to $744 in 2026, including a 236% increase in the average cost of a box of chocolates.

Higher-income households continued to see their purchasing power climb, even as middle- and lower-income consumers have remained far more cautious.

The omnichannel winners of the next decade will build architectures that are simple, flexible and explainable.

Supply chain leaders treat inventory as a shared network asset, rather than siloed by channel or region.

Many brands focus on visible consumer-facing initiatives. But it's really at the supply chain level where a brand is going to have the greatest impact

Sales volume data reflect what was actually sold, not the potential volume if shopper needs were fully met.

Global retailers such as Sephora and Nordstrom, along with omnichannel giants like Target and Walmart, are forging a new comprehensive path to unified post-purchase fulfillment.