AI is everywhere in retail conversations, but not every promise matches reality. Where can AI
The Big Picture Retail sales continued to edge higher in June, although the pace slowed a
Retailers are often focused on one number: sales. Sales are important, but they don’t tell the
The Big Picture Inflation remains a concern, with annual inflation reaching 4.2% last month, the highest
Many retailers spend countless hours analyzing sales, margins, and inventory levels, yet one of the most
The Big Picture The retail environment continues to show resilience despite a mixed economic backdrop. U.S.
There’s a growing temptation in retail to believe that if you just plug your data into
The Big Picture U.S. economic indicators are starting to soften. Inflation edged up to an annual