Tag: retail

E-commerce in Arkansas (OPINION)

The fate of Arkansas economy is tied to the success or failure of two major retailers, and outside e-commerce disruption is one of its biggest threats.

SUPPLY SIDE: Skosay aims to bridge gap between brands, consumers

The Fayetteville-based startup helps consumer product companies track who gets their samples and understand their reactions.

SUPPLY SIDE: Holiday promotions raise risk for post-audit claims against suppliers

Lowered prices can present payment conflict between retailers and suppliers.

SUPPLY SIDE: Soft drinks companies invest in healthier beverages, Black Friday success at Walmart

PepsiCo will acquire sparkling probiotic drink maker KeVita, in a deal reported to total about $200 million.

Hurts Donut Co. inks deal in University Village Centre

The Springfield, Mo.-based chain has signed a five-year lease to be a tenant in the south Fayetteville shopping center.

Lewis & Clark outgrows stores, expands womens cycling brand

A $450,000 project will add about 2,400 square feet to the Springdale store, adding storage and accommodating growth of the womens bicycle line, Liv.

Tyson Foods incoming CEO Tom Hayes rose quickly through the ranks

Tyson Foods is preparing for a management shift and its only the second time in the companys long history where the incoming CEO is not a veteran employee of the Springdale-based meat giant.

New CEO named for Tyson Foods, company ends fiscal year with 45% income jump

Tyson Foods ended its fiscal year with net income of $1.768 billion, 45% more than the previous fiscal year, thanks in part to lower grain costs, better margins in the chicken segment and continued success with its prepared foods business.

Marketplaces offer opportunities, threats to Wal-Mart suppliers

The retailer is now working with e-commerce companies like Wayfair, eBags, Took King and Zulilly to ramp up its Marketplace game.

Private label stagnation could be sparked with product diversification

After outpacing consumer packaged goods industry averages for several years, private label dollar sales growth declined during the past two years and unit sales lagged, data show.

Report: Walmart leads retailers in effective chemical policies

A Washington, D.C.-based environmental action group found Wal-Mart Stores and Sams Club are leading the way in efforts to eliminate toxic chemicals with strong policies and demands from their supplier bases.

Walmart Museum adds new exhibits

New permanent exhibits include the front door from Wal-Mart Stores founder Sam Waltons first Ben Franklin store in Newport, a jewelry safe once used in the Walmart Supercenter on West Walnut Street in Rogers, and a copy of Waltons flight book and visor.