The great retail smokescreen

A summary of NRF 2026 that nobody asked for — but the industry needs. Written one month after the show, when the applause has faded and the data has settled.

The future of luxury retail

On April 10, Journal du Luxe and Valtech hosted a LinkedIn Live session exploring the future of luxury retail.

Complexity commerce: Retail’s new advantage

Modern consumers defy categorization. They show fierce brand loyalty while eagerly trying competitors. They champion sustainability while filling carts with fast fashion. They demand premium experiences while ruthlessly comparison shopping.