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November 21, 2025
 
 
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Caterpillar CEO Joe Creed Brings Heavy Innovation To The CES Keynote Stage
 
Caterpillar CEO Joe Creed Brings Heavy Innovation To The CES Keynote Stage
The Consumer Technology Association (CTA) has announced the expansion of the CES 2026 keynote roster with Caterpillar CEO Joe Creed. Creed will deliver his keynote at 9:00 AM on Wednesday, Jan. 7, in the Palazzo Ballroom at the Venetian.
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The Backroom: Tariffs tee up unique holiday season for retail
 
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The quick change to U.S. tariffs this year resulted in major shifts across the retail industry. Their impact has caused retailers big and small to shift their supply chain strategies and buying habits -- all while dealing with a decline in consumer sentiment. With the holiday season in full swing, these issues are front and center.
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