Back-to-school retail trends are shifting again in 2026 as families shop earlier, spend more, use AI tools, and bring kids deeper into the buying journey. For ecommerce brands, the season is a test of inventory planning, retail compliance, fulfillment speed, and customer experience before holiday demand arrives.
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