Top Retail Startups in 2026

Auxly Cannabis Group provides a financial solution to allow their partners to build or expand their cultivation facility while allowing them to maintain autonomy and focus on innovation. In exchange for the financing and ongoing support Cannabis Wheaton receives a small percentage of equity in the streaming partner, as well as the rights to a negotiated cultivation yield. Their model allows their partners to get to market quicker, exceed their growth potential and achieve greater success.

dunnhumby is the world’s leading customer science company. They analyse data and apply insights from more than 660 million shoppers across the globe to create personalised customer experiences in digital, mobile, and retail environments. dunnhumby's strategic process, proprietary insights, and multichannel media capabilities build loyalty with customers to drive competitive advantage and sustained growth for clients. dunnhumby employs nearly 3,000 experts in offices throughout Europe, Asia, Africa, and the Americas and works with a prestigious group of companies including Tesco, The Kroger Co., Coca-Cola, Macy's, Procter & Gamble, and PepsiCo. The company was founded in 1989 and is headquartered in London. It operates as a subsidiary of Tesco Stores, Ltd.

CAKES body designs silicone nipple covers and garment-friendly boob solutions for wear under backless, strapless, and snug-fit outfits. The range includes non-adhesive circles that use body heat to create grip and adhesive options for additional hold, offered in multiple shapes to match necklines. Products use 100% silicone and undergo skin safety and toxicity testing. Sales run through cakesbody.com and retail partners such as Ulta Beauty, with visibility from a Shark Tank appearance. An ambassador program allows creators to earn commission on referrals. The company also donates more than $1 million to women’s health causes.

At Rubick, we are redefining e-commerce with an intelligent, all-in-one product that seamlessly integrates retail, automation, and market intelligence. To revolutionize online commerce by integrating AI, automation, and deep market intelligence into a unified ecosystem. We empower businesses to grow smarter, faster, and without limits.

Talent Scroll is a modern talent acquisition and recruitment company helping businesses find, attract, and hire the right talent faster. We connect ambitious companies with skilled professionals across a wide range of industries and experience levels. Our approach combines personalized recruitment, targeted talent sourcing, and a strong understanding of what both employers and candidates need to build successful, long-term careers. We solve one of the biggest challenges businesses face today: finding the right people at the right time. Instead of relying on a one-size-fits-all hiring process, we focus on understanding each company's requirements, culture, and goals before identifying candidates who are genuinely aligned with the opportunity.

Elovient Software Solutions specializes in crafting cutting-edge software products, custom solutions and digital transformation services.