Macy’s earnings beat Wall Street on less promotion and 'strategic markdowns'
Macy’s beat Wall Street analysts’ predictions for sales and revenue over the fourth quarter and full year 2022.
Dollar Tree profits from raising prices above $1 level
Retailer Dollar Tree beat Wall Street analysts’ expectations in their fourth quarter and fiscal full-year 2022 earnings report after raising price points in stores.
Target CEO gives cautious outlook after sales, profits improve
Target reported an increase in sales and revenue for the fourth quarter but CEO Brian Cornell is not as optimistic about the current environment.
Consumers reported losing nearly $8.8 billion to scams in 2022: FTC
The Federal Trade Commission released data showing that American consumers reported losing $8.8 billion to scammers in 2022, an increase of more than $2 billion from a year ago.
Walmart curbs losses despite company’s ‘cautious’ 2023 outlook
The worlds largest retailer, Walmart, lowered its economic outlook on concerns about margins as consumers shop for bargains in a high inflationary environment.
Wall Street awaits Walmart’s inflation update
Walmart earnings ahead of the opening bell on Wall Street Tuesday expected to be inflation barometer as company calculates consumer staple sales from quarter.
Disney-themed Mickey Mouse, Buzz Lightyear, and other figurines recalled due to choking hazard
A collection of Disney-themed vinyl figurines are being recalled because their detachable body parts pose a choking hazard to children.
How Bed Bath & Beyond sidestepped bankruptcy… for now
Bed Bath & Beyond raising $1 billion, closing store locations in U.S. and Canada, and implementing other cost reductions to elude bankruptcy.
Energy Department proposes tighter efficiency standards for gas, electric stoves and ovens
The Department of Energy on Wednesday proposed new energy efficiency regulations for gas and electric stove appliances, saying it's not a ban.
Bed Bath & Beyond could file for bankruptcy this week
Bed Bath & Beyond reportedly could file bankruptcy as early as this week and is currently looking close more stores.
Where's the beef from? Bipartisan senators call for country of origin labels on beef products
Lawmakers offered the bipartisan American Beef Labeling Act to reinstate mandatory country-of-origin labeling rules for beef products to promote transparency for consumers.
Airline earnings coming in strong, despite rising fares and economic slowdown
Following Delta Air Lines and United Airlines’ earnings reports last week exceeding expectations, JetBlue, Southwest Airlines, and American Airlines will report on Thursday Jan. 26.
FTC proposes rule for nationwide ban on noncompete clauses for workers
The Federal Trade Commission is proposing a nationwide ban on noncompete clauses that restrict employees from working for rival firms or starting competing businesses.
Southwest meltdown: How to get reimbursed for hotels and meals, and find lost luggage
Southwest Airlines customers who were forced to pay for meals and hotel stays, or who lost their luggage, in widespread travel disruptions, may request reimbursements.
When grocery giants merge, consumers benefit
The Federal Trade Commission has an antiquated concept of how business operates and may step in to prevent grocery giant Kroger from buying rival Albertsons.
Consumer group issues alert over BlackRock's woke crusade: 'No regard for American families'
Consumer's Research is warning residents of a dozen states to be wary of massive investment firm BlackRock over its environmental, social and governance (ESG) standards.
Group warns recession is here, energy prices, 2-day Fed meeting and more: Tuesday's 5 things to know
Tuesday morning brings two major housing reports -- May home prices and home sales for June -- as well as reports measuring July consumer confidence.
Republicans introduce bill forcing Biden admin to stop cramming 'woke agenda' upon community banks
A group of House Republicans introduced legislation Wednesday that they said would fight back against President Biden's latest attempts to push his "woke agenda" upon small businesses.
Chocolate lovers are cutting back on sweet treat purchases amid rising prices
Consumers in both the U.S. and Europe are cutting back on chocolate purchases right now amid inflation, according to comments from chocolate company executives and others.
FDA cautions consumers about honey-based products containing hidden drugs marketed for sexual enhancement
Four companies that produce honey-based products marketed for sexual enhancement were warned by the FDA this week about hidden prescription drugs.



















