Retail return fraud running rampant, viral TikToks show
TikTokers have taken to the platform to tell their stories as alleged return fraud victims, including one who claimed she received a can of tuna in place of a Dolce & Gabbana ashtray.
Taylor Swift's $695 jeans she wore to Super Bowl 2024 sell out online
Taylor Swift was seen at Super Bowl 2024 wearing a pair of jeans designed by the New York-based brand, Area. The denim pants, priced at $695, are currently sold out online.
Valentine's Day spending expected to hit nearly $26B
Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching. Many U.S. consumers have plans to use the holiday – and their wallets – to show how much their loved ones mean to them.
Texas Molson Coors brewery workers prepare to strike, potentially impacting several major beverage brands
More than 400 workers are preparing to walk off the job from a Texas brewery after they say negotiations for higher pay, and benefits have stalled.
Bass Pro Shops doubles down with Super Bowl and Daytona 500 ad
Bass Pro Shops is making its $7 million investment in a Super Bowl ad for its Tracker boats go further by planning to feature it during the Daytona 500 race next Sunday.
Build-A-Bear Workshop shocks with 'After Dark' collection of adults-only stuffed animals
Build-A-Bear Workshop has left some people scratching their heads with an "After Dark" collection of 18-or-older stuffed animals for Valentine's Day.
Frigidaire recalling nearly 400K refrigerators because plastic can break off into ice bucket
Electrolux, Frigidaire’s parent company, has received 343 reports of plastic breaking off into the ice bucket and two reports of consumers being cut by the plastic or hurt after ingesting it.
Inflation is going to 'continue to be stubborn,' says Sean O'Hara
Pacer ETFs Distributors President Sean O'Hara on earnings season, the Federal Reserve's handling of rate cuts as well as the upcoming CPI and PPI reports.
Former Apple exec introduces new AI-powered glasses
Sinapore-based Brilliant Labs unveiled its new "Frame" augmented reality glasses product, which comes with a suite of AI-powered features, including realtime web search.
Michigan Popeyes cited for violating child labor laws due to teens working during school hours
A Michigan Popeyes location was fined $48,000 by the Labor Department for violating federal labor laws by employing teenage workers during school hours.
CVS exec wants workplace change following expose about pharmacist who collapsed on job and died
CVS Chief Pharmacy Officer Prem Shah said the company is making investments to create a positive work environment after a USA Today article exposed the death of a pharmacist.
Costco CFO Richard Galanti to step down after nearly 4 decades as finance chief
Costco CFO Richard Galanti will soon step down after serving for nearly 40 years as finance chief. He often shared interesting tidbits about the retailer during earnings calls.
Carhartt’s ‘authenticity’ has resonated with other generations: Susan Hennike
Carhartt Chief Brand Officer Susan Hennike joins ‘Varney & Co.’ to discuss how the over 100-year-old company became a ‘luxury brand’ with younger generations.
Retailers sound alarm over shipping delays, price spikes
According to the NRF CEO, "disruption and uncertainty" loom over the retail industry as it readies for potential shipping delays and price spikes due to the Red Sea Houthi attacks.
DC supermarkets turn to high-tech security gates as crime continues to surge
Two Safeway stores in Washington, D.C. have installed new security gates near self-checkout that require customers to scan a receipt before exiting the store.
Shipping solution needed 'as quickly as possible' to avoid retail 'disruption': Matt Shay
National Retail Federation CEO Matt Shay explains how it's hard to negotiate in an environment of 'uncertainty.'
Estee Lauder to lay off up to 5% of workforce
Cosmetics company Estee Lauder announced on Monday that it plans to cut up to 5% of its global workforce in a move that is expected to affect up to 3,000 jobs.
Costco customer uses price tag misprint to send a political message, goes viral
A Canadian woman posted a video to TikTok of two packages of chicken drumsticks listed at more than $200. The video has gone viral, with shoppers chiming in
Bissell issues recall for 150,000 vacuum cleaners over possible fire hazard
Floor care company Bissell has recalled about 150,000 cordless vacuum units over a fire hazard safety risk caused by malfunctioning battery packs that can smoke and overheat.
Walmart CEO shares how retail giant helps employees ‘excel in their career,’ work their way up to six figures
Walmart U.S. CEO John Furner shares opportunities the retailer provides for hourly associates and managers to flourish in their career even without a college degree.