COMPANIES

Instacart to pay $60 million in consumer refunds after the FTC accused the company of misleading shoppers, including falsely advertised 'free delivery' claims.

Two families sued Meta over their teenage sons' suicides they say were linked to Instagram sextortion schemes, claiming the platform failed to protect minors from adult predators.

Olive Garden will roll out lighter portion entrées nationwide in January after successful testing showed a double-digit boost in affordability perceptions.

Southwest Airlines CEO Bob Jordan reportedly said the carrier is pursuing its own airport lounge network as part of an effort to compete for premium travelers.

Costco smashed holiday sales records with 358,000 whole pizzas sold on Halloween and $250 million in Black Friday online orders, driving stronger-than-expected Q1 earnings.

Coca-Cola named Henrique Braun as its new CEO, effective March 2026, replacing James Quincey, who will transition to executive chairman after nine years.

America's AI dominance depends on winning the energy race against China, with natural gas as the key fuel to power massive data centers nationwide, energy expert says.

Electric vehicle market faces natural demand test without tax incentives, as consumers cite high prices and battery repair costs as major purchase barriers.

Crayola-branded pip-Cubes magnetic building sets were recalled after loose magnets posed a serious injury risk to children. About 9,400 of the sets were affected.

Dollar General plans to open roughly 450 new U.S. stores in 2026 as the discount retailer continues expanding, particularly in rural markets.

Alex Karp said Americans have lost trust in major institutions because business leaders get bailed out after making "stupid decisions" while ordinary people "get nothing."

In-N-Out is planning to open four Tennessee locations in Lebanon, Antioch, Murfreesboro and Franklin as part of its ongoing national expansion.