FTC considering 'Click to Cancel' rule in bid to ease pain of ending subscriptions
The Federal Trade Commission is proposing a new "Click to Cancel" rule that would force companies to make it easier for consumers to drop unwanted subscriptions.
As customer problems hit a record high, more people seek ‘revenge’
Consumer anger has tripled since 2020, while more angry customers are seeking revenge and running into problems with services, as companies struggle to hire enough employees.
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.
Bed Bath & Beyond stock nearly doubles on short trading
Bed Bath & Beyond shareholders are watching their stock rise even as bankruptcy looms while Wall Street traders short the stock.
Credit Karma, HomeAdvisor push back after FTC orders both to pay millions
The Federal Trade Commission on Monday ordered Credit Karma and HomeAdvisor to pay millions of dollars for allegedly using deceptive tactics against consumers. Both firms pushed back.
House Republicans call on Biden not to ban gas stoves: ''Nanny state' at its worst'
House Republicans are demanding that the Biden administration cease any effort to ban gas stoves in American homes, after reports floated the idea earlier this week.
Biden White House says it does not support gas stove ban
A White House official said Wednesday that a gas stove ban should not be on the table as U.S. regulators weigh regulations that could reduce harmful emissions from the appliance.
Biden admin official tries to turn down heat, insists he's 'not looking to ban gas stoves' after backlash
The CPSC Chair set the record straight Wednesday on the idea of implementing a ban on all gas stoves, stating there is no ban on the table.
Consumer complaints about credit reporting agencies highlighted in CFPB report
The CFPB released a report regarding consumers' complaints about the nationwide credit reporting agencies and efforts to fix those concerns.
How to tell Amazon to tip your delivery driver $5
Amazon announced the roll-out of a feature on their Alexa-enabled devices which will allow consumers to send a 'thank-you' to their delivery driver.
Plant-based meat sales declining, industry possibly suffering 'perception problem'
Plant-based meat sales declining, industry appears to be suffering from "woke" perception problem, according to report. Just last week Beyond Meat announced it suspended COO Doug Ramsey.
Republicans join Democrats to ratify UN climate treaty that could boost consumer prices
The Senate ratified a United Nations climate treaty Wednesday, binding the U.S. to an agreement to phase out the use of a key chemical found in home appliances.
Underlying energy market conditions could signal pain for consumers this winter and beyond
Energy economists told FOX Business that consumers should expect higher home heating prices this winter and in future years due to the global energy crisis and green policies.
Musk touts oil, no repeat of 2008 housing crisis and more: Tuesday's 5 things to know
Tesla CEO Elon Musk calls for more drilling and exploration of fossil fuels for the immediate future as diesel and heating oil supplies are dangerously low in parts of the U.S.
CDC links ice cream brand to deadly Listeria outbreak
The CDC has linked a Big Olaf Creamery to a Listeria outbreak that has killed one person in Illinois and sickened 22 others, but the company claims nothing has been proven.
Inflation worries American entrepreneurs: survey
Inflation has become the number one concern among entrepreneurs, according to a new survey conducted by Capital One Business.
U.S. Senate votes to move forward with Alvaro Bedoya's nomination to the FTC
The U.S. Senate voted Wednesday to advance to a confirmation vote for President Biden's nominee to the Federal Trade Commission, privacy advocate and Georgetown University law professor Alvaro Bedoya.
US consumer optimism hits decade low
American consumers' optimism has hit its lowest level over the past decade according to a new survey
Best Buy billionaire founder 'feeling really good about the holiday season' despite rising inflation
Best Buy founder Richard Schulze said that he is “feeling really good about the holiday season” despite rising inflation.
Supermarket giant ends in-store butcher service, moves to packaged meat
An Australian supermarket chain, Coles, will no longer offer in-store butcher services for customers, moving entirely to pre-packaged meat.