Retail

Nike Inc. doesn’t have enough sneakers to sell for the holidays. Costco Wholesale Corp. is reimposing limits on paper towel purchases. Prices for artificial Christmas trees have jumped 25% this season.

In each reported case, federal regulators say the infant had suffocated after being placed on their back, side or stomach on the lounger.

The COVID-19 pandemic has caught up with Nike Inc. The sneaker giant’s revenue growth is being limited by supply-chain disruptions that have slowed the production and delivery of shoes and other goods around the world.

Costco is attempting to mitigate a perfect storm of port delays, higher labor and freight costs, and shortages on everything from shipping containers, trucks and drivers to various components, raw materials and ingredients.

The company is slimming down on its seasonal hiring and investing even more in flexible scheduling options, training, pay and benefits for its current team.

Walmart customers purchasing items online can now choose Affirm as a payment method at checkout and apply for a loan. Meanwhile, for in-store purchases, customers can apply for a loan online, pick their desired payment plan and scan a single use barcode at the register.

San Francisco Mayor London Breed and police Chief Bill Scott on Wednesday announced the Organized Retail Crime Initiative, which aims to stem the tide of brazen lawlessness in the city.

The recall covers approximately 76,000 Oceanic Adult Dry Top Snorkels, which the agency is urging customers to stop using and destroy "immediately."

Costco’s warnings to customers is just the latest after the retailer announced a shortage of supplies on its website several weeks ago, noting that some warehouses may have temporary item limits.

"Boomerang" singer and "Dancing with the Stars" competitor JoJo Siwa has embarked on several business ventures including music, movies, television and merchandise.

CVS is rapidly recruiting ahead of flu season and as customer demand for COVID-19 vaccination and testing remains high.

Thanks to the pandemic, a surprising number of consumers are once again devouring books — in print — and Barnes & Noble is cashing in.