Victoria's Secret launches new gym wear competing with Lululemon, American Eagle
Victoria’s Secret is leaning into gym wear in a move to compete with the likes of Lululemon and American Eagle.
Newsom-owned San Francisco wine shop targeted by would-be thieves, storefront window smashed
Would-be thieves smashed the window of a wine shop founded by Gov. Gavin Newsom this week, the most recent break-in attempt in a string of attacks on the store.
Ford cruises by chip shortage, boosts outlook
Ford Motor Co. revved up surprise second-quarter profits this year – powered by climbing pickup and SUV prices even as a global computer chip shortage forced it to pump the brakes on production.
Walmart investing nearly $1B to cover tuition, book costs for US employees
Starting on Aug. 16, the Arkansas-based retailer will drop its $1 a day fee for Walmart and Sam's Club associates who are part of the company's Live Better U (LBU) education program.
Big Tech, growth stocks up while consumer discretionary sector's down
George Seay, founder of Annandale Capital, and Danielle DiMartino Booth, CEO of Quill Intelligence LLC, on the stock market.
Less is more: 'Shrinkflation' hits grocery stores as companies reduce product sizes amid rising costs
Americans are getting less for what they pay for at the grocery store as companies are shrinking their packaging to save money amid rising costs.
Amazon denies report of accepting bitcoin as payment
Amazon.com Inc on Monday denied a media report saying the e-commerce giant was looking to accept bitcoin payments by the end of the year.
Kosher authority weighs-in on Ben & Jerry's Israel controversy
Jewish religious groups are hoping to use their own muscle, mainly through buying power, to change Ben & Jerry's corporate mind.
Toymaker Hasbro raising prices ahead of holiday crunch
Hasbro, Inc. says they will raise prices in the third quarter, ahead of the holiday buying binge that comes at the end of the year.
Tobacco-maker Philip Morris to end selling traditional cigarettes in UK over next 10 years
A major cigarette company has announced its intention to end sales in the United Kingdom in 10 years’ time.
Williams-Sonoma CEO discusses the return of the commercial market
Laura Alber joins 'Barron's Roundtable' to discuss how the pandemic sales boom is affecting the brands she oversees
Leisure travel is picking up
Barron's Roundtable associate editor Andrew Bary joins Jack Otter to discuss how the market is responding to COVID regulations letting up
Costco opens new warehouses in 3 states -- with more to come
Costco opened new locations in Murfreesboro, Tennessee; Little Rock, Arkansas; and Moore, Oklahoma, this week.
Amazon looking to hire cryptocurrency guru
Amazon is looking to hire someone who can develop their digital currency and blockchain strategy.
Walmart, Hobby Lobby among retailers accused of mimicking Crocs foam clogs
Over 20 companies – including namesakes such as Walmart and Hobby Lobby – are accused of trademark infringement.
How much more will your Oreos cost? Companies test price increases
American companies are starting to test the extent of their pricing power.
Florida Gov. DeSantis weighs in on Ben & Jerry’s Israel boycott, requests state action
Florida’s Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday put out a warning to Ben & Jerry’s, and their parent company Unilver, over a decision to boycott the West Bank.
Costco, Uber partner for same-day delivery — but only in this state
Costco has launched a pilot program with Uber to offer same-day delivery on groceries at several warehouses across Texas.
Walmart to offer free health screenings to customers nationwide
As part of its Walmart Wellness Day, more than 4,700 Walmart pharmacies will offer free glucose, cholesterol, blood pressure, body mass index and vision screenings.
Furniture repurposing company sees record sales during pandemic
Owner of 'Mama's Happy' Amanda Ficek discusses how her company had its most profitable year during the COVID pandemic.