Shoppers go back to stores, but retailers face challenges
With more people getting vaccinated and dropping their face masks, retailers from Walmart to Macy's are seeing an eager return to their stores after more than a year of their customers migrating online during the pandemic.
Boston Celtics co-owner says Inflation isn't good for anyone
Bain Capital Co-Chair and Boston Celtics co-owner Steve Pagliuca discusses inflation fears and Dogecoin's rise in popularity.
Planning to buy a car Memorial Day weekend? It's a better time to sell, experts say
Dealerships will likely scoop up unwanted cars due to the fact that inventory levels are falling all while the demand for used cars has increased, according to the digital automotive marketplace.
Are higher wages leading to replacing humans?
The King's College of Manhattan Economics Prof. Brian Brenberg and Bolvin Wealth Management Group President Gina Bolvin on the state of the economy.
Amazon’s Jeff Bezos to officially step down in July, Andy Jassy to become CEO
Amazon's Jeff Bezo will officially hand over his CEO duties to Andy Jassy in early July.
Stock futures rise with retail earnings on tap
Investors will digest earnings from Dick's Sporting Goods and Nvidia.
Ikea recalls nearly 160,000 plates, bowls, mugs due burn hazards
The dishware – made from PLA (polylactic acid or polylactide) material from renewable sources – was sold in a variety of colors, including yellow, pink and blue.
AutoNation's new Texas store kicks off national expansion
According to the automotive retailer, AutoNation USA San Antonio is one of five new stores that will open in 2021. Meanwhile, an additional 12 AutoNation USA stores will open in 2022. The company is aiming to have a total of 130 AutoNation USA stores open across the country by the end of 2026.
Sneaky! Converse accused of stealing rejected intern’s shoe designs
A Florida designer has claimed Converse stole her sneaker design after noticing their new line bore an uncanny resemblance to prototypes she submitted on a rejected internship application two years back. A video posted Saturday detailing the alleged shoe theft currently now boasts 9.1 million views on TikTok.
Etsy extends weapons ban to include gun parts, accessories
The global online marketplace has long prohibited the sale of weapons, including guns and most gun parts although it is now "expanding this enforcement."
Are vaccinated Americans powering the economy? Not yet, data show
Those who are vaccinated still remain hesitant to go out and spend, while those who are unvaccinated, surprisingly, are much more risk tolerant and are out spending, driving the U.S. economy.
Amazon officially drops mask mandates for warehouse workers
Unless required by state or local laws, any Amazon employee who is two weeks past their final required dose of the COVID-19 vaccine is allowed to stop covering up.
Costco earnings, Bitcoin and Biden’s budget top week ahead
Wall Street's week ahead includes Costco earnings, more Bitcoin volatility and a fresh read on US GDP.
New face-mask rules put grocery workers back at center of debate
Some workers say the end of mask mandates has put them in a new position of having to explain their employers' mask policies, manage anxious shoppers and assess whether unmasked customers are indeed vaccinated, all while potentially risking their own health.
Amazon halts construction at Connecticut site after 7th ‘noose’ found
The first six were discovered at the work site during the last week of April.
Gyms see membership increase as COVID restrictions ease
Crunch Franchise CEO Ben Midgley discusses fitness center reopenings and how the industry is bouncing back as COVID restrictions ease.
Target, Whole Foods, ShopRite and other retailers look to upgrade their store brands
Many of the nation's biggest retailers are seeking to accomplish a delicate balancing act, projecting upscale charm and a healthier lifestyle, while keeping the budget-friendly prices.
'Draconian methods' harmed small business recovery: Rep. Gimenez
Florida Rep. Carlos Gimenez argues 'Draconian' COVID lockdowns and measures hurt small business recovery.
Ace Hardware benefitting from housing boom
Ace Hardware CEO John Venhuizen provides insight into how home improvement will 'stick' around after the coronavirus pandemic.
Grocery, retail union blasts CEOs for lifting mask policies saying workers still facing 'daily COVID risks'
The United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) represents 1.3 million food and retail employees including those working at Kroger, CVS, Albertsons and Macys.



















