Biden increasing minimum wage would ‘make the situation much worse’ for small businesses: Puzder
Andy Puzder on calls for minimum wage increase.
Deal ends weeklong strike at largest US produce market
A weeklong strike at the nation’s largest wholesale produce market ended Saturday after workers overwhelmingly approved a deal that includes their largest pay increase in decades and more money for health coverage.
Godiva closing all its US chocolate shops as pandemic slumps sales
Belgian chocolatier Godiva will sell or close all 128 of its North American shops within the next few months, the company said this week.
Indoor dining gets OK in big cities – just after Trump leaves office
Several U.S. cities and states have announced plans to lift restrictions on indoor dining at bars and restaurants – in moves that come less than week after a change at the White House.
Woman who made Bernie Sanders' viral inauguration mittens says she's out of stock
The Vermont elementary school teacher who crafted them out of recycled wool is completely sold out.
Coronavirus pandemic a 'boon' to sales: Manufacturing CEO
Gerri Willis reports in Sherill, New York.
Purell maker bets demand will outlast coronavirus pandemic
The company behind Purell hand sanitizer is making a big bet that America’s fixation on clean hands will outlast the global Covid-19 health crisis. Purell Maker Bets Against a Post-Pandemic Collapse
Walmart expands vaccinations in boost to US COVID-19 program
The move from the world’s largest retailer comes as U.S. President Joe Biden races to accelerate a frustratingly slow vaccination campaign.
Dunkin’ testing salads, other health foods from trendy startup at select locations
Dunkin’ is trying something completely new, and it’s going to be green.
Boston Market plans to open two restaurants per week: report
Get ready for more Boston Market.
Intel caps off difficult year with record sales
Intel Corp., posted record annual revenue but held off on providing a full-year forecast for this year ahead of the arrival of a new chief executive at a time the semiconductor giant looks to fend off competitive pressures and rebuild its technological leadership.
Starbucks, Microsoft, Costco to help Washington’s vaccine distribution
Washington is working with private companies based in the state to help accelerate its coronavirus vaccine distribution plan.
Checkers and Rally's to debut new look in summer 2021
Fast-food joints are headed to the future.
What does a Biden admin mean for the future of small businesses?
Small business owners on pandemic, Biden
Walmart CEO and others support federal minimum wage hike
Walmart's CEO and others support a higher minimum wage but it’s unclear how high.
Walgreens, CVS defend COVID-19 vaccine rollout after NJ Gov. Murphy criticizes slow distribution
Both companies were tapped by the U.S. Department of Health and Senior Services to administer vaccinations to the high-priority populations ahead of the general public in order to stem the spread of the virus.
Pandemic-driven cleaning routines boost P&G sales forecast again
The company’s shares rose 1% before the opening bell after the Cincinnati-based conglomerate also said it would buy back up to $10 billion worth of shares in fiscal 2021, compared to $7 billion to $9 billion it expected earlier.
Costco tests curbside pickup through Instacart at these locations
It looks like Costco is offering curbside pickup after all -- at least in a few locations.
Friendly's sale to restaurant group finalized
Friendly’s isn’t going anywhere.
Gwyneth Paltrow's 'vagina' candle explodes in UK woman's home: report
This Gwyneth Paltrow candle didn’t pass the smell test, according to a report.



















