7-Eleven stores are at the center of a three-way bidding war between the company's management, its founders, and a Canadian convenience store company.
Retail sales, consumer sentiment, and inflation suggest consumers should be ready to buy lots of holiday gifts. But many still want deals.
Dress Barn, A&P, and Borders are just a few chains you may never set foot in again, though some brands are seeing a second act in e-commerce.
Companies have continued to cut jobs in 2024 after a wave of layoffs last year. Meta, Boeing, Google, and Tesla are among those shedding staff.
Months after Costco hiked fees, BJ's said it would raise the cost of its memberships in January, its first hike since 2018.
Taco Bell is offering a new menu with five previously discontinued items, including the Tostada and Gordita Supreme.
The president-elect's proposed tariffs might lead to retailers ordering inventory earlier, adding extra goods to the market for T.J. Maxx.
Red Lobster's new millennial CEO, Damola Adamolekun, said recent changes made to the struggling chain have already had an effect.
Moms want to pamper themselves after having the hardest job there is. From Oura rings to five-figure bracelets, here's what they're buying.
Many chain restaurants are expected to be open on Thanksgiving. Skip cooking and grab a meal from Bob Evans or a Cajun-style turkey from Popeyes.
Patek Philippe watches are highly coveted. To get one on your wrist, you'd need to spend lots of money and become friends with a sales associate.
Williams-Sonoma CEO Laura Alber said the chain has reduced the number of discounts it offers since they can push customers to delay purchases.
McDonald's is preparing to launch its new McValue menu, which is set to include its already popular $5 meal deal.
TGI Friday's went from a casual dining chain generating $2 billion in annual revenues to another victim of the 2024 restaurant bankruptcy wave.
Milan's Via Monte Napoleone has dethroned Fifth Avenue in New York as the most expensive shopping street in the world.
Target's third-quarter results came up short as the company described a shift in consumer spending from "resilient" to "resourceful."
The biggest burgers from McDonald's, Wendy's, Burger King, In-N-Out, and Shake Shack were all different in flavor profiles and price points.
CEO Brian Cornell said the retailer faced "unique challenges and cost pressures" as it cut its guidance for 2024.
Walmart is the latest company to signal price hikes may be on the way if Donald Trump makes good on his tariffs promise.
I took the same grocery list to Walmart and Aldi to see which chain had the better value, prices, and shopping experience ahead of Thanksgiving.
Jesper Brodin, CEO of Ikea's parent company, discusses how global inflation and high interest rates are reshaping consumer spending habits.
Amazon has been working for months on a major AI upgrade to its Alexa digital assistant.
This November, Aldi is stocking shelves with seasonal desserts, Thanksgiving-ready pasta, and cute stocking stuffers, all for $5 or less each.
As an interior designer, here are the things I would buy at Walmart — from lamps and accessories to decorative pillows and floor cushions.
Remote states like Hawaii and Alaska have the highest turkey prices.
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Kulhads are disposable clay tea cups that have been used in and around India for thousands of years. Here's how they're made in a Kolkata workshop.
A memo seen by CNN said $35 million is being spent on marketing, with another $65 million going to McDonald's franchisees worst hit by the outbreak.
Independent luxury brands, pressured by market downturns, are eyeing consolidation or outside investment to sustain growth.
Yum China CEO Joey Wat saw Gen Z diners dip fried chicken into mashed potatoes, which gave her the idea for a "mash potato burger," she told Fortune.
Cheese curds are big in the Midwest, but I'm skeptical of fast-food varieties. Regardless, I tried some at Culver's, Zaxby's, and Freddy's.
Marc-Kwesi Farrell spent three years as a Starbucks VP. He left to launch his own rum brand, applying lessons he learned working for Howard Schultz.
George Tinsley worked at KFC's corporate office for eight years before starting his franchise and owning over 60 restaurants. Here's how he scaled.
Luxury brands must adapt to Gen Z's growing influence by offering affordable luxury and creative partnerships, industry experts say,
Winter has been trying to visit every Starbucks store since 1997, and is about to visit his 20,000th location. Here's what he thinks needs to improve.
As America's grocery king, Walmart sources a high share of its products from the US, while Target relies more on products that are often imported.
As an interior designer, I think some of the best things to get at HomeGoods include light fixtures, throw pillows, bathroom accessories, and hangers.
Several retail chains have announced planned reductions in store numbers for 2025. If the past is any indication, they won't be the only ones.
Ben & Jerry's sued Unilever, claiming it stopped it from supporting Palestinians. Unilever denies the claims, saying it would defend its case.
Bernard Arnault, CEO of French luxury conglomerate LVMH that owns Louis Vuitton, Moët Hennessy and Dior, is one of the world's richest people.
A McDonald's meat supplier will use a new corn feed that could reduce the environmental impact of raising beef cattle.
Users between 18 and 24 downloaded the app 41.98 million times in the first 10 months of the year.
Alexandre Arnault, the son of LVMH owner Bernard Arnault, will become the new CEO of Moët Hennessy in 2025.
Labubu, a furry plushie with an unsettling grin and serrated teeth, is all the rage in Asia.
Amazon's Haul feels like a cheaper, crummier version of the cheap and crummy Temu. That might change, but for now, I'm disappointed.
BI spoke with stylists Payton Dale, Maiya Simone, and Turner Allen to learn what Y2K trends should stay in the archives and which has made a comeback.
Burberry's CEO Joshua Schulman said the troubled British retailer will act "with urgency" to address woes fueled by "inconsistent brand execution."
While overall toy sales are in decline, sales driven by nostalgic adults are on the rise, representing 17% of US toy sales last year, per Circana.