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cnbc.combusiness21 hrs agoUpdated
U.S. Customs Issues $49.2 Billion in Tariff Refunds in June
Payments brought cumulative refunds to $71 billion after the Supreme Court struck down IEEPA tariffs in February. Companies are directing the funds toward higher costs tied to the Iran conflict and energy prices.
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thenextweb.comtechnology1 day ago
Tesla Sells Balance Bike for Ages 2-5 at $225
The new product features a magnesium frame and adjustable seat for children ages 2 to 5. It includes five height settings and specific weight and leg-length limits.
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foodbusinessnews.netbusiness2 days ago
General Mills Recalls Frozen Dough Sold to Walmart Bakeries Over Possible Glass
General Mills initiated a voluntary recall of two frozen Pillsbury dough products on June 19 after possible glass contamination. The FDA posted the notice and classified the action as Class II on July 13. The products were distributed only to Walmart in-store bakeries across 19 s…
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comicbook.comworld4 days ago
Fujifilm to Release First New QuickSnap Models in 20 Years for Camera’s 40th Anniversary
The single-use film camera launched in 1986 has sold 1.7 billion units and is attracting younger buyers and overseas visitors. Fujifilm plans to release its first new versions in two decades starting in August.
The Independentbusiness5 days ago
Lidl to Launch SilverCrest Ice Cream Maker at £69.99 on July 16
Lidl will sell the SilverCrest premium freezi ice cream maker in its middle aisle starting July 16. The device undercuts Ninja's Creami model and arrives on the same date as an Aldi launch.
South China Morning Postworld5 days ago
Duan Yongping Raises Pop Mart Stake to 7.65 Percent as New Labubu Series Trades Below Retail
Chinese-American investor Duan Yongping increased his holding in the Hong Kong-listed toy company on July 6. The stake rose to 7.65 percent, or 102 million shares, via his firm H&H International Investment.
retailtimes.co.ukworld8 days ago
Carabao Group Net Profit Falls 18 Percent in 2025 on Export Weakness
Thai energy drink maker Carabao Group reported an 18 percent drop in net profit for 2025 to 2.3 billion baht on a 3 percent sales decline to 11.8 billion baht. The results reflect reduced exports linked to border tensions with Cambodia, with the trend extending into early 2026.
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forbes.combusiness9 days ago
PepsiCo Reports Revenue Beat and Net-Income Jump but EPS Miss in Second Quarter
PepsiCo reported second-quarter revenue of $24.18 billion, above Wall Street estimates, while adjusted earnings per share came in at $2.20, slightly below forecasts. The company reiterated its full-year guidance amid weaker North American volumes.
forbes.comworld13 days ago
Lidl France Discount Air Conditioner Sale Draws Long Lines and Isolated Fights
@zerohedge reported that Lidl France placed 200,000 discounted units on sale July 2, 2026. Long lines formed before opening and physical altercations occurred at multiple stores. Police intervened at some locations as demand exceeded supply.
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forbes.comfinance14 days ago
Natural diamond prices fall to record lows as lab-grown stones gain share
Prices for investment-grade natural diamonds dropped 68% from their 2011 peak. Sales of lab-grown diamonds rose while natural diamond jewelry demand stayed flat in 2025.
app.buzzsumo.comworld17 days ago
AB Foods Reports Lower Primark Sales Ahead of Division Split
The company recorded a drop in clothing sales for the first half of its fiscal year. It also confirmed plans to separate its fashion and grocery operations into two listed companies.
nypost.comworld18 days ago
FAO Schwarz to open second New York City store inside Nordstrom flagship
The toy retailer will place a location at the Nordstrom NYC Flagship on West 57th Street later this year. The move marks the first time the brand has operated two stores in the city since 1870.
montrealgazette.combusiness23 days ago
Aldi to Release 5,000 Additional Blind Boxes on June 26
Aldi will distribute 5,000 Encore Boxes on Friday, June 26, after the initial run sold out within minutes each day. The new drop follows record demand reported by the company.
gamereactor.eutechnology25 days ago
Dettol Removes Ad After Backlash in China Over Gender Portrayal
Dettol withdrew a five-minute advertisement in China after users accused it of objectifying women. The company stated the ad was intended to criticize gender stereotypes but acknowledged it had offended viewers.
usatoday.comworld31 days ago
Japan Investigates Ice Cream Companies Over Price-Fixing Allegations
Authorities in Japan have launched raids on major ice cream producers as part of an investigation into alleged cartel pricing. The probe coincides with record summer temperatures across the country.
usmagazine.combusiness31 days ago
Crocs Reports $450 Million in 2025 Sandal Revenue While Keeping Clogs as Core Product
Crocs reported sandal sales of approximately $450 million last year and aims to reach $500 million this year. Sandals accounted for 13 percent of total revenue in 2025.
finance32 days ago
Aldi to Give Away Free Mystery Grocery Boxes June 22-25
Aldi will release one themed blind box each day containing mystery grocery items. Shoppers can claim boxes on a first-come, first-served basis through AldiBlindBox.com.
nypost.comworld35 days ago
YouTuber Flees to Mexico After Criminal Charges in Lego Dispute
A California YouTuber known as Reckless Ben left the United States for Mexico after criminal charges were filed in a dispute over a $200,000 Star Wars Lego collection. The case began as a business disagreement and expanded into online campaigns, legal actions, and reported threat…
Forbesbusiness40 days ago
Dos Equis Runs Fan Contest for Most Interesting Man Slogans Amid Declining U.S. Beer Market
The Heineken-owned brand will select three fan-submitted lines for a national TV commercial airing during college football season. One winner will be chosen each month from May through July.
business46 days ago
Costco Sees Strong Protein Sales Amid Rising Whey Prices and GLP-1 Drug Effects
Costco CFO Gary Millerchip and CEO Ron Vachris said protein items are selling well during the company's quarterly earnings call. The retailer has expanded its protein offerings while whey protein concentrate prices rise due to supply constraints.
The Independentscience46 days ago
British American Tobacco Raises Smokeless Outlook but Cuts Cigarette Volume Forecast and Expects Lower-End Revenue Growth
The company lifted its forecast for vapes and nicotine pouches while lowering its projection for global cigarette volume declines. Shares fell 4 percent in early trading.
finance.yahoo.comfinance50 days ago
Clorox Chair and CEO Linda Rendle to Step Down
Linda Rendle will leave the chief executive role at Clorox after six years. The company said the departure is for health reasons and that she will serve in an advisory capacity during the transition.
The Independentworld50 days ago
Isoclean Hypochlorous Acid Spray Priced at £14
The product is marketed as an odourless mist for use after exercise or heat exposure. It is sold in a 275 ml size and described as vegan and cruelty-free.
Wiredtechnology55 days ago
Memorial Day Mattress Sales Include Discounts on Helix, Saatva Models
Retailers are offering price reductions on several mattresses and sleep accessories through the holiday weekend. The discounts apply to queen-size models tested by WIRED's reviews team.
theverge.comtechnology56 days ago
HSN Offers up to 50 Percent Off Select Items for Memorial Day
HSN is running a Memorial Day sale with discounts reaching 50 percent on portable fans, bug zappers, air purifiers, floor cleaners, blenders, and speakers. The promotion covers indoor and outdoor products typically used during warmer months.
Usa Todaybusiness56 days ago
Adidas Offers 30 Percent Off Items Through May 26
Adidas is running a sale through Tuesday, May 26 that discounts both full-priced and sale merchandise by 30 percent. The promotion covers running shoes, sneakers, apparel, and accessories.
foxnews.comtechnology56 days ago
L.L.Bean Zip Hunter's Tote Bag Features Thermoplastic Lining
The bag is sold in three sizes with capacities up to 53 liters. It is constructed from 1,200-denier polyester with a reinforced bottom and water-resistant lining.
finance56 days ago
Memorial Day Mattress Sales Include Discounts From Saatva, Tempur-Pedic, Sleep Number
Several mattress brands are offering price reductions for the holiday weekend. The sales cover multiple models from Saatva, Tempur-Pedic, Sleep Number, Leesa, and Casper.
livemint.comfinance57 days ago
Pabst Brewing Co. Places Schlitz Premium on Indefinite Hiatus
Pabst Brewing Co. will end production of Schlitz Premium after 177 years. The final batch will be brewed May 23 at Wisconsin Brewing Co. in Verona.
io9.gizmodo.comfinance58 days ago
PepsiCo to Raise Prices on Some Chip Bags Starting Late June
PepsiCo will increase prices on selected chip products beginning in late June. The company cited higher ingredient and packaging costs as the reason for the change.
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financialexpress.comworld59 days ago
Target Updates Baby Products and Shopping Carts as Sales Rise
Target has introduced higher-priced baby items and redesigned shopping carts. The changes coincide with a reported increase in sales for the retailer.
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finance59 days ago
Retailers Offer Discounts on Air Conditioners, Fans and Kitchen Appliances
Major retailers are running Memorial Day sales on portable air conditioners, tower fans, espresso machines, air fryers and robot vacuums. Discounts range from $50 to several hundred dollars on selected models.
New York Postworld60 days ago
Thrifty Ice Cream Returns to Stores and Adds Nationwide Shipping
The 86-year-old ice cream brand is resuming sales after its former retailer closed stores. Thrifty products are now available through shipping and select grocery chains.
Forbesfinance61 days ago
Target Shifts Focus to Wellness Products Across Multiple Departments
Target is expanding its wellness offerings after several years of declining sales. The retailer added thousands of new items and removed synthetic dyes from cereals. Early results show a 5.1 percent increase in foot traffic during the first quarter.
Forbesfinance61 days ago
Swatch x Audemars Piguet Royal Pop Watches Draw Crowds and Store Closures
Swatch stores worldwide limited sales of the new Bioceramic Royal Pop pocket watches to one per customer on May 16, 2026. The $400 to $420 items prompted long queues, temporary store closures, and police presence in multiple cities.
Newsweekscience62 days ago
Target to Remove Cereals With Artificial Colors by End of May
Target will stop selling cereals containing artificial colors by the end of May 2026. The retailer will replace them with reformulated and dye-free alternatives across stores and online.
professionalwatches.comfinance62 days ago
Audemars Piguet and Swatch Release $400 Collaboration Watch
Audemars Piguet and Swatch launched a joint watch priced between $400 and $420. The product is called the Royal Pop and is positioned as an entry-level mechanical timepiece.
app.buzzsumo.comworld63 days ago
Calbee Temporarily Switches to Black-and-White Potato Chip Packaging Amid Supply Shortages
Calbee, Japan's leading potato chip maker, is replacing its signature orange-and-yellow packets with black-and-white versions. The packaging change stems from shortages linked to the Iran war. The company is shifting from colour to colourless packaging as a direct result.
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bbc.co.ukfinance64 days ago
Magnum Ice Cream Shares Rise 18% on Report of Potential Private Equity Bid
Shares of Magnum Ice Cream Company rose sharply after Reuters reported that private equity firms including Blackstone and CD&R are exploring a possible takeover bid. The development comes six months after the company spun off from Unilever. Magnum owns several ice cream brands in…
dohanews.coworld65 days ago
Forbes Ranks 25 Most Valuable U.S. Private Family Businesses
Forbes published its first ranking of America’s most valuable privately owned family businesses by estimated valuation on May 14, 2026. The list is led by Koch Inc. at $185 billion, followed by Mars at $121 billion and Fidelity Investments at $107 billion. The companies operate i…
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thehindu.combusiness66 days ago
Global Supply Chains Disrupted After Iran Blocks Strait of Hormuz
Japan's largest snack maker will switch to black-and-white labels by the end of May 2026 because of a naphtha shortage caused by the closure of the Strait of Hormuz. The February 2026 U.S.-Israeli attacks on Iran have triggered worldwide shortages of fuel, metals, fertilizer ingr…
nypost.comworld67 days ago
Target to Replace All 500,000 Shopping Carts With New All-Plastic Design
The retailer is overhauling its fleet as part of a broader turnaround plan under new CEO Michael Fiddelke. The new carts feature improved capacity, smoother rolling and redesigned child seats. The move comes as surveys show shoppers frustrated by empty shelves, long lines and inc…
pymnts.comtechnology67 days agoUpdated
Amazon Expands 30-Minute Delivery Service to Major U.S. Cities
Amazon Now became officially available to millions of shoppers across the United States on May 12, 2026, after a limited test run. The service is now widely available in Atlanta and Dallas-Fort Worth in addition to Seattle and Philadelphia, with expansions planned for seven more…
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japantimes.co.jpbusiness67 days ago
Calbee Switches to Black-and-White Packaging for Salty Snacks Due to Naphtha Shortage
Calbee said shortages of naphtha, a crude-oil derivative used in printing inks, are forcing the company to change from its signature colorful packaging to black-and-white versions for salty snack products. The shift is linked to the ongoing conflict involving Iran that has disrup…
smallbiztrends.comworld69 days ago
Kraft Heinz Shifts Strategy to Emphasize Value and Affordability
The company is adjusting its approach to address consumer concerns about food costs by lowering prices on select items, expanding promotions and introducing smaller package sizes. It reversed an earlier plan for major restructuring and instead committed $600 million to invest in…
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Nbc Newsworld69 days ago
Diet Coke Parties Gain Popularity in India Amid Aluminum Can Shortage
Shortages of aluminum cans have led to limited availability of Diet Coke in India, where the drink is not sold in plastic bottles. A marketing consultant in New Delhi organized a sold-out party on April 26 to celebrate the beverage, drawing around 150 attendees. A second event is…
Cnbcfinance69 days ago
Target Testing Baby Boutiques in Select Stores
Target is focusing on the baby category with new in-store boutiques as it seeks to recapture consumers. The rollout began in March across select locations nationwide. CNBC’s Melissa Repko reported on the initiative that could help the retailer compete more effectively with rivals…
benzinga.comworld70 days ago
Kraft Heinz to Cut Prices, Expand Promotions and Invest $600 Million After Years of Declining Sales Volumes
Steve Cahillane, five months into his role as CEO of Kraft Heinz, has convinced the board to commit $600 million to the business rather than pursue a breakup. The company is lowering prices, expanding promotions and upgrading packaging while warning of potential new inflationary…
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cnbc.comfinance70 days ago
Amazon Reduces Prices on 4,300 Grocery Items by Average of 16%
The online retailer reduced prices across nearly half its Fresh range and now undercuts supermarkets on 64.9 percent of comparable items, according to analysis by The Grocer magazine. The move comes as Amazon's grocery business grows at twice the pace of the wider company while h…
Forbesfinance71 days ago
Primark Opens Herald Square Flagship Store in Manhattan
Primark opened its 40th U.S. store, a 54,000-square-foot flagship at Herald Square in Manhattan's Penn District. The location becomes the retailer's 11th store in New York state. The opening includes a day of public events and reflects continued U.S. and international expansion.
bstrategyhub.comtechnology71 days ago
Dollar General Launches Simmer & Stir Kitchenware Line Priced at $12 or Less
Dollar General is introducing a new private-label kitchenware brand called simmer & stir. The collection of nearly 30 items will be available in approximately 16,000 stores beginning May 11. All products are priced at $12 or less, with most items between $2 and $3.50.
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Investor Group Criticizes Ice Cream Maker's Oversight of Ben & Jerry's Operations
A group of investors in Magnum ice cream sent a letter criticizing the ice cream maker's handling of its Ben & Jerry's subsidiary. The letter, reviewed by Reuters, highlights concerns over brand management and subsidiary oversight. The company has not publicly responded to the in…
indianexpress.comfinance72 days ago
PepsiCo Expands Low- and No-Sugar Beverages to Over 50% of India Portfolio, Targets 90%
PepsiCo said more than 50% of its beverage portfolio in India now comprises low- to no-sugar offerings and aims to reach 90%. The shift comes as viral videos have targeted products from Bournvita, Dabur's Real juice and Coca-Cola's Mazaa, prompting regulatory action and company r…
upi.comfinance72 days ago
Kraft Heinz Beats Q1 Earnings Expectations as New CEO Focuses on Legacy Brands
Kraft Heinz reported first-quarter earnings and revenue that topped expectations Wednesday, sending shares more than 2 percent higher. CEO Steve Cahillane, who joined in January, told CNBC's Mad Money that the company's biggest growth opportunity lies in reinvesting behind underi…
Cnbcfinance73 days ago
Vitamin Patch Maker Barrière Strikes Walmart Deal, Projects Doubling Revenue by 2026
Vitamin patch company Barrière told CNBC exclusively it is on track to double revenue this year to $10 million. The projection follows a major retail expansion with Walmart and the launch of the first supplement patch for lactose intolerance. A 6:20 video segment details the comp…
benzinga.comfinance73 days ago
Kraft Heinz Cuts Prices and Expands Value Offerings
Kraft Heinz's new CEO Steve Cahillane has reversed plans for a major restructuring and instead committed $600 million to make products more affordable amid consumer budget pressures. The company is lowering prices on select items, expanding promotions, introducing smaller package…
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finance.yahoo.comfinance73 days ago
Diageo Reports 2.3% Rise in Q3 Reported Net Sales
Diageo reported a 2.3% increase in third-quarter reported net sales to $4.5 billion. Organic net sales grew 0.3% with volume up 0.4% and price/mix down 0.1%. The company reiterated its fiscal 2026 guidance.
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pandaily.comworld75 days ago
Chinese Mall Features Storefronts Resembling Brands Like Gucci and McDonald's
A mall in China contains multiple storefronts mimicking well-known brands. These include names like Gugcu, McDona, Icuis Vution, Herme Rwes, Fending and Bakes Star. The observation highlights the presence of such knockoff operations in the country.
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ai-cio.comfinance76 days ago
S&P 500 Earnings Season Advances with 121 Companies Set to Report Q1 2026 Results Next Week
The first quarter 2026 earnings season continues, with 121 S&P 500 companies scheduled to release results next week, representing about a quarter of the index. Key reports include those from Walt Disney and McDonald's, both Dow Jones Industrial Average components, amid a focus on…
thehindu.comtechnology77 days ago
Starbucks CEO Explains $9 Coffee Price
Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol stated that a $9 coffee can provide value through a premium experience, including seating and barista interactions. He emphasized that customers across income levels view it as affordable or a worthwhile splurge. Critics online called his comments out o…
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