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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 IndependentBritish 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.
cnbc.comClorox 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 IndependentIsoclean 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.
WiredMemorial 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.comHSN 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.
foxnews.comL.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.
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.comPabst 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.comPepsiCo 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.
financialexpress.comTarget 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.
thehindu.comRetailers 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 PostThrifty 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.
ForbesTarget 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.
ForbesSwatch 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.
NewsweekTarget 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.comAudemars 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.comCalbee 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.
bbc.co.ukMagnum 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.coForbes 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…
thehindu.comGlobal 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.comTarget 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.comAmazon 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…
japantimes.co.jpCalbee 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.comKraft 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…
Nbc NewsDiet 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…
CnbcTarget 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.comKraft 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…
cnbc.comAmazon 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…
ForbesPrimark 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.comDollar 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.
jpost.comInvestor 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.comPepsiCo 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.comKraft 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…
CnbcVitamin 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.comKraft 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…
finance.yahoo.comDiageo 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.
pandaily.comChinese 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.
ai-cio.comS&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.comStarbucks 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…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewAirbus Q1 Profit Falls 52% on Lower Deliveries, But Orders Rise 46%
Airbus reported a sharp decline in first-quarter 2026 profits due to reduced aircraft deliveries and engine shortages. Competitors including Boeing, Adidas, AstraZeneca, Starbucks, Varonis Systems, and Sinopec showed varied results, with several posting revenue and profit increas…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewCoca-Cola Reports Q1 Earnings Above Expectations, Raises Full-Year Outlook
Coca-Cola reported first-quarter 2026 earnings and revenue that exceeded Wall Street estimates. The company raised its full-year comparable earnings per share growth forecast to 8% to 9%. Shares rose more than 2% in premarket trading on April 28, 2026.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewThe Farmer's Dog Partners with Walmart for Personalized Dog Food Service
The Farmer's Dog, a pet food company, is expanding its personalized meal plan service to Walmart's online platform. The company was founded after one co-founder's experience with a sick dog that improved on home-cooked meals. This marks the company's first retail partnership afte…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewProcter & Gamble Warns of $1 Billion Profit Hit from Surging Oil Prices
Procter & Gamble has warned of a roughly $1 billion post-tax impact on its fiscal 2027 profit due to rising oil prices linked to the Iran war. The company joins other global firms reporting cost pressures from the conflict. This announcement highlights ongoing economic effects fr…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewKeurig Dr Pepper Reports Q1 Adjusted EPS of 39 Cents, Beats Analyst Estimates
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. posted first-quarter adjusted earnings per share of 39 cents, surpassing the consensus estimate of 37 cents. Quarterly sales reached $3.976 billion, up 9.4% year over year and above the expected $3.838 billion. The company affirmed its 2026 sales outlook of…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewWK Kellogg Co. to Include Toys in Select Cereal Boxes for Toy Story 5 Promotion
WK Kellogg Co. announced it will add plastic toys to some cereal boxes as part of a tie-in with Disney and Pixar's Toy Story 5. The promotion marks the first inclusion of toys in Kellogg's cereals in over a decade. Special edition boxes will be available starting Sunday, featurin…
valuestockgeek.comKeurig Dr Pepper Reports Q1 Earnings of 39 Cents Per Share, Beats Estimates
Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. posted first-quarter adjusted earnings per share of 39 cents, surpassing the analyst consensus of 37 cents. Net sales reached $3.976 billion, up 9.4% year over year and above the expected $3.838 billion. The company affirmed its 2026 sales outlook of $25.900…
thehindubusinessline.comCondom Maker Raises Prices; Hashtag Gets 60M Views in China
The world's top condom maker issued a warning about higher prices, which quickly went viral on Chinese social media. The hashtag 'condom prices rising' amassed over 60 million views by April 23. This development has prompted discussions of stockpiling among users in China.
blackenterprise.comPlezi Hydration Relaunches with New Flavor and Packaging on April 22, 2026
Plezi Hydration, a sports drink from a company co-founded by former First Lady Michelle Obama, relaunched on April 22, 2026, adding Berry Boom flavor and refreshed packaging. Stephen and Ayesha Curry serve as co-founders and brand ambassadors. The product targets teens and adults…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewJPMorgan Downgrades Clorox Rating to Underweight from Neutral
JPMorgan has lowered its rating on The Clorox Company to Underweight from Neutral. The downgrade cites weak category growth, threats from private-label products, and rising costs for diesel and resin. Analysts noted that Clorox management has performed well in digital transformat…
MarketWatchPepsiCo Reports Customer Return Following Price Cuts and New Products
PepsiCo shares rose after the company reported that recent price reductions and new product introductions have attracted returning customers. The company also stated it has not experienced significant impacts from the conflict in Iran.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewSaatva Announces Spring Sale on Mattresses and Bedding Until April 13
Saatva is conducting its spring sale, which offers discounts on mattresses, bedding, and bundles. The sale runs until April 13, with purchases available while supplies last. Customers can shop online for these products during the promotion period.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewBath & Body Works Offers Body Care Items at $5.95 for Two Days
Bath & Body Works is providing a discount on its body care products this weekend. Items such as fragrance mists, moisturizers, shower gels, and designer-inspired fragrances are priced at $5.95 each. The sale runs for two days only.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewConstellation Brands Withdraws Fiscal 2028 Outlook Amid Subdued Demand
Constellation Brands, the U.S. producer of Modelo and Corona beers, withdrew its fiscal 2028 guidance on Wednesday due to uncertainty in the macroeconomic environment. The company reported slightly weaker demand across its product categories. It expressed encouragement over certa…
citizen.co.zaConstellation Brands Withdraws Fiscal 2028 Guidance Amid Subdued Demand
Constellation Brands, the U.S. maker of Modelo and Corona beers, withdrew its fiscal 2028 outlook on Wednesday due to uncertainty. The company reported subdued demand across its product categories. This action reflects challenges in the beverage industry.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewUnilever in $65 Billion Talks with McCormick, Estée Lauder Discusses Deal with Puig
Unilever is in discussions for a $65 billion acquisition by McCormick, according to reports. Estée Lauder is holding talks with Puig for a potential transaction. These developments occur amid a rebound in mergers and acquisitions activity, with columnists debating potential impac…
Usa TodayFrida Mom Offers Postpartum Recovery Products for New Mothers
Frida Mom provides a line of products designed to assist new mothers with recovery after childbirth. Items include hospital gowns, perineal cleansing bottles, absorbent pads, and anesthetic spray. The brand also sells gift kits bundling multiple essentials, available at retailers…