220,000 Medical King portable adult bed rails recalled after a death, marking 9th related recall in 3 years
More than 220,000 Medical King portable adult bed rails have been recalled after one death was reported, prompting an urgent warning from the US Consumer Product and Safety Commission.
Luxury retail meets repurposed shipping containers in traveling pop-up shop featuring high-end brands
Bal Harbour Shops, an open-air market in Miami, is taking luxury goods on the road with a traveling pop-up shop in shipping containers.
Grocer weighs in on deadly Boar's Head recall shifting how consumers shop in stores
A grocery store owner said the Boar's Head recall sparked an interesting trend of people turning away from deli altogether as trust for products has wavered.
Customers are using AI in record numbers for holiday shopping
Whether we know it or not, most of us will be using artificial intelligence during the busy holiday shopping season.
Former iconic American stores that have closed in last 20 years: Kmart to Circuit City
As Kmart plans to shutter its last full-scale store in the continental U.S., here's a look at past American retailers that have closed in the last 20 years.
Last full-size Kmart in US to close
The last full-size U.S. Kmart store location, which is in New York, is reportedly set to close in October 2024, leaving only one smaller store remaining.
Costco rolling out game-changing new feature on mobile app
Some Costco mobile app users have a new feature that eliminates the guessing game about what is in stock at select warehouses. Customers are responding.
More than a third of holiday shoppers' will spend less this year than in 2023
Americans are already thinking about the holidays and how they intend to use their money this year. Plans for some will involve less holiday spending, according to Bankrate.
Dollar Tree slashes annual forecasts amid weaker demand, stronger competition
Dollar Tree has cut its annual forecasts amid increased shopper discretion and rising industry competition with sellers like Walmart, Target and Temu.
Costco members share wild product-return stories on social media, from opened food to years-old furniture
Costco is known for having a generous return policy and social media users claim people may sometimes test the limits. Take a look at some of the most surprising Costco returns.
Costco customers return 5-year-old mattress to wholesaler: 'Desperate times'
A husband and wife documented on TikTok the return of a five-year-old mattress to Costco. The video shows how the attempted product return transpired, and social media users reacted.
Lululemon removes new clothing item after social media users sound off
Lululemon removed a new legging style from its shelves after shoppers took to social media to share reviews of the product. A spokesperson said the company plans to make adjustments.
Alcohol, snack industries take hit as weight loss drugs drive healthier shopping trends: Study
Data from analytics firm Grocery Doppio indicates shoppers have reduced their grocery spending and opted for healthier alternatives since taking GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy.
Costco goes viral for 'apocalypse dinner kit' that could last up to 25 years
Costco is going viral on Instagram after a user posted about the wholesaler's emergency meals dubbed the "apocalypse dinner kit." The Reel has garnered millions of views.
Amazon Prime Day 2024: Learn how to get best deals during 48-hour online event
Amazon Prime Day 2024 is from July 16 to July 17. During the two-day event, Prime members can shop deals across categories from tech, to fashion, to appliances and more.
Big Lots closing dozens of stores, putting survival in question
Big Lots announced last month in an SEC filing that it will be closing 35 to 40 stores this year, despite opening three new ones. The company operates more than 1,300 U.S. stores.
Shopping malls better adapt to modern times to avoid total death, serial entrepreneur says
Shopping malls were previously the epicenter of America’s towns, but modern technology, overnight shipping and the COVID pandemic have given many once-thriving retail locations the dreaded "dead mall" moniker.
Costco CEO says 1 item is more important than everything else sold in the store
Costco CEO Ron Vachris said in an interview with Fortune that one item sold by the wholesale chain was more important than any other item in the store.
Father's Day by the numbers: Historical facts, stats and celebrations
Father's Day 2024 is on Sunday, June 16. The holiday dates back to 1910 and has billions of dollars attached to it as millions of Americans spend money on gifts and cards.
Pennsylvania Givenchy store estimates $8K loss after 30-second robbery by group of women: police
Pennsylvania authorities are looking to identify four women who allegedly stole at least $8,000 in merchandise from designer retailer Givenchy earlier this month.