Chipotle Mexican Grill is set to report its latest quarterly results Tuesday afternoon, with investors watching closely for signs of resilience in consumer spending and operational execution against a backdrop of moderating sales growth.
As the U.S. wine industry grapples with a multi-year slump, iconic tasting rooms are shuttering. The latest casualty is Hall of Fame NFL coach Dick Vermeil's Napa venue, a move reflecting broader shifts in consumer habits and market pressures.
RH shares have cratered over 50% in the past year, battered by concerns over high-end consumer spending. While a key valuation model suggests the luxury home furnishing retailer is deeply undervalued, its premium earnings multiple tells a conflicting story, leaving investors to question if this is a buying opportunity or a sign of deeper troubles.
As average credit card APRs soar past 20%, a proposed 10% rate cap ignites a fierce debate between consumer advocates and the banking industry over access to credit and the future of rewards.
New market data reveals a stark generational divide in American drinking habits, with Gen Z contributing a mere 4% to total alcohol sales last year. The findings challenge long-held industry assumptions and highlight the enduring spending power of older consumers amid a broader shift toward premiumization and alternative beverages.
Panera Bread confirms a second major data security incident in two years, while Krispy Kreme agrees to a $1.6 million settlement over a 2024 breach, as the foodservice industry grapples with escalating cyber threats and consumer lawsuits.
The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol strengthens its executive team with two co-directors, while Arc'teryx creates a chief brand officer role, highlighting a strategic focus on traceability and consumer experience in a competitive market.
Facing a challenging retail climate, brands at the Salon International de la Lingerie doubled down on heritage storytelling, shapewear innovation, and versatile categories like loungewear to support retailers, while navigating market softness and shifting consumer definitions of sensuality.
Kraft Heinz announces a major corporate split, separating its global sauces division from its North American grocery business, while Berkshire Hathaway begins selling down its significant stake. The moves signal a strategic pivot for the iconic food giant, raising questions about valuation, dividends, and long-term direction in a shifting consumer landscape.
Amidst a major brand refresh for Terrapin Beer and the announcement of SweetWater Brewing's 2026 festival lineup, Tilray Brands is aggressively pushing its beverage division into the mainstream. However, this consumer-facing drive contrasts sharply with a prolonged stock slump, raising critical questions about the company's true market value and future trajectory.
A wave of subscription increases from Netflix, Disney, Apple, and others is forcing consumers to rethink their streaming budgets, with ad-supported tiers and strategic bundling emerging as key cost-saving strategies.
Peter McGuinness, the CEO who sought to reposition plant-based meat for mainstream consumers by moving beyond climate messaging, is departing Impossible Foods. His exit comes as the broader alternative protein sector faces significant sales declines and strategic recalibration.
In a market often swayed by hype, starkly bearish analyst targets are a rare signal. We examine three such cases: two consumer giants where the pessimism may be overdone, and one high-flyer where the concerns might be justified.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has sold between $1 million and $5 million worth of Disney shares, a move that spotlights the entertainment giant's struggle to navigate declining linear TV revenues and intense streaming competition, even as its parks and direct-to-consumer segments show resilience.
Footwear giant Deckers Brands posted quarterly revenue and profit that handily beat Wall Street estimates, driven by surging global demand for its HOKA and UGG labels. The company raised its full-year outlook, citing robust direct-to-consumer growth and international momentum.
The world's largest payment networks are taking a measured approach to stablecoins for everyday consumer transactions, citing a lack of clear demand in developed markets and emphasizing their role as infrastructure providers rather than disruptors.
CarMax's stock has faced significant pressure, down nearly 50% over the past year. As investors grapple with shifting consumer sentiment and a challenging retail environment, new analysis suggests the market may be undervaluing the company's long-term cash flow potential.
Bank of America has modestly lowered its price target on JD.com, following a similar move by DBS, as analysts revise down revenue and profit estimates for the Chinese e-commerce giant, citing weaker consumer electronics demand and scaled-back subsidy programs.
A new analysis from the New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) links volatile natural gas markets directly to rising consumer electricity costs. With gas fueling half of New York's power generation, increased demand and export levels are set to keep pressure on household budgets.
John B. Sanfilippo & Son posts record revenue and a 32% jump in EPS for fiscal Q2 2026, even as higher nut costs and shifting consumer habits pressure sales volumes. The snack nut processor eyes future growth through operational efficiency and new bar production capacity.
