A Foxboro woman's two-year struggle with a defective high-end oven underscores the enduring power of state consumer protection laws, even after a manufacturer's warranty expires.
Investment bank Evercore has recruited veteran banker Jonathan Dale from Rothschild & Co as a Senior Managing Director in London, a strategic move to deepen its consumer sector advisory footprint across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
A months-long advocacy campaign criticizing Hannaford's pricing and animal welfare policies has gained little traction among Maine shoppers, many of whom remain loyal to the dominant grocer despite concerns over affordability.
As the Trump administration's aggressive tariff policies persist, longstanding U.S. trade partners are accelerating deals with each other, seeking to reduce economic dependence on Washington. This shift risks diminishing U.S. influence and could lead to higher domestic prices, analysts warn.
Amid escalating trade tensions and tariff threats from the Trump administration, longstanding U.S. partners are accelerating negotiations with each other, seeking to reduce economic dependence on Washington. This shift towards diversification could erode U.S. influence and has already contributed to a weakening dollar, raising concerns about long-term financial stability.
A surge of competitively priced Chinese electric vehicles and consumer goods is rapidly transforming Latin American markets, forcing governments from Mexico to Brazil to enact new tariffs and trade defenses to shield domestic industries from the influx.
Sullivan & Cromwell advised on the highest-value deals in the consumer sector last year, while Kirkland & Ellis worked on the greatest number of transactions, according to new data from GlobalData.
Manufacturing giant Flex posted stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter results, driven by robust demand in data center infrastructure and industrial automation. While consumer electronics remain a weak spot, strategic shifts toward higher-value segments helped lift profitability.
Tractor Supply's Q4 earnings fell short of expectations, citing a mild storm season and cautious consumer spending. While management frames these issues as temporary, analysts probed deeper into the retailer's long-term strategy and resilience.
A decade after a wave of complex annuity sales, retirees are discovering a harsh reality: the guaranteed income portion of their contracts often far outweighs the investment value. Now, a new generation of agents is pushing costly 'flips' that can permanently slash lifetime payouts, sparking calls for greater transparency and consumer caution.
The latest American Customer Satisfaction Index report for 2026 crowns Trader Joe's as the nation's highest-rated grocer, ending a tie with Publix. The win highlights shifting consumer preferences and regional divides in the competitive supermarket landscape.
Bank of America analysts forecast a significant economic stimulus from this year's tax season, projecting up to $140 billion in GDP impact and identifying eight retail stocks positioned to benefit from the surge in consumer spending.
A leaked Customs and Border Protection memo suggests Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem's personal review of major contracts has slowed key border infrastructure projects, though the department disputes the claims.
A class-action lawsuit alleges Costco misled consumers by advertising its popular rotisserie chicken as preservative-free while it contained shelf-life-extending additives, prompting the retailer to remove the claims.
PepsiCo is slashing prices on key snacks ahead of the Super Bowl, responding to consumer affordability pressures and activist investor scrutiny. Concurrently, a massive new share repurchase program and dividend hike signal a robust commitment to shareholder returns, setting the stage for a pivotal test of brand strength and margin resilience.
The latest American Customer Satisfaction Index reveals a notable decline for Wegmans, with shoppers reporting diminished satisfaction in-store. Trader Joe's retains the top spot, highlighting shifting consumer preferences in the competitive grocery landscape.
Kimberly-Clark reported resilient fourth-quarter results, meeting revenue expectations and slightly surpassing earnings forecasts. Amidst a cost-conscious consumer backdrop, the company pointed to strategic product innovation and cost discipline as key to its performance. Analysts on the earnings call focused on the sustainability of margin gains, the impact of recent acquisitions, and the road ahead in a fragmented retail landscape.
Despite beating top-line estimates, PepsiCo faces mounting challenges from volume declines and margin compression. With a $4 billion activist stake and new leadership focus, 2025 is poised as a pivotal transition year for the consumer staples titan.
The abrupt Chapter 7 filing of Synergy World Inc., a key gift card partner for Costco, has exposed vulnerabilities in the popular discount gift card market, leaving thousands of cardholders with potentially worthless credits and highlighting broader consumer protection gaps.
Investors seeking stability in volatile markets often turn to consumer staples ETFs. We analyze the strategic divergence between Fidelity's broad, low-cost approach and Invesco's targeted, factor-driven fund to determine which might better serve a defensive portfolio.
