Amazon faces a pivotal week, agreeing to a major consumer settlement, announcing AI-linked workforce reductions, and exploring a landmark investment in OpenAI—a trio of moves that could redefine its operational and strategic trajectory.
The Clorox Company reported fourth-quarter revenue that edged past Wall Street expectations, though sales remained unchanged from the prior year. While the top-line beat provided a bright spot, earnings per share fell short of consensus, highlighting the challenges for the consumer staples giant in a volatile market.
New data reveals a growing financial strain for U.S. car owners, as nearly one-third find themselves owing more on their auto loans than their vehicles are worth. This negative equity, at its highest level in years, is reshaping consumer behavior and posing risks to the broader auto finance market.
The fast-casual giant reports a second consecutive quarter of declining same-store sales and forecasts zero growth for 2026, citing a strained core customer base and shifting consumer trends.
Despite boasting some of the world's most technologically advanced dairy farms, Israelis pay among the highest prices for milk. A fierce debate is now raging over whether decades of strict quotas, tariffs, and state control are protecting a national legacy or stifling competition at the consumer's expense.
A major Subway operator with 43 locations has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, highlighting the intense pressure on franchisees as consumer definitions of 'value' shift away from pure low price.
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.
The recent shuttering of several Peet's Coffee locations has shifted focus from consumer inconvenience to a heated labor dispute, as unionized employees accuse management of sidestepping legal bargaining obligations over severance and job impacts.
Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos faced intense scrutiny from U.S. senators over the streaming giant's proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, arguing the deal will benefit consumers and Hollywood despite bipartisan concerns over market competition and job losses.
Micron Technology is undergoing a profound transformation, pivoting decisively from consumer memory to become a powerhouse in high-bandwidth memory (HBM) for AI. With its 2024 HBM supply already sold out and massive fab investments in Singapore and Taiwan, the company is staking its future on the insatiable data center demand.
Republican primary candidate James Fishback is soliciting campaign contributions to purchase a Tinder Plus subscription, aiming to connect with young female voters on the dating app. The unconventional strategy has drawn scrutiny amid the candidate's history of controversial statements and past allegations.
Updated federal nutrition advice emphasizing protein intake and whole foods is set to create sustained demand tailwinds for meat producers, with Tyson Foods positioned to capitalize on shifting consumer and institutional purchasing patterns.
A significant expansion of the partnership between AMD and GIGABYTE aims to integrate advanced AI capabilities directly into consumer hardware, signaling a strategic push beyond data centers into the premium gaming and creator markets.
The snack and beverage giant is rolling out significant price cuts across its U.S. portfolio, a strategic reversal after years of inflation-driven hikes, aiming to boost sales volume and competitiveness as consumer spending tightens.
The suspension of the CFPB's Section 1033 mandate has spurred voluntary agreements between banks and fintechs, reigniting debate over whether private innovation or federal regulation better protects consumer financial data.
PepsiCo reaffirmed its full-year financial guidance after reporting stronger-than-expected fourth-quarter results. The food and beverage giant announced price cuts of up to 15% on key snack brands like Lay's and Doritos in the U.S., citing consumer affordability pressures.
Furniture maker Flexsteel Industries reports a 9% year-over-year sales increase for its fiscal second quarter, driven by strategic pricing and new product launches. However, executives caution that looming 25% tariffs on inventory and a volatile consumer environment pose significant challenges for the latter half of 2026.
Walt Disney names Josh D'Amaro, current chairman of Disney Experiences, as its next chief executive, succeeding Bob Iger. The move signals a strategic focus on the company's highly profitable parks and consumer products division.
The Walt Disney Company announces Josh D'Amaro, current head of parks and consumer products, will take the CEO reins from Bob Iger in 2026, while Dana Walden ascends to Chief Creative Officer, marking a pivotal leadership transition for the entertainment giant.
The performance apparel brand partners with Archive to launch a certified resale program, aiming to extend product lifecycles and meet growing consumer demand for circular fashion.
