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Consumer

Dollar Stores Increasingly Make Sense for Crunched Consumers

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Dollar General said Thursday that third-quarter revenue rose 4.6% to $10.6 billion and net profit 44% to $283 million.

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Consumer

Believe: Macy’s Posts Best Growth In Three Years as ‘Reimagine’ Strategy Pays Off

For now at least, it looks like the storied retail company’s turnaround effort is taking hold as well as paying off.

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Big Tech

Can Samsung’s TriFold Steal Thunder from Apple’s Next-Gen Mystery Phone?

Shoppers in the US will be able to buy the new foldable during the first quarter of 2026, though the pricing hasn’t been shared yet.

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Consumer

Thrifting for Gifting: How Gen Zers Manage Holiday Shopping Budgets

Gone are the days where you had to wander endless thrift stores and sift through racks to find the perfect pair of previously owned jeans.

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Consumer

What’s the Beef? For American Grocery Shoppers, It’s Meat Prices

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US shoppers are now paying an average price of $6.60 per pound of ground beef, according to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics.

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Media & Entertainment

Indie Games Power Up as Big-Budget Rivals Sacrifice Creativity to Profit

The success of indie titles may help video game makers rely less on blockbusters and widen creative license, creating a 1UP for players.

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Consumer

Kohl’s Shows Signs of Comeback as Holidays Near

Kohl’s is the largest US department store chain by number of retail locations, with more than double the number operated by Macy’s.

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Consumer

Peloton’s ‘New Era’ of AI-Powered Workouts Isn’t Working Out

Artificial intelligence can do a lot of things. Getting us on an exercise bike doesn’t appear to be one of them.

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Consumer

Many Americans Say a Thanksgiving Plane Trip Won’t Fly. They’re Taking the Bus Instead

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More than 80 million Americans are expected to travel 50 miles or more this Thanksgiving, AAA estimated, a new record up 2% from last year.

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Consumer

It’s On: Upstart Swiss Athletics Brand Outshines Rivals by Treating Sneakers Like Birkin Bags

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The sportswear firm raised its full-year guidance for the third straight quarter on Wednesday and reported double-digit growth.

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Economics

US Tariffs Chew a Hole in Retailers’ (and Shoppers’) Christmas Stockings

The US has basically imposed tariffs on Christmas this year: Trees, ornaments and even gifts. Now, both shoppers and sellers feel Grinchy.

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Consumer

Lovin’ It: Snack Wraps Bring Smiles Back to McDonald’s Investors (and Customers)

McDonald’s and other restaurants started rolling out value meals last year to keep orders coming despite economic pressures

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Consumer

Kimberly-Clark Takeover Offers $48 Billion of Pain Relief to Tylenol-Maker Kenvue

The deal, expected to close in the second half of 2026, comes as Kenvue’s Tylenol political fight is heating up.

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