Subway owner buys chicken chain
A popular new chicken chain says it has been acquired by a private equity firm that also owns Subway.
Costco sees record fuel sales after extending gas station hours
The mega retailer reported two record sales weeks in the U.S. with longer gas station hours and new locations.
Almanac Adventureland: The brewery is all in on families
Breweries have, in recent years, been the center of a hotly debated question: "Do kids belong here?" The Alameda-based brewery Almanac is answering with a resounding, "yes."
This Oakland company just announced a $1 billion deal with Hailey Bieber
An influential Oakland-based company announces a $1 billion dollar deal with Hailey Bieber's skincare brand.
Victoria's Secret shuts down website following 'security incident'
The cause of the incident is unknown as the lingerie retail chain says they are taking steps to manage the situation.
Joann, the fabric and crafts chain, to close all remaining stores this week
More than 440 Joann locations are closing by May 31. Others have already closed.
Beloved SF business Japan Video & Media to close its doors after 40 years
Japan Video & Media, a San Francisco business that, over the last forty years, has become a Japantown institution, announced it will be closing its doors for good at the end of the month.
Applebee’s All You Can Eat menu is back - with a higher price
Applebee’s is bringing back a popular meal deal.
Pepsi knocked out of America's top selling soft drinks
Many Americans already have strong opinions on the Coca-Cola vs. Pepsi debate, and now another soft drink has entered the chat.
Memorial Day 2025: What’s open, closed
The vast majority of retailers will be open, with many trying to lure customers with big promotional sales.
Several Bay Area cities among worst cities to start a business
Several Bay Area cities are considered to be among the worst large cities to start a business, according to a report by WalletHub.
Here’s how much a made-in-America iPhone could cost
President Trump’s threat to impose a 25% tariff on Apple unless it manufactures iPhones in the U.S. could send prices soaring, with estimates reaching as high as $3,500 per device.
Walmart to lay off 1,500 employees after announcing price hikes
Walmart is restructuring its operations and cutting about 1,500 jobs as part of its new plan.
General Motors is halting exports of vehicles to China
GM says it is 'committed to continued development' in the Chinese market.
Bay Area JCPenney store set to close this weekend: See the full list of closures
The department store has seven other locations in the Bay Area, and nearly 650 stores around the country.
Home Depot vows to maintain prices despite tariff pressures hitting retail sector
Other retailers like Walmart, Target and Best Buy have warned of potential price hikes.
One Market Restaurant to close after 32 Years in San Francisco
One Market, a staple of San Francisco’s Financial District for more than 30 years, will close its doors next month.
23andMe to be acquired by NY-based Regeneron in $256 million deal
The company, which was founded in 2006, rose to prominence by offering at-home DNA testing kits that allowed people to explore their ancestry and genetic makeup.
Costco rolls out buy now, pay later for big online purchases through Affirm
Affirm's buy now, pay later installment plans can be used to finance online US Costco purchases of $500 to $17,500.
Dick’s Sporting Goods to buy Foot Locker for $2.4 billion: What to know
The major retailer says it plans to keep the Foot Locker brand, which includes Kids Foot Locker and Champs Sports.