Walmart may raise prices, close stores if rise in shoplifting continues, CEO says
“Theft is an issue. It is higher than what it has historically been,” Walmart's CEO said, warning that a lack of prosecution for shoplifting could ultimately mean higher prices for shoppers. “If that’s not corrected over time, prices will be higher, and/or stores will close.”
“Theft is an issue. It is higher than what it has historically been,” Walmart's CEO said, warning that a lack of prosecution for shoplifting could ultimately mean higher prices for shoppers. “If that’s not corrected over time, prices will be higher, and/or stores will close.”
These 3 U.S. cities were among the 10 most expensive in the world for 2022
Inflation is having a big impact on the cost of living across the globe: Prices are up an average of 8.1% in the world’s largest cities compared to last year.
Inflation is having a big impact on the cost of living across the globe: Prices are up an average of 8.1% in the world’s largest cities compared to last year.
Frozen raspberries recalled due to hepatitis A concerns
The FDA says testing revealed the presence of hepatitis A in the recalled frozen raspberries product, which was sold in nine U.S. states.
The FDA says testing revealed the presence of hepatitis A in the recalled frozen raspberries product, which was sold in nine U.S. states.
Recall: Oscar Mayer ham and cheese loaf potentially cross-contaminated with ‘under-processed products’
Consumers are urged to either throw out this food product or return it to wherever they purchased the item.
Consumers are urged to either throw out this food product or return it to wherever they purchased the item.
Taylor Swift fans sue Ticketmaster over concert ticket fiasco
The Swift fans' lawsuit alleges Ticketmaster engaged in antitrust violations, deceptive practices, fraud, and price-fixing during the ticket sale fiasco.
The Swift fans' lawsuit alleges Ticketmaster engaged in antitrust violations, deceptive practices, fraud, and price-fixing during the ticket sale fiasco.
New caucus in CA State Assembly hopes to bring more protection to renters
A group of California lawmakers has formed a new caucus to advocate for renters. About 44% of California residents are renting, but the caucus says they need more protections from abuse and rising costs.
A group of California lawmakers has formed a new caucus to advocate for renters. About 44% of California residents are renting, but the caucus says they need more protections from abuse and rising costs.
Gas prices fall to lowest level since February, GasBuddy data shows
“It’s entirely possible the national average price of gasoline could fall under $3 per gallon by Christmas,” Patrick De Haan at GasBuddy revealed.
“It’s entirely possible the national average price of gasoline could fall under $3 per gallon by Christmas,” Patrick De Haan at GasBuddy revealed.
Chick-fil-A selling 1st-ever merchandise collection inspired by menu items
The drop, called Chick-fil-A Originals Collection, includes sweatshirts, T-shirts, coffee mugs, trucker hats, socks, and even a blanket and pillow set.
The drop, called Chick-fil-A Originals Collection, includes sweatshirts, T-shirts, coffee mugs, trucker hats, socks, and even a blanket and pillow set.
Chipotle selling 'mystery boxes' with fan merchandise, hidden $500 gift cards
Chipotle said it hid $500 gift cards in some of the “mystery boxes,” and fans who order within the first 48 hours have a chance to score one.
Chipotle said it hid $500 gift cards in some of the “mystery boxes,” and fans who order within the first 48 hours have a chance to score one.
Green Sprouts recalls 10,500 stainless steel bottles, cups for toddlers over lead poisoning risk
Consumers are urged to throw out these products and to call Green Sprouts for a full refund. The voluntary recall covers 6-ounce Stainless Steel Sippy Cups, Sip & Straw Cups, and 8-ounce Stainless Steel Straw Bottles.
Consumers are urged to throw out these products and to call Green Sprouts for a full refund. The voluntary recall covers 6-ounce Stainless Steel Sippy Cups, Sip & Straw Cups, and 8-ounce Stainless Steel Straw Bottles.
Cyber Monday deals lure in shoppers amid high inflation
Consumers are hopping online to find more discounts on gifts that have increased in price due to inflation. The popular online shopping day is projected to rake in more than $11 billion in sales.
Consumers are hopping online to find more discounts on gifts that have increased in price due to inflation. The popular online shopping day is projected to rake in more than $11 billion in sales.
Inflation hovered over shoppers seeking deals on Black Friday
Cautious shoppers hunted for the best deals at stores and online as retailers offered new Black Friday discounts to entice consumers eager to start buying holiday gifts but weighed down by inflation.
Cautious shoppers hunted for the best deals at stores and online as retailers offered new Black Friday discounts to entice consumers eager to start buying holiday gifts but weighed down by inflation.
Black Friday: Lure of bargains will draw millions of shoppers to stores this holiday weekend
A new survey from the National Retail Federation reveals that, despite inflation, 8 million more people than last year plan to go searching for the best deals on items between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday.
A new survey from the National Retail Federation reveals that, despite inflation, 8 million more people than last year plan to go searching for the best deals on items between Thanksgiving and Cyber Monday.
Ford recalls over 634K SUVs due to fuel leaks and fire risk
Ford Motor Co. is recalling over 634,000 SUVs worldwide because a cracked fuel injector can spill fuel or leak vapors onto a hot engine and cause fires.
Ford Motor Co. is recalling over 634,000 SUVs worldwide because a cracked fuel injector can spill fuel or leak vapors onto a hot engine and cause fires.
Consumers should 'immediately' stop using Otteroo infant flotation rings following infant death, CPSC says
The CPSC has been made aware of 68 incidents where infants slipped through the rings.
The CPSC has been made aware of 68 incidents where infants slipped through the rings.
Thanksgiving 2022: What’s closed, what’s open and where to dine
Here's where you can go to dine and shop on Thanksgiving Day.
Here's where you can go to dine and shop on Thanksgiving Day.
Tesla recalls 300,000 vehicles over taillight software glitch
The glitch can make taillights go off intermittently, increasing the risk of a collision.
The glitch can make taillights go off intermittently, increasing the risk of a collision.
For sale: 'Goonies' house hits the market in Oregon for $1.65 million
The 1,935-square-foot home still features a pull-down ladder with an entrance to the attic, where “the Goonies” characters found an old treasure map in the 1985 cult classic.
The 1,935-square-foot home still features a pull-down ladder with an entrance to the attic, where “the Goonies” characters found an old treasure map in the 1985 cult classic.
Starbucks Red Cup Day 2022: How to get a free reusable cup
On Nov. 17, Starbucks is giving away free reusable red cups at participating U.S. stores. Here’s how to snag one.
On Nov. 17, Starbucks is giving away free reusable red cups at participating U.S. stores. Here’s how to snag one.
Nearly 1 in 5 people willing to pay $200 or more for their Christmas tree, survey finds
Although consumers are paring back their spending this holiday season, many won't give up the luxury of having a real Christmas tree.
Although consumers are paring back their spending this holiday season, many won't give up the luxury of having a real Christmas tree.