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November, 2025
Think before you click: The Black Friday buys to avoid
Amazon’s ‘Keep It’ returnless refunds are growing
Stop the sneaky subscriptions: how to actually cancel the stuff you don’t use
Black Friday travel hacks: How to find the best deals before they’re gone
Wendy’s will close 200 to 350 US restaurants
Thanksgiving deals to be thankful for -- the best Thanksgiving dinner deals
Where to trade-in old tech for the most money
Veterans Day freebies: where vets can eat, shop, and save on Nov. 11
Prime who? 12 popular stores that'll match Amazon’s lower price today
Holiday shoppers are starting early — and buying less
The extended warranty trap (and when a plan is worth it)
What to buy (and skip) this November
Your groceries are watching you: how loyalty programs track every move
Feast for four under $20: Target’s Thanksgiving meal deal simplifies hosting
Sneaky holiday scams are back in 2025: Do you know the red flags?
The Amazon Prime perks you either forgot about or never knew existed
Walmart’s app just grew up for the holidays and it’s a money-saver
How to spot fake and AI-created reviews: the 60 second test
Amazon is offering Thanksgiving dinner for five people for $25
October, 2025
Amazon doorstep returns quietly rolls out
How to make sure ConsumerAffairs shows up in your Google search
Smart tips to use social media to save real money
Target kicks off early Black Friday with massive markdowns across every aisle
Halloween freebies & food deals you can actually use
The 2025 holiday return-shipping 'gotchas' you need to know
Warehouse math: what to buy at Costco/Sam’s vs. the grocery store
Lululemon is introducing NFL-team gear: what fans should expect
Lidl’s Thanksgiving meal bundle comes in at $36
Target’s military discount: vets and active military score 10% off through Nov. 11
Americans stretch soap, toothpaste and paychecks as grocery bills soar
PayPal links up with ChatGPT to provide instant checkout
Gift Cards 101: The smart ways to buy, sell, and use them
Costco dropped its Black Friday ad early — here’s what’s new and how to shave membership cost
Walmart reveals its Black Friday plans will include three sales events
Open-Box vs. Refurb vs. 'Renewed': the real differences when buying electronics
Target’s Circle 360 'Rewards Event': Why it matters and how to play it smart
Get paid to shop: 4 clever apps that cut your bill
Tariff season meets holiday season: here’s where you’ll see higher prices
Holiday 'deals' exposed: 8 traps retailers set (and how to dodge them)
Shop smart, stay safe: How reviews can help you avoid holiday scams
Starbucks rewards may be costing loyal customers more
Ask, don’t hunt: how live chat unlocks hidden coupon codes
What role do private equity firms play in corporate bankruptcies?
How to serve Thanksgiving dinner for 10 people for under $40 at Walmart
IKEA raises prices as furniture tariffs hit retailer
Dollar General shares holiday gift deals
Score the low Walmart price without ever shopping at Walmart
Dollar Tree’s next chapter and what it means for your wallet
Holiday feast for less: Dollar General offers holiday meal bundles
Class action seeks damages for squeaky shoes
Product News: OshKosh, Apple TV and Peacock
Return-proof your online cart: the smart shopper’s 1-minute audit
Holiday shoppers hit pause: How tight budgets and tariff worries are changing gift lists
Starbucks for less: tips to save on your favorite fall beverage
Walmart and OpenAI are integrating AI into the shopping experience
Aldi is offering a Thanksgiving dinner for 10 people for $40
5 tricks to save on Halloween this year
BJ’s Wholesale Club releases 2025 top toys list
AI, expectations, and experience drive 2025’s top brand loyalty leaders
The last Rite Aid stores shut their doors
Is the dirty soda craze here to stay?
September, 2025
How to stretch your budget this Halloween
Online shopping comes to ChatGPT
A new way to check out: Target’s accessible self-checkout lands nationwide
Target releases its 2025 Top Toys List
Starbucks announces plans to close or convert ‘under-performing’ locations
Aldi introduces new private label brand
Walmart Deals sale slated for October 7-12
Tyson ditches corn syrup in major ingredient overhaul
Walmart prepares for holiday season with Top Toys List
Target Circle Week returns October 5-11
Your Halloween candy might cost a bit more this year
Bill in Congress would crack down on deceptive downsizing
Study finds growing role of dollar stores in Americans' diets
Sam's Club introduces label-free bottled water ... in China
Campbell’s to phase out artificial colors across its entire product line-up
Are you actually getting a good deal on Amazon?
Kraft Heinz splitting into two companies: What it means for consumers
August, 2025
Dollar General shares Labor Day Sales
Travis Kelce’s fashion brand inks deal with American Eagle
The do's and don'ts of Labor Day Shopping
Cracker Barrel backtracks on rebranding after customer backlash
European postal services halt U.S. shipments as tariff exemption ends
Keurig Dr Pepper to acquire JDE Peet’s, moving deeper into the coffee world
Ulta and Target to end in-store partnership in 2026
Tariffs are important but shrinkflation affects prices too
Target preps for Halloween early with big discounts
Fresh food joins Amazon’s Same-Day Delivery
Independent restaurants are facing steep challenges
Bed Bath & Beyond is back, with a new store in Nashville
Claire’s declares bankruptcy to find financial partners
Italian watchdog Hits Shein with $115M fine for greenwashing
July, 2025
Amazon rebuts WSJ report alleging price hikes on essentials
Tariffs raising prices at Shein, other Chinese 'fast fashion' sites
Shoppers prefer self-checkout for embarrassing items, study finds
Target shares details on 'Back to School-idays' sale
Aldi, Lidl, Trader Joe's nibbling away at traditional supermarkets
WSJ study says Amazon raises prices on essentials while Walmart cuts costs; Amazon denies it
Starbucks' pumpkin spice latte returns August 26
In-N-Out Burger eyes Tennessee for 35 new restaurants
Walmart's back-to-school sale has lower prices than last year
Milk, ice cream products are the latest to drop artificial dyes
Dollar General announces back-to-school sale
Costco launches '9 a.m. Club' for executive members
Walmart grapples with staffing crisis after migrant work permits are suspended
Don't let porch pirates ruin your Prime Day
June, 2025
No-Buy July gaining traction as Americans cut back on spending
McDonald's faces tumbling sales and consumer boycott
Smucker is the latest food company to ditch artificial dyes
Dollar General announces summer sale
Car grievances continue to dominate the list of consumer complaints
Starbucks is changing how it charges for matcha, flavor syrups
Target Circle Week is July 6-12
Walmart hosting six days of deals from July 8-13
Kroger plans to close 60 stores over the next 18 months
Best and worst buys for 4th of July
General Mills to remove certified colors from U.S. cereals by 2027
Kraft Heinz to eliminate artificial colors from U.S. products by 2027
Another retailer declares bankruptcy, but will continue operating
Young adults embrace 'No Buy' challenge to fight overspending
Why do consumers fall for fake online reviews?
Walmart expanding drone delivery to five U.S. cities
Grocery Outlet accused of deceptive price comparisons in Oregon
Buy Now, Pay Later trend surges as retailers adapt to consumer demand
Walgreens is offering discounts on summer essentials
P&G cutting 7,000 jobs, trimming product lines
Aldi is discounting over 400 items this summer
Report says Amazon developing humanoid delivery robots
Shein faces EU complaint over ‘dark patterns’ and pressure tactics
May, 2025
Target expands Circle 360 perks to over 100 retailers
Target boycott being extended to Dollar General
Kroger uses 'income predictor' to shape pricing, investigation finds
Dollar General is hosting a three-day Memorial Day weekend sale
Corporate America rebrands DEI but largely retains core programs
Home Depot pledges to keep lid on prices
Target shares opportunities for summer savings
Walmart warns it can't hold the line on prices forever
FDA approves three natural alternatives for food dyes in food, drinks
April, 2025
USDA withdraws proposed rule limiting Salmonella in raw poultry food
Target, Walmart foot traffic drops amid DEI boycotts, Costco gains ground
Tariffs are hitting coffee and tea prices, with few alternatives available
Forecasters warn of potential severe weather around Easter weekend
March, 2025
Forever 21 launches its ‘going out of business’ sales
Dollar Tree is selling Family Dollar for $1 billion
Small investors throwing money at a sinking stock market
When chewing gum, you may also be chewing lots of microplastics
DoorDash introduces buy now, pay later option
Fed sits it out again - no rate cut this spring
Heightened enforcement raises fears of immigration scams
Walmart, Amazon announce spring sales
Forever 21 files for bankruptcy
There’s been a sharp rise in cars selling for $100,000
Target's Circle Week sale is returning March 23-29
RFK Jr. targets food ingredient 'loophole,' aims for increased FDA oversight
LG ranges have a fire problem. LG's solution: a warning label
President Trump doesn’t rule out a recession
Rising utility costs are increasing financial pressure on consumers
Stanford researchers find new appetite-suppressing molecule similar to Ozempic
31 million Americans borrowed money last year to pay for healthcare
Warning! Watch for rising prices; tariffs may work but they're expensive
Friday's consumer boycott passed largely unnoticed but backers say they'll be back
February, 2025
Honda Fit tops the list as the most reliable used car for the money
What kind of challenges do restaurants face in 2025?
Chinese sellers are gaining on Walmart Marketplace at expense of U.S. merchants, research says
Millions of Avast software customers will receive compensation
Thirty-eight states urge a crackdown on counterfeit GLP-1 drugs
LGBTQ+ population in U.S. hits 9.3%, driven by younger generations
Just a bump on the head or a concussion? There’s an important distinction
Target is adding thousands of new affordably-priced beauty products
Two top consumer watchdog officials out at CFPB
Buying a new car? These models provide the most value
University pharmacy adopts talking prescription bottles
What to do if stopped by an ICE agent
Payday lenders collected $2.4 billion in fees in one year, report finds
Walmart is offering a Valentine's Day steak dinner for two for $50
County farm bureaus stand with farmers amid deportation fears
Are Valentine’s Day celebrations getting out of hand?
Costco, Teamsters reach tentative contract agreement
Gen Z to spend most on Valentine's Day gifts in 2025, survey says
Surging egg prices force Waffle House to add an egg surcharge
January, 2025
Starbucks announces menu cuts by the end of the year
The rich are more likely to rip off online merchants
Dollar General is expanding its private brand product line
GoFundMe could interfere with FEMA grants
Price-gouging, fraud, scams, low-ball property offers plague LA fire victims
Joann Fabrics declares bankruptcy and will seek a buyer
Watch out! Home equity 'investments' can backfire
USDA report on Boar’s Head meat recall finds ‘multiple failures’
Target is adding 2,000 new items to its wellness offerings
Walmart is offering consumers Game Day meal deal for $8 per person
Here’s a reason the norovirus bug seems to spread so easily
The threat of a port strike looms for Jan. 15
Experian sued for allegedly failing to investigate consumer disputes
How clean is your office workspace?
Restaurants could face a rocky 2025
'Significant increase' in texting toll scams, California AG says
Rural areas continued to attract people on the move in 2024
John Deere zero-turn mowers recalled
2024 by the numbers: recalls, breaches, dangerous food, privacy violations, scam calls and more
Feds sue Walmart in dispute over payments to delivery drivers
December, 2024
Starbucks workers win a round in their dispute with management
Grubhub to pay $25 million for unfair business practices
Four telecom companies warned to stop robocalls, 51 attorneys general say
Walmart announces holiday meal deal for less than $5 per person
How do you feel about your gas company?
Vacation Candles recalled because of fire and laceration hazards
Anker speakers recalled because of fire hazard
Federal regulators seek more clarity on food labels
Survey shows 10% of consumers lost a package to porch pirates in the last 12 months
Shoppers push back on tougher return policies
November, 2024
CFPB's payday lending rule takes effect March 30, court orders
Tech support scams now under tougher telemarketing regulations, FTC says
Amazon shares best buys for Black Friday, Cyber Monday
Consumers expect to spend more on gifts this year
What are the interest rate caps for loans in every U.S. state in 2024?
Most Americans lack means to be financially secure, report finds: Here's why
FTC sues Evolv over claims about its AI-powered security system
Jaguar recalls and buys back 2019 I-Pace EVs over battery fire risk
Safe food handling tips for Thanksgiving
How to avoid falling victim to scams this holiday season
Infant dies after consuming recalled ready-to-eat meat
Bogus Elon Musk scammed Florida woman, police say
Tortilla chips recalled because they contain undeclared gluten
Bicycle helmets sold at Walmart recalled due to head injury risk
BJ's to raise membership fees for the first time in seven years
Drug overdoses down in 2023, but are a big problem in these U.S. states
Do's and don'ts of Black Friday, Cyber Monday shopping
Payday advance app EarnIn sued over 300% APR loans
Feds check funeral homes for pricing information, find many laggards
New California law clarifies "best if used by" and "sell by" dates
Big discounts expected to draw a record number of Black Friday holiday shoppers
Bestar to pay $4 million for wall beds that killed someone
Walmart highlights biggest savings opportunities for Black Friday, Cyber Monday
Save money, go vegan, study recommends
Hallmark recalls Star Wars Christmas tree ornament because of mold exposure
'Delayed delivery' scam expected to increase with the holidays
DoorDash announces new features to make holiday shopping easier
The most popular toy brands for Christmas in 2024 by imports
Bicycle thefts were the worst in these U.S. states in 2023
Feds say Seek Capital is running a bogus business finance scheme
Advance Auto Parts is closing more than 700 stores
Planter boxes sold at Tractor Supply recalled for injury hazard
Tesla issues recall on over 2,400 Cybertrucks
Global Tel Link penalized for blocking fund transfers for prisoners
Could AI help you save on holiday shopping?
Govee space heaters recalled because of fire and burn hazard
Tanning beds and cancer go together, especially in New England
Sexually transmitted infections remain high but show signs of slowing
Onion soup mix recalled for undeclared allergen
CDC wants more bird flu testing for farm workers
Senators want Albertsons investigated for possible price gouging
California warns against intoxicating hemp food, beverages appealing to children
American Freight puts all of its furniture on sale as it shuts down
Babcock Dairy recalls mislabeled ice cream
Fed cuts interest rates but sorry, it probably won't lower mortgage rates
Something fishy about Seattle salmon
Dietary supplement recalled due to undeclared drugs
More retailers are sharing deals for Thanksgiving meals
Here’s why the election results have taken financial markets on a wild ride
Banking app Dave lied about cash advances and charged hidden fees, FTC alleges
Winnebago recalls RVs because of door problems
Debt collectors sue Consumer Financial Protection Bureau over medical debt rules
Younger Americans likelier to use recalled products in 2024, survey finds
New chemical may prevent E. Coli, Salmonella in food
Savencia Cheese recalls soft cheeses due to listeria risk
More than $17 million going to users of cash advance app Brigit, FTC says
Arizona now provides home delivery of cannabis
Debt collector tricked consumers into paying more than $7.6 million in bogus debt: FTC
Class action suit filed against Colsen Fire Pits
TGI Fridays declares bankruptcy
Wendy's is closing 140 restaurants
A Tu Gusto recalls more than 7,000 pounds of uninspected meat
October, 2024
Consumers trying harder to avoid identity theft after crimes jumped
Home alone: Americans spending more time at home post-pandemic
Most phone companies haven't done enough to stop robocalls, report says
Sixteen state attorneys general call for price gouging ban
Humane recalls charge case accessory due to fire hazard
60,000 Wawa-branded tumblers recalled after metal straw cut mouths, hands
Subway shorts customers on meat, lawsuit charges
Ring Doorbell offers prize for evidence ghosts have approached the front door
A quarter of all households are living paycheck to paycheck
Uber, Lyft offer discounts on rides for consumers to vote on Election Day
Lunar Capital Ventures promised the moon but the offer was eclipsed
The DNA scam is the latest version of the jury duty scam
Chase begins suing people who made illegal withdrawals from ATMs
Baby powder recalled because it may contain asbestos
Chicken Caesar salad bowls recalled due to listeria risk
Consumer tastes in flux as another holiday shopping season approaches
What’s driving the price of gold higher?
Walmart announces Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals
Target's Thanksgiving meal deal is $5 less than last year
Hallmark introduces new two-in-one greeting card and gift card
Sprouts recalls its Chicken Street Taco kits that may be tainted with listeria
Smoked salmon sold at Costco recalled due to listeria risk
Halloween candy spending to hit record $4.1 billion in 2024
Judge halts Coach-Michael Kors merger
Another company recalls its off-road vehicles
Commercial Pro weight sets recalled for impact injury hazard
Stop using AILUKI cordless drills, safety regulators warn
FDA recalls thousands of bottles of antidepressants over toxic chemicals
Chad & Jake children's robes recalled because they are flammable
Industry groups seek to block ‘Click to Cancel’ rule
Denny’s will close 150 restaurants
Target promises lower prices on 2,000 items heading into the holidays
Here’s why more restaurants and drugstores are closing
Best Buy is getting a jump on Black Friday shopping
Walmart's Thanksgiving meal will run less than $7 per person
Gold reaches another record high
Food delivery service has a new leader in customer satisfaction
FTC's click-to-cancel rule finalized making subscriptions easier to cancel
Bed Bath & Beyond is regaining a brick-and-mortar presence
Club stores trying to outshine traditional counterparts. Is it working?
As Halloween approaches, most candy prices have declined
Walgreens is closing 1,200 stores
True Value declaring bankruptcy, selling itself to a competitor
7-Eleven will close 444 stores
How did Temu become the world's Number 2 e-shopping site?
Spirit Halloween set to open nearly a dozen ‘Spirit Christmas’ stores this fall
Consumer complaint over “no preservative” claim spurs class action lawsuit against Walmart
Fast food drive-thrus are getting so good they might get a speeding ticket
It'll cost more to enter the Mega Millions lottery in 2025
Helene’s victims’ nerves are fried and they’re taking it out on companies
Is Microsoft kissing software subscriptions goodbye?
Albertsons to pay $3.9 million for overcharging customers
Target, BJ's share top toys of the holiday season
What’s your favorite convenience store? Here’s how they stack up
Major fast food chain introduces a “name your own price” promotion
September, 2024
Lowe’s and Home Depot join the hurricane relief efforts
National Taco Day happens this week
Which stores let you keep returned goods while still giving refunds?
Free coffee nationwide this weekend!
California bans plastic bags at check-out
Walmart announces plans for the upcoming holiday season
Markdown magic: Using 'Best By' dates to your your advantage at grocers
Explaining tariffs to the consumer: More than just a political debate.
Hershey's popular flavors are coming to wellness supplements
Tupperware declares bankruptcy and is seeking a buyer
Who, us? Kroger CEO says it’s not gouging anyone
How customers ranked PC, TV and appliance companies in 2024
Organized retail crime raising prices, reducing jobs
Boar’s Head closes plant linked to listeria outbreak
Here’s where the price of pet food has gone up the most
Domino’s takes its shot at shrinkflation with major deal
Stores are opening and closing like crazy. Is your favorite store one?
Quick-service diners eating at new places and getting picky on price
Walmart getting into the secondhand game
Walmart unveils 2024 Top Toys list
Big Lots files for bankruptcy, will sell its business
Shein, Temu under investigation by U.S. Product Safety Commission
LL Flooring, formerly Lumber Liquidators, is closing all stores
Grocers are adding more private labels to store shelves, cutting food costs
Online wars continue; Walmart grows its online seller list by 50%
What are the hot toys predicted to be this holiday? Retail guru shares research.
August, 2024
Temu's market value slashed on poor earnings report
Stop & Shop to stop selling cigarettes, tobacco products
Costco implements new membership policies: what you need to know
Consumers paying more 'cash-back' fees on card purchases
Smaller TikTok influencers outpace the big guys in user engagement
The trial to block the Kroger-Albertsons merger is underway
Bankrupt Red Lobster is closing 23 more restaurants
Buying a used Peloton? You'll need to pay a $95 activation fee
Amazon expands grocery delivery with a heavily discounted annual plan
Walmart reportedly offering Burger King discounts with a Walmart+ subscription
Target adds hundreds of new fall flavor food items
Kroger-Albertson's merger heats up in final moments
Grocers push back against Kamala Harris’ price-gouging claim
Shopping hackers shares secrets on how to squeeze the most out of Goodwill
Walmart, Kroger pledge to bring down grocery prices
Candy producer Mars gets bigger with the acquisition of Kellanova
Consumers are turning to online grocery shopping to save money
Lawmakers raise concerns about 'surge pricing' at Kroger
Black beans to coffee beans: Chipotle chief heads to Starbucks
Customer service is declining and consumers aren't happy about it
Chuck E. Cheese introduces subscription plan to win back customers
Back-to-school supplies: A 2023 to 2024 price comparison
More restaurants enter the 'value meal' fray
The Federal Trade Commission wants grocers to lower prices
Dollar General launches its back-to-school sale
Big Lots announces it will close nearly 300 stores
You can get your pumpkin spice fix today at 7-Eleven
July, 2024
HP offers new financing plans to credit-challenged consumers
Give Target your old jeans and they’ll give you 20% off a new pair
After being accused of shrinkflation, Chipotle is serving up more
Conn’s declares bankruptcy, will close stores
Walmart's back-to-school sale features thousands of items under $10
School supplies will set you back $300 this year, but there are ways to save
Worried shoppers are finding deals at these retailers in 2024
Dollar General settles OSHA complaint for $12 million
Costco to raise membership fee for the first time in 7 years
Redbox is toast. Could Big Lots be next?
These restaurant chains rule in customer satisfaction
Sam’s Club Plus members are losing their free shipping perk
Map shows 579 Safeway, Albertsons, other grocery stores to be sold to C&S
Target's back-to-school sale features 20 items for under $20
Walmart faces lawsuit claiming deceptive pricing
Would you pay $2,700 for a purse that cost $57 to make?
Target will stop accepting checks in the checkout line
FDA ban on additive in beverages is effective August 2
The fast food value deals war takes on two more players
A July 4th cookout is a lot more expensive than it was in 2019
Buying jewelry? You need to know what’s going on with gold prices.
June, 2024
A major topping revamp is underway at Pizza Hut
Walgreens is planning to close a significant number of stores
Are dollar stores no longer welcome in rural America?
Threats to U.S. inspectors has paused imports of avocados from Mexico
Walmart is hosting another summer sale
Grocery and beverage prices up and down for the 4th of July
Google adds shopping features to help consumers find summer sales
Walmart+ Week beats Amazon’s Prime Week to the punch
New data show shrinkflation isn't as big of a problem as people think
The 'spave' you crave could lead you to the grave, financial experts warn
Walmart is adding drone delivery option to its mobile app
Dollar Tree could be selling the Family Dollar brand of stores
Wendy's introduces new saucy chicken nuggets
Inflation watch: The chicken and the egg price saga continues
Yikes! Inflation pushes orange juice to its highest price ever.
May, 2024
Visa and Mastercard agree to settlement of lawsuit over ATM fees
Kroger and Giant are getting tough on shoplifters
Walgreens will cut prices on 1,300 items to help consumers cope with inflation
Chick-fil-A launches the new Maple Pepper Bacon Sandwich
Instacart will now deliver items from The Home Depot
Walmart ends credit card relationship with Capital One
Wendy’s 1-cent burger deal aimed at inflation-weary consumers
Burger King will match McDonald’s $5 meal deal
Chicken promotions soar as meat prices skyrocket
Red Lobster reviewers say Endless Shrimp isn’t the only reason for bankruptcy
Target is lowering the prices of 5,000 frequently bought items
Red Lobster closes 50 restaurants as it tries to avoid bankruptcy
There's a major change to Costco's membership that members might not like
Who makes all those store brands? You might be surprised.
Panera reportedly dropping its ‘Charged’ beverages
Here are the products most affected by 'shrinkflation'
‘Personalized pricing’ means the price isn’t the same for everyone
Sam's Club is using AI to speed up shoppers' store exits
Could Disney+ be coming to Kroger? Companies hint at streaming partnership.
April, 2024
Walmart introduces a new grocery discount brand, bettergoods
Walmart extends late-night delivery hours to midnight
Facing bankruptcy, Express Clothing will close 100 stores
Congress is about to take on 'shrinkflation'
Wayfair's first brick-and-mortar store to open in Illinois
Pesticide and lead continue to be found in food products
Here are some simple ways to save money on groceries
A major shift for WIC food program in the works
Hidden fees continue to show up at restaurants
Here's how much more you're paying at fast food restaurants
This is why chocolate prices are going through the roof
Here are the most popular alcoholic beverages in every state
March, 2024
April Fools’ Day and Eclipse promotions move to the front of the menu
Amazon, CVS share new medication delivery services
A new round of Easter and April sales is starting to explode
In an era of inflation, why are dollar stores struggling?
Goodwill employees share secrets to shop like a pro
Chick-fil-A backs away from its ‘no antibiotics’ pledge
Dollar Tree is raising prices again this year
ALDI gets even more aggressive, plans 800 new stores
Target takes on Prime and Walmart+ with new membership programs
February, 2024
Here are five things to consider buying in March
Wendy's walks back statement on surge pricing
What are the best grocery stores in America? Poll results are surprising.
Target launches discount brand dealworthy for inflation-battered consumers
Here's how bad 'shrinkflation' is getting
Savvy shopping at Walmart: Beyond the everyday low price
January, 2024
Consumers name their favorite restaurant chains
Walmart introduces a virtual optical try-on feature
Ethnic grocers can be cheaper, better, and fresher than chain grocers
Did something fishy go on with Applebee’s Date Night Passes?
The insulated Stanley cup becomes 2024’s first consumer sensation
December, 2023
Chatbots making you crazy? Maybe this’ll ease your pain a bit.
What to know about returning holiday gifts this season
Super Saturday: the last big sale day left
Amazon and Google turn up the volume on finding holiday savings
Major shippers release their holiday delivery schedules
Target offers extended holiday store hours, last-minute gift ideas
You can score a holiday meal for four for under $25 at Target
Can’t decide what to buy the kids for the holidays? Here’s what they’re asking for.
November, 2023
Buying a DNA kit for a holiday gift? You might get a headache instead.
Here are the best and worst holiday buys of December
Target drops Cyber Monday deals, plus discounts all December long
Travel Tuesday is becoming a 'real' thing
Here’s your guide to the start of the holiday shopping weekend
Black Friday vs. Cyber Monday: Everything you need to know.
Delivery firms and consumers brace for a holiday season of porch piracy
Best Buy's Black Friday deals set to start November 17
Macy's Black Friday deals are live now
More grocery stores are opening restaurants but charging less
JCPenney's Black Friday prices are taking shoppers back to 2019
Amazon previews Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales
Target the first retailer to offer a $25 Thanksgiving dinner
Kohl's readies for month-long Black Friday deals
Who makes the best mattress? Consumers weigh in.
Etsy gets a new competitor focused on original arts and crafts
October, 2023
Have grocery chains finally found their delivery groove?
Kohl’s goes Sale’ing like its life depends on it
Free phones, free Apple TV, and 4 lines for $100? Yep.
Are you ready for Black Friday deals? Target is!
Secondhand is quickly becoming the new way to shop and save
Resuming student loan payments? Get a free Domino's pizza.
Halloween candy prices are downright scary
Are cash back programs worth the time and effort?
You can save on Thanksgiving dinner at Walmart and Aldi
Once left for dead, Toys R Us continues its comeback
The demise of the restaurant dining room continues
New promo from Domino's can score you a free two-topping pizza
Target prepares for the holidays with toys under $25
Uber will now save you the trip to the Post Office, UPS or FedEx
Target closing nine stores due to crime and shoplifting
Costco membership fees will go up -- just not right now
Here are the best (and worst) states to buy alcohol
Halloween candy is more costly this year. Here's where prices have risen the most.
Which fast food restaurant has sped up its drive-thru lane the most?
September, 2023
Here’s what you may be wasting money on
Walmart now offers automatic deliveries in its app
Rite Aid reportedly considering closing hundreds of stores
Panera simplifies ordering on its mobile app
Target joins October holiday sales rush with new sale
Walmart schedules 'Holiday Kickoff' October 9-12
Walmart adds in-store police station to curb shoplifting
TikTok videos offer shoplifting tips
Walmart launches express late-night delivery
Walmart goes discount crazy, marking 1,000+ items 70% off
FTC calls out Hey, Dude on refund and shipping promises
Chick-fil-A makes moves to speed customer service
Theft forces retailers to push back in ways you may not like
Hallmark launches new gift card with Venmo
August, 2023
Walmart's Restored Premium offers like-new deals
Walmart releases 2023 Top Toys List for the holidays
'Fake discounts' – the latest shopping challenge
Getting your food at Wendy's is about to get a lot faster
WalMart’ wants to party like it's 1989
Free stuff from Amazon? Yes, and Costco and Target, too.
Target Drive Up now includes Starbucks
Pumpkin spice is back at 7-Eleven...in August!
Google tries to make shopping for back-to-school deals easier
July, 2023
Shopping in August? Here are the best deals.
Walmart+ memberships are now available at half price for consumers receiving government assistance
In San Francisco, Walgreens padlocks freezers to deter shoplifters
Domino's enters into new partnership with Uber Eats, expanding how consumers can order
Kroger is pulling the plug on its Rewards debit card program
'Greedflation' is keeping food and consumer prices high, consumer advocates charge
Walmart and Target announce first back-to-school sales
Restaurants make a major shift in their apps, adding surprises to lure customers
June, 2023
Goodbye, Bed Bath & Beyond? Yes and no.
Say goodbye to membership sharing at Costco
Want to get pizza delivered at the beach? Domino's can now do that.
Target joins the summer sales events with Target Circle Week July 9-15
One more 'junk fee' is hitting customers of 85,000 restaurants and bars
Walmart+ Week is going head to head with Amazon's Prime Day
How to prepare for big 4th of July sales
You may begin to see more retail merchandise behind lock and key
Walgreens’ new anti-theft efforts have customers fuming
Panera adds more drive-thrus while the industry moves toward gamification
May, 2023
Toys R Us is coming to an airport near you
Consumers can now track their Uber Eats orders with Alexa
Wayfair uses virtual reality to launch Digital Design Studio
Fast Food restaurants would rather you not come inside
Panera Bread to host ‘MyPanera Week’ with discounts and savings on food and merchandise
April, 2023
Bed Bath & Beyond files for bankruptcy -- but stores and website remain open
Uber Eats will now deliver food for your pets
Domino's partnership with Apple CarPlay allows consumers to order pizza from their cars
Starbucks’ Oleato coffee drinks are reportedly causing 'gurgling stomachs, burning throats'
Are Peeps Easter candies safe? It all depends on who you ask
Walmart revamps its website to improve consumers' experience
March, 2023
Target offers consumers a chance to buy liquidated items at huge discounts. Who knew?
DoorDash joins forces with several retailers to expand offerings to consumers
FTC wants consumers to be able to ‘click to cancel’ subscriptions
Like a fortune teller, Panera will start reading your palms
A Chick-fil-A fan? You'll have to gather more loyalty points to get free food
Eggs are so expensive a discount chain will no longer sell them
Consumers increasingly seek ‘revenge’ for poor customer service, study finds
An online grocery with a completely different twist has moved on the scene
Are you suffering from ‘tipping fatigue?’ Many consumers say they are
Why are all the fast food restaurant apps updating non-stop?
February, 2023
Consumers are focusing on spending on essential purchases, new survey finds
January, 2023
FTC calls Pyrex maker on the carpet for “Made in America” claims
Consumers are planning to spend the same or more on retail in 2023, survey finds
Industry group says detergents meet new environmental standards set by New York
The price of eggs is exploding again, putting restaurateurs and homemakers in a tough position
December, 2022
Spoiler alert: If you don’t like your Christmas present, you might have to pay to return it
A simple text message can now get you a Walmart order
FedEx gives the consumer a big time gift – no-box, no-label returns!
Is Dollar Tree coming to the rescue for cost-conscious grocery shoppers?
November, 2022
Ingredients for Thanksgiving dinner will be available at last year's prices at Walmart
What to expect from Amazon's Black Friday sales
Walmart comes to the defense of their customers, telling suppliers no more high prices!
Target is redesigning stores to be larger, more modern
Two new surveys highlight inflation's impact on holiday spending
Grocery store products are shrinking, but guess what? Prices aren’t.
October, 2022
Macy's announces plans for early Black Friday deals
Get your Thanksgiving turkey NOW – or else
Walmart announces plans for month-long Black Friday deals
NFL to host first Black Friday game in 2023 on Prime Video
Toys R Us’ to hold nine days of events, giveaways to celebrate grand opening in Macy’s stores
New Delta-Starbucks partnership gives rewards members more benefits
Target unveils season-long Black Friday deals, plus Deal of the Day
A dollar for a first-class stamp? Don’t be surprised.
Walmart hosting holiday rollback sale October 10-13
Retailers are rolling out deals for consumers who want to start holiday shopping now
Kohl's is the latest retailer to announce big holiday savings plans in October
September, 2022
More consumers opting for quality over price, new survey finds
When it comes to consumer satisfaction among online retailers, it’s heavens to Etsy
Walmart is going all in on new return options and promising seamless holiday deliveries
Target and Walmart work to give shoppers more value this holiday season
Groceries at 50% off? Yes, but it’s timing that counts.
Instacart's new technology connects in-person and online shopping
New tech recycling program at Staples rewards consumers with cash
Customer satisfaction is nearing its lowest point ever, a new study suggests
Walmart updates virtual try-on with technology that allows shoppers to be their own model
Inflation is likely to affect consumers' holiday shopping plans
A pending rail strike could make inflation even worse
Oops! Major retailers bought too much and are offering shoppers deals to take it off their hands
August, 2022
Fast food prices are going one way – up
Walmart unveils top toys of 2022 ahead of the holiday season
Holiday shopping deals are coming early this year, suggests one retail expert
Lunch meat prices are on the rise in the heart of back-to-school season
Consumers can now get school supplies delivered with Uber Eats
July, 2022
More businesses are charging fees for using credit or debit cards
Businesses continue to struggle to find employees
Starbucks responds to rising crime by closing 16 stores
Supply issues, labor costs, and high fuel prices continue driving up food prices
June, 2022
Grocery shoppers are turning to private brands in growing numbers, suggests a new study
Drinking coffee before shopping may make consumers spend more money, study finds
May, 2022
Walmart expands drone delivery to 4 million households
Federal agencies look for solutions to infant formula shortage
Consumers detail problems with Planet Fitness cancellation policies
April, 2022
Top reviews influence consumers' buying more than products with high ratings, study finds
March, 2022
Starbucks to remove disposable cups and other single-use plastics
Consumers express frustrations with companies that automate customer service
January, 2022
More than a third of consumers ran up $1,249 in holiday debt, survey finds
December, 2021
November, 2021
October, 2021
FTC to crack down on companies using fake reviews and misleading endorsements
AT&T customers report concerns about trade-in and upgrade promotions
September, 2021
Dollar Tree to raise its prices as inflation increases
Costco is combating product shortages by reimposing purchase limits
Albertsons and DoorDash partner to create more synergy in the delivery game
August, 2021
Supply chain issues could affect the holiday shopping season
July, 2021
Coffee prices to spike as cold weather threatens Brazilian crops
June, 2021
What to look for in a gold investment company
Starbucks is resuming its reusable coffee cup policy on June 22
Walmart adds prescription discounts to its Walmart+ membership program
May, 2021
7 items you need for bathtub safety
Product reviews affect consumers' online shopping decisions, study finds
Kroger to start testing drone delivery of bundled grocery items
April, 2021
Budweiser offers consumers free beer if they get vaccinated against COVID-19
March, 2021
10 productivity tools you need to work from home
8 dog breeds that live the longest
Krispy Kreme to give free doughnuts to customers who show their vaccination record card
February, 2021
December, 2020
Stein Mart gets rescued from bankruptcy and will return as an online venture
October, 2020
September, 2020
Spending on cleaning supplies has risen 34 percent in the last six months
August, 2020
KFC to stop using ‘It’s Finger Lickin’ Good’ slogan during pandemic
USPS issues are forcing the VA to find other ways of shipping medications to vets
July, 2020
Our favorite cleaning service apps
What to do after you sell your car
June, 2020
Macy’s to cut 4,000 jobs due to COVID-19
6 reasons you may enjoy taking up golf as a hobby
May, 2020
Johnson & Johnson to stop selling talc powder products in North America
December, 2019
November, 2019
A.C. Moore to close all store locations
Consumers expected to spend more — and ship more — this holiday season
October, 2019
New study finds most consumers prefer experiences over things
August, 2019
July, 2019
Study finds many brands leave consumers ‘upset and disappointed’
June, 2019
Target announces online sale to compete with Amazon’s Prime Day
Walmart ups the ante in the grocery delivery contest
Poor customer service can impact more than just those who experience it
April, 2019
Cosmetics industry crushes California’s proposal to ban potentially toxic ingredients
Burger King offering the Impossible Burger at select locations
February, 2019
New consumer loyalty study shows consumers expect more from brands
January, 2019
December, 2018
Johnson & Johnson isn’t the only one who uses talc. Is it time to ditch all powdered makeup?
October, 2018
September, 2018
August, 2018
Kroger launches free grocery delivery service for orders over $35
July, 2018
April, 2018
March, 2018
January, 2018
Kroger moves to implement its own cashless checkout system
California authorities, feds grapple with legal weed and safe driving
December, 2017
November, 2017
September, 2017
Electronics top the list of potential 2017 Black Friday bargains
August, 2017
Police departments offer places to complete online transactions
July, 2017
June, 2017
May, 2017
It's a mattress in a box, not a collapsing office tower
Why paying users to write reviews of products is probably a bad idea
March, 2017
February, 2017
January, 2017
Super Bowl parties don't have to be built around alcohol
USDA proposes new rule for organic meat products
MyPillow gets a rude awakening as the Better Business Bureau gives it an F
December, 2016
November, 2016
September, 2016
August, 2016
It's not a dream: My Pillow hit for $1.1 million in unpaid NY sales tax
July, 2016
Retailers with wi-fi hotspots find they need to block porn
Portable AC unit uses gel-filled ice pack to cool small spaces
June, 2016
May, 2016
Craigslist app's new 'Safe Meeting Places' feature aims to make transactions safer
April, 2016
March, 2016
Whole Foods commits to slow-growing chickens, better living conditions
December, 2015
November, 2015
September, 2015
Pop culture a major influence on this year's Halloween costumes
May, 2015
FTC: Root problem with Get Away Grey is that it doesn't work
February, 2015
Cheap chocolate candy? Might not be chocolate after all
Three food trends turning the industry upside down
Guess what? UPS doesn't like you either
GNC, Target, Walmart, Walgreens selling bogus herbal supplements, NY charges
January, 2015
Real chocolate or compound chocolate? We won't get fooled again
December, 2014
Here's a super-easy way to get around Keurig 2.0 DRM restrictions
November, 2014
Buried in a blizzard? Here's a five-dollar emergency heat source for your car
October, 2014
August, 2014
Keurig competitors crack company's DRM code
Triclosan is becoming the scourge of the month; Colgate defends it
June, 2014
Non-disparagement clauses: a new way to get nothing for something
March, 2014
Sally Beauty customers: beware the latest credit card hacking
December, 2013
November, 2013
October, 2013
Sears Maintenance Agreements -- a good investment?