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October, 2024
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
FTC's click-to-cancel rule finalized making subscriptions easier to cancel
Club stores trying to outshine traditional counterparts. Is it working?
As Halloween approaches, most candy prices have declined
How did Temu become the world's Number 2 e-shopping site?
It'll cost more to enter the Mega Millions lottery in 2025
Is Microsoft kissing software subscriptions goodbye?
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?
California bans plastic bags at check-out
Markdown magic: Using 'Best By' dates to your your advantage at grocers
Explaining tariffs to the consumer: More than just a political debate.
Who, us? Kroger CEO says it’s not gouging anyone
Organized retail crime raising prices, reducing jobs
Boar’s Head closes plant linked to listeria outbreak
Domino’s takes its shot at shrinkflation with major deal
Shein, Temu under investigation by U.S. Product Safety Commission
August, 2024
Temu's market value slashed on poor earnings report
Stop & Shop to stop selling cigarettes, tobacco products
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
Buying a used Peloton? You'll need to pay a $95 activation fee
Amazon expands grocery delivery with a heavily discounted annual plan
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
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
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
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
School supplies will set you back $300 this year, but there are ways to save
Costco to raise membership fee for the first time in 7 years
Redbox is toast. Could Big Lots be next?
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
Would you pay $2,700 for a purse that cost $57 to make?
Target will stop accepting checks in the checkout line
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
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
Dollar Tree could be selling the Family Dollar brand of stores
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
Instacart will now deliver items from The Home Depot
Wendy’s 1-cent burger deal aimed at inflation-weary consumers
Chicken promotions soar as meat prices skyrocket
Target is lowering the prices of 5,000 frequently bought items
There's a major change to Costco's membership that members might not like
Who makes all those store brands? You might be surprised.
Here are the products most affected by 'shrinkflation'
‘Personalized pricing’ means the price isn’t the same for everyone
Could Disney+ be coming to Kroger? Companies hint at streaming partnership.
April, 2024
Congress is about to take on 'shrinkflation'
Wayfair's first brick-and-mortar store to open in Illinois
Here are some simple ways to save money on groceries
March, 2024
Amazon, CVS share new medication delivery services
Goodwill employees share secrets to shop like a pro
Chick-fil-A backs away from its ‘no antibiotics’ pledge
February, 2024
Here are five things to consider buying in March
Wendy's walks back statement on surge pricing
Target launches discount brand dealworthy for inflation-battered consumers
January, 2024
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.
November, 2023
More grocery stores are opening restaurants but charging less
Target the first retailer to offer a $25 Thanksgiving dinner
Etsy gets a new competitor focused on original arts and crafts
October, 2023
Have grocery chains finally found their delivery groove?
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?
New promo from Domino's can score you a free two-topping pizza
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.
September, 2023
Here’s what you may be wasting money on
Panera simplifies ordering on its mobile app
FTC calls out Hey, Dude on refund and shipping promises
Hallmark launches new gift card with Venmo
August, 2023
'Fake discounts' – the latest shopping challenge
Free stuff from Amazon? Yes, and Costco and Target, too.
Target Drive Up now includes Starbucks
Google tries to make shopping for back-to-school deals easier
July, 2023
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
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.
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
April, 2023
Domino's partnership with Apple CarPlay allows consumers to order pizza from their cars
Are Peeps Easter candies safe? It all depends on who you ask
March, 2023
FTC wants consumers to be able to ‘click to cancel’ subscriptions
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
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
FedEx gives the consumer a big time gift – no-box, no-label returns!
November, 2022
Target is redesigning stores to be larger, more modern
Grocery store products are shrinking, but guess what? Prices aren’t.
October, 2022
Get your Thanksgiving turkey NOW – or else
New Delta-Starbucks partnership gives rewards members more benefits
September, 2022
More consumers opting for quality over price, new survey finds
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
August, 2022
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
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
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
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
July, 2021
Coffee prices to spike as cold weather threatens Brazilian crops
June, 2021
Starbucks is resuming its reusable coffee cup policy on June 22
May, 2021
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
Krispy Kreme to give free doughnuts to customers who show their vaccination record card
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
June, 2020
Macy’s to cut 4,000 jobs due to COVID-19
May, 2020
Johnson & Johnson to stop selling talc powder products in North America
November, 2019
October, 2019
New study finds most consumers prefer experiences over things
July, 2019
Study finds many brands leave consumers ‘upset and disappointed’
June, 2019
Target announces online sale to compete with Amazon’s Prime Day
April, 2019
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
August, 2018
Kroger launches free grocery delivery service for orders over $35
July, 2018
April, 2018
January, 2018
Kroger moves to implement its own cashless checkout system
California authorities, feds grapple with legal weed and safe driving
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
USDA proposes new rule for organic meat products
MyPillow gets a rude awakening as the Better Business Bureau gives it an F
September, 2016
August, 2016
It's not a dream: My Pillow hit for $1.1 million in unpaid NY sales tax
July, 2016
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
December, 2015
November, 2015
February, 2015
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
June, 2014
March, 2014
November, 2013
October, 2013
Beware Paula Deen's flaky cookware
Consumers find leather furniture doesn't live up to its billing
August, 2013
July, 2013
May, 2013
February, 2013
July, 2012
November, 2011
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