Jordyn Holman
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Daniel Lubetzky Joins ‘Shark Tank’ as Mark Cuban Departs
Daniel Lubetzky, the founder of the Kind snack company, began appearing as a guest on “Shark Tank” five years ago. Soon he’ll have a permanent...
Macy’s Reports Lower Sales as Shoppers Cut Back
Department store chains have struggled as consumers, squeezed by budget constraints, spend less time and money at their stores.
Walmart Sees Higher Sales From Picky Shoppers
The retail giant raised its forecasts as it attracted bargain-hunting shoppers strained by inflation, drawing in high-income households in particular.
How the ‘Glass Cliff Effect’ Sets Women Up for Failure
The term, which traces to 2005, describes a phenomenon where companies appoint women to leadership roles in moments of crisis, which can set them up...
Target Tests an A.I. Tool to Help Its Workers Aid Shoppers
The retailer is rolling out a chatbot to help workers answer questions from shoppers — and workers.
Ampla, a Lender to Consumer Brands, Faces Financial Struggles
Ampla, which lent money to smaller businesses that sold clothing, home furnishings and other items directly to consumers, is struggling financially and seeking a buyer.
Macy’s Reports Another Drop in Sales but Sees ‘Traction’ in Turnaround
The largest department store chain in the United States has not reported an increase in comparable-store sales since early 2022.
Walmart Opens the Year With Stronger Sales and Profit
The largest U.S. retailer had robust quarterly results and an upbeat outlook, giving insight into how consumers are weathering high interest rates.
Walmart Is Shutting Health Centers After Plan to Expand
The 51 locations, next to Supercenters, proved too costly to be profitable, the retailer said.
Walmart Introduces a New Store Brand for ‘Quality Food’
The Better Goods store brand will carry plant-based, gluten-free and higher-end food and could help the retailer attract more affluent shoppers.