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Target launches new paid membership program in a bid to drive sales at a time of cautious spending

Target has been trying to strike the right balance between offering good value while also infusing its stores with trendy goods. NEW YORK —...

Walmart to build or convert 150-plus stores in next 5 years. It hasn’t opened new stores in 3 years

Walmart officials have already confirmed where the first two new stores will be opened. NEW YORK — Walmart said Wednesday it plans to build...

Retail sales up 0.6% as strong job marked helped to fuel a strong holiday sales season

Despite the positive trend for the economy in recent months, many consumers are still pessimistic. NEW YORK — Americans stepped up their spending even...

Elon Musk: Twitter will change logo, say goodbye to 'all the birds'

The latest big change comes as Twitter faces new competition in the form of Meta's new app, Threads. NEW YORK — Elon Musk said...

Target removes some Pride merchandise from stores after threats to workers

Target has also moved Pride merchandise from the front to the back of some Southern stores after confrontations and backlash from shoppers in those areas....

Retail sales up 0.4% in April from March, first increase since January

Spending by Americans has remained resilient with signs of weakness elsewhere in the economy. NEW YORK — Consumers picked up their spending modestly in...

Party City files for bankruptcy

Party City said more than 800 company-owned and franchise stores throughout North America will remain open, and customers can still shop on the company website....

Bed Bath & Beyond warns on continuing as a 'going concern'

The struggling company saw dismal sales over the holiday. NEW YORK — Struggling Bed Bath & Beyond warned on Thursday that there's substantial doubt...

Inflation weighs down on Black Friday shoppers

This year's trends are a contrast from a year ago when consumers were buying early out of fear of not getting what they needed amid...

Goodwill launches new online store

Secondhand clothing is expected to see some serious growth compared to retail as customers deal with inflation. NEW YORK — Thrifters who flock to...

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