With new tariff hikes rippling through the U.S. economy, many businesses are beginning to feel the strain. From big-box retailers and automakers to online giants and local businesses, the impact of these rising duties has become hard to ignore. These new tariffs, many of which target goods from China, are increasing costs, squeezing profit margins, and forcing difficult decisions about pricing, ...
Viral Beauty Brand’s Sales Drop Significantly Amid Parent Company Struggles
A beauty brand made waves in the industry, capturing the attention of young consumers with its bold packaging and innovative formulas. The brand quickly blew up on social media, especially TikTok, as influencers and everyday users shared overwhelmingly positive reviews and tutorials. The brand's products were constantly selling out, becoming a beauty must-have for Gen Z and Gen Alpha. While ...
The 8 Best US Grocery Stores According to Customer Satisfaction
At the moment, customer satisfaction in the grocery sector is higher than ever before, with Americans expressing strong preferences about where they love to shop. Recently, the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) and other major surveys analyzed thousands of customer responses to determine which grocery stores truly stand out. Factors like product quality, value for money, store ...
USDA Approves Soda Ban for Food Stamps in First State
For the first time ever, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has allowed one state to ban the purchase of soda and energy drinks using food stamps. This change aims to encourage healthier food choices among low-income families. This change comes after years of debate about whether taxpayer money should be used to buy sugary drinks. While supporters believe that the ban could reduce ...
8 Common Fashion Items Disappearing from American Shelves Because of Tariffs
New tariffs are transforming the U.S. fashion scene like never before. More than 98% of the clothing sold in America is imported, and these tariffs, which mainly target goods from China, Vietnam, and Mexico, are driving up prices and straining supply chains. However, higher price tags are not the only issue here. Entire categories of apparel are disappearing from store shelves as brands cancel ...
Weird ’90s Fashion Trends That Refuse To Die
The '90s were a standout era for bold and quirky fashion trends, many of which are still around today. From the famous slip dress to the grunge-inspired plaid flannel shirt, these trends have been around for decades and are relevant to this day. Whether it's for nostalgia, comfort, or just fun, these "weird" fashion staples aren't going anywhere anytime soon. In this article, we will take a ...
Walmart Responds to Backlash Over Reinstating Harsh Policy
Walmart has brought back a controversial minimum basket fee for online orders paid with Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards, which has sparked widespread backlash. The $6.99 fee affects Walmart+ Assist members when their orders total less than $35. This fee was paused during the pandemic but is now being reinstated to cover the costs associated with picking and packing orders from ...
2nd Largest US Supermarket Promises No Price Hikes Despite Tariffs
Albertsons Companies, the second-largest supermarket chain in the United States, has taken a bold stand: it will not raise its prices in response to new tariffs. While many retailers, from grocers to beauty and fashion brands, brace consumers for higher costs amid rising global trade tensions and increased import duties, Albertsons is choosing a different path. Albertsons has vowed to shield ...