Retail
Why is Halloween starting so much earlier each year? A business professor explains
Why is Halloween starting so much earlier each year? A business professor explains Halloween has become increasingly commercialized over the years, leading to its earlier start. The National Retail Federation’s survey shows that nearly three-quarters of Americans plan to celebrate Halloween in 2025, up from slightly more than half in 2005. Total spending on Halloween […]
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Starbucks wants you to stay awhile – but shuttering its mobile-only pickup locations could be a risky move
Starbucks wants you to stay awhile – but shuttering its mobile-only pickup locations could be a risky move Starbucks plans to phase out its mobile-only pickup locations starting in 2026, citing a desire to return to its roots as a “third place” where customers can gather and connect. The company’s decision affects only about 0.5% […]
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Wing and Walmart are bringing drone delivery to 100 new stores
Wing and Walmart are bringing drone delivery to 100 new stores Wing and Walmart are expanding their drone delivery partnership to 100 new stores across five US cities (Atlanta, Charlotte, Houston, Orlando, and Tampa), bringing the total number of participating stores to approximately 115. The companies aim to make shopping faster and easier for customers […]
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‘Video games are not manufactured in China,’ Playasia reassures tariff-wary customers
‘Video games are not manufactured in China,’ Playasia reassures tariff-wary customers Playasia, a popular retailer for buying video games and other Asian products, has reassured customers that video games are not manufactured in China. The Trump administration’s planned import rule changes on May 2nd will impose new tariffs on goods imported from China, but it […]
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GPU prices are out of control again
GPU prices are out of control again The great GPU shortage has returned, with prices skyrocketing across various retailers. The AMD Radeon RX 9070 XT is now available for $850, a $250 markup from its MSRP of $599. Nvidia RTX 5080 prices have increased to over $1,500 on the street, a full $500 higher than […]
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Nintendo Switch 2 preorders were a total mess — at first
Nintendo Switch 2 preorders were a total mess — at first Nintendo Switch 2 preorders were delayed and initially plagued by technical issues when they finally launched in the US at 12AM ET. Many users experienced problems, including being asked to update addresses or losing payment details, which prevented them from completing their orders. Target […]
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On TikTok, Chinese factories are trolling anxious American shoppers
On TikTok, Chinese factories are trolling anxious American shoppers Chinese factories are creating viral TikTok videos showcasing their products at significantly lower prices than American consumers pay. The videos, which claim to show Chinese manufacturers producing popular brands like Hermès handbags and Lululemon activewear, have garnered millions of views on TikTok. The prices shown in […]
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