US corporate bankruptcy filings surge – here are the business types that led
The number of U.S. corporate bankruptcy filings so far in 2024 is “higher than any comparable figure in the prior 13 years," according to data from S&P Global Market Intelligence.
Delta changing uniform policy after controversy over Palestinian flag pins
Delta Air Lines will no longer allow its employees to wear pins representing any country besides the United States starting on Monday after two of its flights attendants were photographed wearing Palestinian flag pins.
Consumers find mild relief as June inflation dips by 0.1 percent
Inflation has slowed, thanks to a decrease in the gas index and the energy index.
MOD Pizza announces new owner amid financial woes
The fast-casual pizza chain has new ownership and a plan to improve its business.
Stop & Shop to close 32 underperforming grocery stores; see the list
Regional grocery chain Stop & Shop has announced which "underperforming" store locations will be closing before the end of the year.
Kroger, Albertsons identify nearly 600 stores to be sold in merger: Full list
Kroger and Albertsons have identified 579 U.S. stores that they intend to offload from their combined grocery store count in an effort to merge.
Leasing a car more popular, high-credit consumers choosing to lease more than 30 percent of the time
Car leases are becoming more popular as prices for cars still remains high.
Redbox to shut down after parent company files for bankruptcy: Reports
Redbox's parent company, Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment, filed for bankruptcy last month.
More than 1 in 3 US households have financial insecurity, survey says
The number of American households that are feeling the strain when it comes to paying for necessities such as food and bills, saw a 6.7% increase in 2024 compared to the same period in 2022.
Inflation unexpectedly fell to 3% in June
The consumer price index (CPI), a broad measure of how much everyday goods like gasoline, groceries and rent cost, dropped 0.1% in June from the previous month. It marked the first monthly decline since May 2020.
Costco raising membership fees for 1st time since 2017
Costco is raising its membership fees for the first time in seven years. Here’s when the new fees will take effect.
McDonald's says it's bringing back 'everyone's favorite sandwich'
McDonald’s said it’s bringing back “everyone’s favorite sandwich” temporarily to U.S. restaurants this summer.
Some vacationers expect to use credit card for more than $5,000 of summer travel
Some Americans plan to pay for vacations this summer with credit cards for points, while others are doing it because they can't afford to travel otherwise, a recent Debt.com survey said.
Big Lots to close up to 40 stores amid "substantial doubt"
Big Lots plans to close up to 40 stores in 2024 due to financial struggles from inflation and decreased consumer spending, raising doubts about its future operations.
Target announces back-to-school and college savings deals
Target has announced several back-to-school deals. Here’s what’s included.
US store openings currently outpace closures by 20%, report says
Several notable stores have opened new locations amid some others closing their doors. See which stores are coming to or leaving your area in 2024.
FAA mandates inspections of Boeing 737 oxygen masks for safety compliance
The FAA has mandated inspections of over 2,600 Boeing 737 airplanes to ensure oxygen masks are functioning properly and won't fail during an emergency.
Prepare to pay for your bank accounts, Chase warns customers
Chase’s CEO says customers using free services like checking accounts and wealth-management tools could get charged.
Arizona Iced Tea co-founder vows to 'fight hard' to keep price under $1
"We’re successful. We’re debt-free. We own everything," he said. "Why have people who are having a hard time paying their rent … pay more for our drink?"
Target no longer accepting personal checks beginning next week
Target is making a change that could affect some at the checkout experience.