Black Friday kicks off holiday shopping; Wauwatosa shop owners stoked
With Thanksgiving behind us, the focus is now on the holiday shopping season – and Black Friday is just the start.
Black Friday shopping tradition continues, could see record number of consumers
Black Friday is on Friday, Nov. 29, but the deals started days ago – and so has the spending.
Trump's proposed tariffs could drive up food prices, experts say
A critical concern among economists is that President-elect Donald Trump's proposed blanket tariffs on imports would drive up food prices.
Walmart to roll back its DEI policies
Walmart has become the latest – and the largest company – to announce it will be rolling back its diversity, equity and inclusion policies.
Many consumers stay with their banks for years unless persuaded by other bank incentives
AI and online-only perks aren't what some bank customers wants, but satisfaction with brick-and-mortar banks is declining.
Charlotte airport workers strike as busy Thanksgiving travel week begins
Workers are walking off the job Monday as they push for better pay with the Thanksgiving holiday travel season expected to be one of the busiest in recent memory.
More than 10% of South Korea's workforce is now robotic, survey finds
Robot adoption in factories around the world continues at a rapid pace. Here's where the U.S. ranks.
Walmart warns of higher prices if Trump implements proposed tariffs
The National Retail Federation projected that potential tariffs could cost American consumers between $46 billion and $78 billion in annual spending power.
Giannis Antetokounmpo launches venture capital fund for sports, entertainment investments
Giannis Antetokounmpo is looking for some assist off the court, aiding with investments in early stage startup companies.
Target quarterly results fall as holiday discounts and dockworker strike hit profits
Target etched out a slim sales increase in the third quarter and profits slumped as inflation-weary customers pulled back on spending and costs related to a dockworker strike in October dragged on results.
Asset management giant buys Jersey Mike's sandwich chain
Asset management firm Blackstone will become the majority owner of sandwich chain Jersey Mike’s in a deal that values the company at a reported $8 billion.
Map: How much of a restaurant worker's income comes from tips
Restaurant employees rely on the kindness of customers when it comes to tips, which can make up a sizable portion of their take home pay based on findings in a new report.
Spirit Airlines files for bankruptcy; local response
Spirit Airlines has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection following significant financial struggles, the airline announced Monday, Nov. 18.
America’s casual dining ‘heydays are over’ as experts reveal next restaurant chains to rise and fall
With several casual restaurant chains facing financial hardships, experts are weighing in on what this could mean for the industry.
How much you need to make to afford a single-family home in most US cities
Housing costs rose to record numbers in 2024.
Credit card debt surges to another record high, New York Fed data shows
Americans' debt balances grew across the board, but Fed researchers voiced 'concerning' growth in auto and credit card delinquencies.
Advance Auto Parts closing over 700 locations following sluggish performance
Advance Auto Parts will close over 700 locations, including corporate stores and independently-owned locations, as part of a financial restructuring effort.