FTC scrutinizes Walmart and Target pricing practices
The FTC is examining pricing at major retailers, adding regulatory pressure to the grocery and general merchandise giants.
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German retail sales unexpectedly fall 2% in September, missing forecasts
The surprise decline in Europe's largest economy signals softening consumer demand and weighs on broader eurozone growth expectations.
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Yum Brands beats estimates as Taco Bell sales fall on cyclosporiasis outbreak
A foodborne illness scare tied to cyclosporiasis dented Taco Bell's US comparable sales even as parent Yum Brands topped earnings expectations.
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Amazon CEO Jassy says investors are sleeping on retail as revenue growth looms
Jassy's bullish comments on Amazon's retail business come as the stock lags and the company touts AWS and AI chip momentum.
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Apple forecasts holiday quarter margin drop as memory costs bite
Rising memory prices are squeezing Apple's gross margin outlook for the key holiday quarter.
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Walmart commits about $6 billion to automate 25 US distribution centers with Symbotic
The investment deepens Walmart's supply chain automation push as it seeks faster fulfillment and lower costs.
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European grocery store fridges hit by new cyberattack sweep
The attacks on supermarket refrigeration systems across several European countries highlight rising cyber risk in retail infrastructure.
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Walmart adds new AI shopping features to Sparky agent for the holidays
Walmart is expanding its AI shopping assistant ahead of peak season, betting the tool drives conversion and basket size.
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DoorDash's proposed Instacart acquisition reshapes quick commerce competition
The deal would redraw the delivery landscape and pressure rivals including Uber and Amazon.
Modern Retail · +8 outlets
Hong Kong September retail sales rise 6.4% year on year, outlook positive
Hong Kong's retail rebound accelerated on strong local consumption and online sales growth, supporting a more optimistic outlook.
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Estee Lauder cuts promotions as luxury fragrances lift outlook
The beauty giant is reducing discounting to protect brand equity, with prestige fragrance demand supporting its raised guidance.
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Walmart plans $400 million Texas distribution center in Cibolo
The more than 744,000-square-foot facility, breaking ground in February, expands Walmart's Texas supply chain footprint.
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Boot Barn ramps up store openings despite lowering outlook
Warm weather hurt second-quarter sales, but the western wear retailer is refreshing assortments and accelerating its store footprint.
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Amazon-backed Anthropic plans retail share offerings in six international markets
The AI developer is broadening access to its equity beyond institutional investors in select overseas markets.
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Old Navy shakeup continues as Gap names new women's merchandising head
Nicole Colombo, previously at Walmart's marketplace, takes over women's merchandising at Gap's value brand amid ongoing merchandising struggles.
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Walmart and Amazon square off on Thanksgiving meal deals
Walmart's 2026 bundle feeds 10 for $35 with more items than last year, while Amazon's competing offer comes with a perk and a catch.
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Zalando beats quarterly sales expectations as it taps AI agents
The European online fashion retailer credited AI-driven tools with supporting sales growth.
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Yum China misses Q3 2026 sales expectations
The KFC and Pizza Hut China operator fell short of revenue estimates, signaling pressure in China's restaurant market.
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