Walmart US workers are getting some new health care benefits in the new year
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Kroger to cut 37% of corporate employees over the next 3 years. Read the memo.
CEO Greg Foran said Monday that Kroger will cut about 3,000 roles, or 37% of corporate staff, over the next three years to simplify operations.
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This entrepreneur says Amazon nearly destroyed his business. He still shops on it every week. 'It's crazy.'
The Bed Scrunchie company made $4.5 million before Amazon deactivated its seller account. But one of the founders still can't quit shopping there.
A Starbucks-Chipotle deal would be a high-stakes bet on Brian Niccol’s magic touch
Chipotle's post-Niccol slump has made it a tempting target. But real-estate overlap may not outweigh a messy deal.
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Retail's holiday hiring push is shaping up to be worse than last year's disappointing run
The push to hire retail workers for the holiday shopping season is both starting earlier and ending at a lower total than in recent years.
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We tried McDonald's Snack Wraps in the US and UK. We can see why the British are up in arms about the 'downgraded' item.
After sparking disappointment from fans in the UK, we compared both versions of McDonald's snack wraps in the US and UK.
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Shoppers find AI agents need a short leash — unless you need 20 pounds of chicken wings
AI agents Muse and Instinct are transforming shopping by automating tasks like flight monitoring and grocery orders for busy consumers.
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I tried on sweaters at Gap, Old Navy, and Banana Republic. I want my favorite one in every color.
I tried on sweaters at at Gap, Banana Republic, and Old Navy, and compared them based on fit, material, comfort, design, and overall quality.
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We spent around $15 at McDonald's in the US and UK. One was a much better value.
We tried similar McDonald's meals in New York City and London and compared portion sizes, value, and, of course, taste.
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New status symbols are taking over this fall. Here's what you'll see everywhere.
This fall season, you can expect to see trendsetters wearing tabi-style shoes, huge purses, and oversize sunglasses as part of their autumn fashion.
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Walmart flip flops on cart rules for workers
Walmart reversed a previous policy for online order fulfillment carts in stores that was intended for the safety of employees and customers.
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Pepsi says drinkers are pulling back and buying less of its namesake beverage
PepsiCo addressed declining soda sales as consumer spending tightens, impacting its North American beverage business.
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I tried breakfast at 5 fast-food chains. The best meal was one of the cheapest.
Burger King, McDonald's, Wendy's, Taco Bell, and Dunkin' sell breakfast combos ranging from $6 to almost $12. Here's how they stack up.
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British towns could soon look like American food courts. Here are 9 US chains making the move across the Atlantic.
From food-court classics to sit-down casual dining chains like Chili's, these American chains have their eye on the UK.
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What Amazon's customer profiles got right — and hilariously wrong — about us
Amazon's "About You" shows customers what it infers from their shopping activity. We asked Business Insider staff to check theirs.
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Everyone loves Le Labo — so I tried 11 of the brand's fragrances and ranked them from worst to best
Le Labo is known for its standout fragrances, such as Santal 33. Some of its scents are underrated, while others arguably don't deserve all the hype.
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ASOS customers got an ominous notification this morning. Here's what the retailer is telling users.
Customers posted screenshots of a notification that declared "ASOS HACKED." The retailer said some basic personal info may have been accessed.
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The internet is having a field day with Amazon's 'About You' customer dossiers. Here's how to see yours.
You can now find what Amazon thinks about you, based on your shopping data. One user said the feature told her she "has flat buttocks."
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Uber is expanding into orders that pay delivery workers more
Uber plans a $2.3 billion acquisition of ezCater to expand into catering, offering large order delivery for business events.
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The Costco conundrum: Packed parking lots and a falling stock
Costco and Walmart are gaining shoppers, but their premium valuations leave little room for anything short of near-perfect growth.
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Meta's Muse is already pulling one CEO's purchases away from Amazon
Leif Abraham, Public's co-CEO, told Business Insider he wants vintage wines and fancy Levi's jeans. Meta's Muse AI agent buys them for him.
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Oprah-backed True Food Kitchen files for bankruptcy, blaming management turnover and strategy shifts
True Food Kitchen closed 12 of its restaurants on the day it filed for bankruptcy, cutting its footprint to 34 locations across 14 states.
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I've worked at Costco for 21 years. Here are 7 of the best things I'm seeing on shelves right now.
As a longtime employee, I think the Red Bull advent calendar and Disney crew-neck sweaters are some of the best things to get at Costco right now.
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Americans’ love of oversized Halloween skeletons is still going strong
Six years after the original 12-foot Skelly first went viral, the trend of jumbo Halloween yard decorations seems as strong as ever.
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I ordered the same 3 items at Jersey Mike's and Subway. Neither sandwich chain was perfect, but one stood out.
I compared the same hot sandwich, sub, and cookie order at Jersey Mike's and Subway to see which chain restaurant offers the best food and value.
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Some Dutch stores pull Meta glasses from shelves after creep reports. Is a ban next?
A large eyewear chain is pausing sales of Meta's AI glasses over privacy concerns.
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Chain restaurants are closing hundreds of locations across the US in 2026. See the list.
Several restaurant chains, including Wendy's, Papa John's, Pizza Hut, and Starbucks have announced plans to close locations this year.
I worked at Spirit Halloween for 3 years. Here are 9 mistakes I saw customers make when shopping for costumes and decor.
Spirit Halloween customers often buy makeup kits without proper application and removal products, and fail to check the ingredients for irritants.
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Walmart lights up a new feature for shoppers on its digital price tags
Walmart shoppers can now use the app to activate a flashing light on electronic price tags to help locate an item on a shelf.
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DoorDash now has a text-to-order option as AI agents like Instinct are taking off
DoorDash launches beta text-to-order feature, letting users text food orders. AI agents like Instinct offer similar options.
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Yes, you are waiting longer for Uber rides, a new study says
Uber wait times and costs increase as study by Columbia Business School shows a 19% rise in delays and 53% hike in per-mile charges.
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DoorDash says its delivery drone is lighter and quieter than Amazon's
DoorDash is launching an in-house air delivery service with a drone the company says is comparable to the sound of a passing car.
DoorDash drivers are taking on more work that doesn't involve delivering
DoorDash said its gig workers have done more than 5 million tasks since 2024 that don't involve typical delivery work, including helping robotaxis.
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Starbucks closed 250 stores across the US and Canada. Search our database to see if yours is one of them.
Starbucks closed 250 stores across the US and Canada, but hasn't released a full list. Search our map of 239 verified store closures.
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Amazon vans may be New York City's latest target in a crackdown on delivery services
Amazon delivery vehicles in NYC received over 14,000 traffic citations, raising safety concerns supported by local officials amid a city crackdown.
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The smuggled resource in your candy and soda funding Sudan's civil war
Sudan has historically been the top producer of gum arabic. Experts say smuggled gum arabic is funding the civil war.
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Walmart bans AI slop signs in stores
Walmart has issued instructions to stores banning the use of AI tools to create custom display signage.
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AI agents are ready to shop for you — if you can trust them
Personal AI agents like Meta's Muse can make purchases on users' behalf, but recent survey data suggest some consumers aren't ready.
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Inflation is kicking off a discount arms race between grocery stores
Inflation is starting to stretch household budgets again, and grocery chains are betting that price cuts will help attract cash-strapped shoppers.
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Getting delivery for your Costco order? Here's which app is cheapest
Comparing costs of Costco delivery via DoorDash, Uber Eats, and Instacart reveals higher prices than in-store shopping, with Instacart most costly.
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Walmart won't charge a 'personalized price', CEO says
Walmart CEO John Furner sent a memo to employees and customers Friday saying AI and digital shelf labels won't be used for personalized prices.
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Ron Johnson worked with Steve Jobs for 11 years. This lesson stuck with him.
Ron Johnson oversaw the creation of 350 Apple stores — but success didn't happen overnight.
From gumball machines to AI stores: How an entrepreneur followed what's trending to build an 8-figure business
Mike Burnett has had a nearly three-decade run an entrepreneur and small business owner. He unpacks the secrets to business longevity.
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AI can't take over your holiday shopping quite yet, a new study suggests.
AI shopping assistants like ChatGPT and Gemini struggle with accuracy, says Product.ai study, highlighting high error rates in product info.
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These days, Halloween starts in summer. AI helps get coveted candy and costumes on shelves faster.
Mars and Walmart leverage AI for Halloween supply chain optimization as consumers start buying earlier. AI aids in inventory management.
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I tried Le Labo's city-exclusive fragrances and ranked them from worst to best. One left me tempted to splurge $398 on a bottle.
Le Labo sells select fragrances exclusively in the cities that inspired them, like Paris and Tokyo. Occasionally, you can also buy them online.
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Starbucks is closing 250 stores. Read the memo it sent to staff.
The closures comes as Starbucks pushes hard to bring customers back into stores and returns to its core coffee offering.
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McDonald’s is serving up an $8.5 billion McMakeover. Investors aren’t lovin’ it.
McDonald's wants to improve food, service, and restaurant design as a weakening consumer tests its turnaround.
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I'm an interior designer. Here are 8 items from West Elm I'd put in my own home right now.
As an interior designer, I think duvets, lighting fixtures, and textured throw-pillow covers are some of the items worth buying at West Elm right now.
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