Consumer

JCPenney filed for bankruptcy in May 2020 and emerged from it after seven months of reorganization. Many people still wonder, is JCPenney out of business?

Netflix members aren't supposed to share their login credentials with anyone outside of their household. The company might start charging fees for sharing login information with others..

Peter Schiff, a broker and economic analyst who founded Euro Pacific Capital, is worth about $70 million today. How did Schiff make his millions?

The ongoing Russia-Ukraine war has triggered a potassium iodide shortage. Why is there a shortage? Recently, the prices for potassium iodide have skyrocketed.

UPS failed to respond to a request from Nantucket’s Steamship Authority. Now, the island might experience shipping issues and product shortages. Here's what to expect.

Brave Software founded the Brave browser with the focus on personal online security and ad-blocking. Overall, the Brave browser is safe to use and can offer more data protection than other browsers.

Despite the potential of being the Amazon of pet supplies, Pets.com failed — so what happened to the website founded by Greg McLemore and where is he now?

Peloton announced that for a limited time, it will allow customers to bring home a Peloton Bike, Bike+, or Tread for 100 days, risk-free. So, what's the catch?

Shake Shack has partnered with Jack Dorsey’s Block for an upcoming Bitcoin rewards program. What is the program and how do you use it?

Is the war between Russia and Ukraine the only factor driving Nike to pull its sportswear and sneakers out of stores? Not exactly. Here's why Nike is pulling out of stores.

On March 4, Twitter exploded with the hashtag # BoycottCocaCola. Why are people calling for Coca-Cola’s boycott?

Analysts warn that gas prices could reach as high as $5 per gallon. The price motorists are paying at the pump is creating an even bigger crisis than the 1970s gas shortage.

On March 2, the Bank of Canada announced the first of a series of small interest rate hikes to 0.5 percent. The rates are increasing to combat inflation.

Carvana has expanded into the physical auction industry with its acquisition of Adesa U.S. Here’s a rundown of the deal and CVNA's stock forecast.

With an ongoing class action lawsuit against tuna brands, a partial settlement was agreed upon. Some people may be eligible for payments.

Luxury mega-brand LVMH is considering merging with Ralph Lauren in a move that could define retail M&As in 2022. Here are the latest details.

EcoChip is one of multiple devices on the market that claims to improve a vehicle's fuel efficiency and save you money. So far, the reviews are mixed. Is EcoChip a scam?

The mattress industry has decided to claim Presidents' Day as its time to launch its best marketing campaigns as this is when consumers are more likely to spend.

Abbott is recalling its powder formula due to possible bacteria contamination. The baby formula recall only applies those made at Abbott's facility in Sturgis, Mich.

Some investors say Hasbro's “current brand blueprint strategy hasn't delivered for shareholders" and they want a spinoff of Wizards of the Coast. Will it happen?

Disney's Storyliving isn't the company's first venture into building residential communities. There are already three other Disney properties that you can live in.

Taxpayers can talk to a real person at the IRS without terribly long wait times. Most people assume that contacting the IRS only results in recorded messages.

The Wallbox charger for electric vehicles costs under $700 to buy and might cost around $9 to charge a fully depleted battery. The product was featured in a Super Bowl ad.

There's a new scam going around trying to get information from shoppers. Its called the "Costco 40th Anniversary Scam." Here's how to spot it.

As Disney (DIS) reports its earnings, shareholders are looking to see if the stock is still a dividend favorite based on 2021 data. Did Disney pay a dividend in 2021?

Peloton stock surged recently on multiple buyout reports. Which companies are looking to scoop it up? Here are Peloton’s buyout rumors explained.

Stay-at-home stock fave Peloton (PTON) has fought an uphill battle this last year. Here’s how it lost a CEO, suffered layoffs, and saw its stock fall.

Peloton CEO John Foley is stepping down and handing the reins to Barry McCarthy, who built his net worth as the CFO at Spotify and Netflix.

Peloton's former CEO John Foley’s wife Jill Foley had an important role at the company — but investors weren't too happy about his decision to hire her.

The Kellogg’s strike isn’t the only obstacle for the cereal company. Its Rice Krispies product is dealing with a shortage, too. Why is there a Rice Krispies shortage?

Are you an Amazon Prime member who enjoys free shipping? That Prime membership is going to cost you more. Why is Amazon Prime going up?

Why is Starbucks is increasing its prices in 2022? While Starbucks's first-quarter earnings show revenue growth, it didn't offset company spending.

The Great Iowa Treasure Hunt is legitimate. People can file claims for unclaimed property and assets. There's unclaimed property all over the U.S., so a free search might be worthwhile.

Alphabet (GOOG) has announced a 20-for-1 stock split. Will Amazon stock split in 2022 and follow tech peers? What would a stock split mean for investors?

Why is Costco gas cheaper? Is Costco gas good? Are Costco gas stations open 24 hours a day? Here's more about the wholesaler’s gasoline offerings.

If you own a Kia, your ride might be one of the over 410,000 vehicles the company is recalling due to faulty airbags. Who makes Kia airbags?

The Chill Soda ‘Shark Tank’ update isn’t so good. See what happened to the Dan Mackey’s company, featured in the ABC show’s first season.

Amazon offers numerous ways for people to earn money without selling products. Earning opportunities include Amazon delivery driving and affiliate marketing.

Unilever failed to acquire GlaxoSmithKline. Now, a Nelson Peltz-led activist fund wants to change things at the conglomerate. What changes might be coming?

Peloton’s struggles aren’t over yet. New backer Blackwells Capital is an activist investor that wants big internal changes, including dropping the CEO.