Net WorthHome Depot Co-Founder Bernard Marcus Traded Pharmacy for HardwareBernard "Bernie" Marcus co-founded The Home Depot in 1978. Although Marcus retired in 2002, he has an estimated net worth of $5.25 billion.
Personal FinanceHow to Get the Circle K Gas Discount Ahead of Labor Day WeekendCircle K gas stations are offering a 40 cent per gallon discount on Sept. 1 between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. local time and certain participating gas stations.
Company & Industry OverviewsSnowmobile Company Polaris Issues Its Second Recall This Month For Polaris, the most recent recall for snowmobiles and their defect fuel tanks comes just days after the company recalled 3,000 snowmobiles over clutch failure concerns.
Food IndustryCalifornia’s FAST Act — Why McDonald’s and Other Food Chains Hate ItMcDonald’s is fighting a proposed bill in California targeting fast food chains. What is the FAST Act? Let's see why McDonald's isn't a fan.
ConsumerHere Are the Best Labor Day Deals of 2022 — Don't Miss OutMany retailers are offering early deals, and Labor Day will bring even more sales as companies compete for customers and revenue. Here are some of the best deals.
ConsumerCould the Peloton-Amazon Deal Help Turnaround PTON Stock?Peloton has struck a deal with Amazon to sell its connected fitness equipment and accessories on Amazon’s website. What does the Peloton-Amazon deal entail?
ConsumerWhat’s the Difference Between Scarcity and a Shortage?Countries around the world have been experiencing scarcity and shortages. What's the difference between the two issues?
ConsumerA Creatine Shortage Is Making the Supplement ExpensiveCreatine is one of the top supplements for athletes. Why is there a current creatine shortage?
ConsumerChipotle Brings Back IQ Test for Bogo Rewards — This Week Only!Chipotle is bringing back its Chipotle IQ test, where winners can receive a BOGO reward for answering the questions correctly. Here's what to expect.
ConsumerReceive a Package You Didn’t Order? It Might Be a Brushing ScamBrushing scams involve a retailer or company (usually based overseas) that sends you items you didn’t order or agree to accept. It then writes up a positive review using your name.
ConsumerAre MasterClasses Worth It? Reviewers Rate Learning PlatformAre MasterClasses worth it? See what reviewers say about the online learning platform, and learn more about its offerings and membership plans.
ConsumerBiolyte's Sales Are Rising Rapidly — How Does It Compare to Gatorade?Get a side-by-side comparison of Biolyte and Gatorade, including sales, and whether Biolyte is safe to consume. Electrolyte drinks are popular among many athletes.
ConsumerWayfair Laid Off 5 Percent of Its Workforce, Stock Takes a HitWayfair laid off about 5 percent of its global workforce as it attempts to realign its business priorities. What do Wayfair layoffs mean for the company?
BillionairesWhen Will Walter Isaacson’s Elon Musk Biography Be Released?Walter Isaacson’s Elon Musk biography has a “pending” release date. Isaacson is still in the process of interviewing people close to Musk and showing the billionaire.
Company & Industry OverviewsEstée Lauder Has an Extensive Portfolio — Here's Everything It OwnsEstée Lauder is force to be reckoned with in the beauty and cosmetic industry. The company has grown over time and now owns several brands and companies.
ConsumerBuying Amazon Return Pallets and Reselling Products Can Be a Profitable Side HustleBuying Amazon return pallets can be a great way to step into the reselling industry. How can you buy these pallets? Here's what we know.
ConsumerStarbucks Ups Its Offensive Against NLRB, Accuses It of Collusion Starbucks filed a 16-page letter to NLRB officials regarding the agency’s mishandling of the Union elections. What are Starbucks’ complaints against NLRB?
AutomotiveCarvana and Vroom Both Buy and Sell Cars — How Do They Compare?Read this side-by-side comparison of Vroom and Carvana before buying, selling, or trading in your vehicle. See which company meets your needs.
ConsumerThe Lipstick Index Is on the Upswing: Cosmetic Term, ExplainedThe so-called lipstick index could be popularizing again. What does it mean and why is it on the upswing? Here's everything we know about the index.
Company & Industry OverviewsWhy the FTC Is Investigating Amazon — and Why Amazon Is Biting BackThe Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is investigating Amazon’s Prime subscription business, and Amazon is biting back. Here's what we know.
ConsumerTomatoes and Ketchup Could Remain in Short Supply — Here's WhyThe U.S. has been facing shortages of many products since 2020. Recently, there has been a tomato and ketchup shortage. How long will it last?
Company & Industry OverviewsSome Aldi Stores Are Closing Without Much Warning — Here's WhyAldi recently closed two locations in Chicago and one in Memphis. The retailer is now considering shutting down a location in New York. Here's why.
ConsumerWalmart Might Never Go Back to Its 24-Hour Format — Here's WhyWalmart had reverted to shorter hours following COVID-19 pandemic. As the pandemic has subsided, many people want to know when Walmart will be open 24 hours again.
ValuationsAmazon Stock Could Be Worth More Than Market Valuations — Here's WhyIn 2021, Amazon missed out on $2 trillion market capitalization. How much is Amazon stock worth in 2022? What has been impacting the stock?
ConsumerBed Bath & Beyond's Reddit-Fueled Rally Looks Unsustainable Bed Bath & Beyond stock has more than doubled from its 2022 lows. Should you buy BBBY stock amid its Reddit-fueled rally?
Retail & WholesaleBlue Nile vs. Brilliant Earth: Reviewers and Customers Compare the Online JewelersBlue Nile vs. Brillant Earth—what’s the difference between the two online jewelers? See how reviewers and customers rate the options.
ConsumerEverything You Need to Know Ahead of the Tax-Free Shopping WeekendThere's tax-free weekend in several states August 5-7. But does tax-free weekend apply to online shopping? Learn about that and any restrictions that apply.
Technology & CommunicationsAmazon Buys Roomba Maker iRobot for $1.7 Billion Amid Race to Collect DataRoomba was one of the first companies with robotic vacuums on the market. Now, Amazon owns the company after purchasing its parent company iRobot.
Media & EntertainmentDoes Disney Own Discovery as It Merges With HBO Max?In 2023, HBO Max and Discovery+ are set to merge into a single service. Does Disney own Discovery? If not, then who owns the company?
ConsumerCarbon Dioxide Shortage: Beer Supply Hit Amid Lack of CO2Beer companies have been grappling with a carbon dioxide shortage, which is hurting production and leading to fears of a beer shortage in the U.S.
Company & Industry OverviewsLowe's Owns and Sells Kobalt Tools, Products Are Made in ChinaKobalt, one of Lowe's biggest tool brands, makes products such as drills and saws. Who makes Kobalt tools for Lowe's? Kobalt isn't made in the U.S.
ConsumerLyons Magnus Recalls 53 Products Due to Potential Bacterial ContaminationLyons Magnus has recalled 53 products due to a potential bacteria contamination. Which brands are on the Lyons Magnus recall list?
Personal FinanceTennessee’s Month-Long Grocery Tax Holiday Begins — What's Exempt?Tennessee is offering a tax-free food for a month to help its residents tide over amid surging inflation. What food is exempt during tax-free food month?
ConsumerAmid Inflation and Food Shortages, These Are the Food Stocks To Bet OnAs food shortages rage on around the world, what are the best food stocks to buy?
ConsumerYikes, Hershey Predicts a Halloween Candy Shortage — Here's WhyStart stocking up on candy now because there may not be enough come Halloween time. Hershey says supply chain issues are making it difficult to keep up with demand.
Personal FinanceTally vs. Payoff: Which Is Best for Paying Off Credit Card Debt?Tally and Payoff are two fintech companies that help users pay consolidate and pay off credit card debt. Which is best for paying off credit card debt?
ConsumerEnfamil Formula Class Action Lawsuit: Proposed Settlement of $8.4 MillionThere has been a proposed settlement in the Enfamil class action lawsuit. The lawsuit alleges that some of the brand’s products were deceptively packaged and labelled.
Food IndustryKlondike Is Discontinuing the Choco Taco — Fans Aren't PleasedKlondike confirmed via its website that the company is doing away with the Choco Taco after having it on the market for nearly 40 years. But why?
Cryptocurrency & BlockchainChipotle Launches Crypto Giveaway to Celebrate National Avocado DayOver $200,000 in free crypto will be awarded in Chipotle's "Buy The Dip" game between July 25 and July 31. Here are more details about the Chipotle crypto giveaway.
Personal FinanceHow Much Should You Spend on Groceries? Americans Feel the PinchInflation has caused the price of grocery items to increase, forcing more conservative consumer spending. How much should you spend on groceries per month?
ConsumerSpotify Users Can Get a Free Starbucks Drink — Here's HowIf you like kicking back with a Caramel Macchiato while listening to your favorite Spotify playlist, here’s how Spotify users can get a free Starbucks drink.
ConsumerWhy a Winter Food Shortage in the U.S. Looks Unlikely in 2022The U.N. has been warning of a global food crisis. Could there be a food shortage in the U.S. this winter just as we saw in 2021? It looks unlikely.
ConsumerToys "R" Us Is Back and Making a Splash With Its Macy's PartnershipJust four years after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, Toys "R" Us is coming back again and hoping to stay, and this time they have partnered with Macy's.
ConsumerAmazon’s New Fake Reviews Lawsuit, ExplainedAmazon is sick of the fake review market and is trying to clean up its marketplace with a lawsuit. Here's what we know so far about the lawsuit.
Food IndustryNo Widespread Flour Shortage in the U.S. in 2022 Amid Global Wheat IssuesThere have been concerns about a global wheat shortage. Will a wheat supply crisis lead to a flour shortage in the U.S in 2022? Here's what we know.
ConsumerLawsuit Claims Skittles Are Unsafe for Human ConsumptionA lawsuit has been filed against Mars, maker of popular candy Skittles, due to safety concerns. Is the U.S. banning skittles?
Food IndustryHere Are Some of the Many U.S. Foods Banned in Other Countries — And WhyBecause of additives and processes that violate other countries' food safety guidelines, many popular U.S. foods are banned in other countries.
ConsumerWill There Be Another Prime Day in 2022? Possible Fall SaleAlthough Amazon's two-day Prime Day typically happens in July, some speculate that a fall Prime Day event may be coming as well. Here's what we know.
NewsInflation Is Hitting Certain Products Harder Than Others — DetailsInflation across the board is surging, but some products are getting pricier than others. Which products is inflation hitting the hardest?
ConsumerWhat Inflation? Amazon Prime Day 2022 Was Biggest EverInflation didn’t hurt Amazon’s Prime Day sales. This year’s event was the biggest Prime Day ever, the company says. How much did Amazon make on Prime Day in 2022?