Starbucks to unveil long-term outlook at investor day, as Niccol says turnaround is just beginning

Starbucks is expected to release a long-term forecast and share more details about how it plans to hit those financial targets at an investor presentation held in New York City on Thursday. When Starbucks suspended its outlook in October 2024, its long-term forecast projected global same-store sales would grow at least 5%, revenue would climb … Read more

Amazon converting Fresh supermarkets, Go stores to Whole Foods locations

The exterior of an Amazon Fresh grocery store is seen on December 12, 2024 in Federal Way, Washington.  David Ryder | Getty Images Amazon said Tuesday it plans to sunset its Fresh and Go brick-and-mortar chains, marking a major pivot in the company’s grocery strategy. “After a careful evaluation of the business and how we … Read more

Procter & Gamble is selling diapers made with silk fibers in China as it leans into luxury

Packages of Pampers diapers are displayed at a Target store on June 05, 2025 in Novato, California. Justin Sullivan | Getty Images Procter & Gamble is selling diapers made with silk fibers in China as part of the company’s strategy to entice shoppers to spend more, even as demand for some of its products wanes. … Read more

Procter & Gamble earnings top estimates, but shrinking demand weighs on sales

In this photo illustration, the Procter and Gamble logo is seen on a package of Pepto Bismol on June 05, 2025 in San Anselmo, California. Justin Sullivan | Getty Images Procter & Gamble on Thursday reported mixed quarterly results as demand for its Gillette razors and Pampers diapers fell. Shares of the company fell more … Read more

India’s largest company is caught in geopolitical tensions. But it faces the biggest challenge at home

There could be 20% upside for Reliance Industries’ shares, according to Shrikant Chouhan of Kotak Securities. Sheldon Cooper | Sopa Images | Lightrocket | Getty Images India’s largest business group, Reliance Industries, has been battling geopolitical headwinds in its oil refining and, reportedly, in one of its new energy ventures. But those are not the … Read more

Amazon threatens ‘drastic action’ after Saks bankruptcy, says $475M stake is now worthless

Amazon package and Saks Fifth Avenue bag. Getty Images Amazon wants a federal judge to reject Saks Global’s bankruptcy financing plan, writing in court papers the beleaguered department store “burned through hundreds of millions of dollars in less than a year” and failed to hold up their agreement.  When Saks acquired Neiman Marcus for $2.7 … Read more

Saks Global, the longtime leader of luxury department stores, files for bankruptcy protection

Shoppers walk outside the Saks Fifth Avenue flagship store in Manhattan in New York City, U.S., Jan. 6, 2026. Angelina Katsanis | Reuters Saks Global, the parent company behind the 159-year-old department store that’s become both a destination and a symbol for luxury fashion, filed for bankruptcy protection after running out of cash and failing … Read more

Saks Global announces new CEO as it reportedly prepares for bankruptcy

A pedestrian passes in front of the Saks Fifth Avenue at Brookfield Place in New York. Allison Joyce | Bloomberg | Getty Images Saks Global named a new CEO on Friday as the retailer is reportedly on the cusp of filing for bankruptcy protection. The parent of high-end department store chain Saks Fifth Avenue, which is privately held, … Read more

Trump delays increased tariffs on upholstered furniture, kitchen cabinets and vanities for a year

A shopper looks at chairs for sale at an At Home store in Queens, New York City, U.S., July 15, 2025. Kylie Cooper | Reuters President Donald Trump signed a New Year’s Eve proclamation delaying increased tariffs on upholstered furniture, kitchen cabinets and vanities for a year, citing ongoing trade talks. Trump’s order signed Wednesday keeps … Read more

Italy says U.S. sharply reduced proposed pasta tariffs after a review

Packages of pasta imported from Italy are seen in a supermarket in Houston, Texas, on Nov. 12, 2025. Ronaldo Schemidt | AFP | Getty Images Italy’s foreign ministry said on Thursday the United States had sharply lowered proposed duties on several Italian pasta makers following a reassessment of their U.S. activities. In October, the United … Read more