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March 28, 2025

Lululemon Shares Slide on Weak Forecast

Retailer signals cautious outlook amid consumer headwinds Lululemon Athletica saw its stock plummet 13% on Friday after issuing a downbeat full-year forecast, underlining the growing uncertainty facing U.S. apparel retailers. The company

October 11, 2024

Social Security COLA 2025: Smaller Increase Disappoints Retirees

Social Security recipients are anxiously awaiting the announcement of the 2025 cost-of-living adjustment (COLA), but many may be disappointed. Analysts predict that this year’s increase could be among the smallest since 2021,

December 5, 2024

2025 Mortgage Rate Outlook and Buying Strategies

Mortgage rates have been a rollercoaster for homebuyers throughout 2024, starting near 7%, dipping briefly to 6.15% in September, and climbing back to an average of 6.93%. As potential homeowners look to

Target Pressures Chinese Suppliers Ahead of Tariffs

by Jamie Spencer

Retailer seeks cost sharing as new duties loom Target is reportedly asking some Chinese suppliers to absorb part of the costs tied to incoming U.S. tariffs, joining other major retailers like Costco

April 1, 2025

Record Egg Prices: Bird Flu or Corporate Greed?

by Jamie Spencer

Egg prices have soared to record highs, reaching an average of $4.95 per dozen this month, leading to accusations of price gouging and calls for a government investigation. While egg producers attribute

February 28, 2025

PepsiCo Faces Sales Decline Amid Consumer Spending Shift

by Jamie Spencer

PepsiCo’s latest earnings report reveals a tough market environment as the snack and beverage giant struggles with weakening demand in the U.S., its largest market. The company missed quarterly revenue expectations and

February 4, 2025

UK Economy Contracts for Second Month Amid Budget Concerns

by Jamie Spencer

The UK economy contracted by 0.1% in October, marking the second consecutive month of decline, according to figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). This fall defied expectations of a

December 13, 2024

China’s Economy Demonstrates Resilience Amid Trade Tensions

by Jamie Spencer

China remains steadfast in its ability to withstand external economic shocks and maintain robust economic growth, according to Vice Commerce Minister Wang Shouwen. Speaking at a press conference on Friday, Wang emphasized

November 22, 2024

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