Beloved Brooklyn store Crest Hardware to close after over 60 years in business

Crest Hardware & Urban Harden Center, a beloved neighborhood staple in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, is set to close in August after six decades of business.

Some vacationers expect to use credit card for more than $5,000 of summer travel

Some Americans plan to pay for vacations this summer with credit cards for points, while others are doing it because they can't afford to travel otherwise, a recent Debt.com survey said.

Big Lots to close up to 40 stores amid "substantial doubt"

Big Lots plans to close up to 40 stores in 2024 due to financial struggles from inflation and decreased consumer spending, raising doubts about its future operations.

US store openings currently outpace closures by 20%, report says

Several notable stores have opened new locations amid some others closing their doors. See which stores are coming to or leaving your area in 2024.

Sam's Club is changing a key member perk beginning in August

Sam's Club is changing a key perk for Plus members, and some are letting the wholesale giant know that they aren’t happy about it.

Saks Fifth Avenue's parent company to buy rival Neiman Marcus

Both Saks and Neiman Marcus have seen declining sales as shoppers shift their spending from luxury goods to experiences like travel and upscale restaurants.

Federal judge partially blocks FTC noncompete ban: Reports

A federal judge in Texas partially blocked a ban issued by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission that would bar employees from taking jobs with competitors, according to multiple reports. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

CDK cyberattack still affecting car dealerships across the country

Car dealerships across the country have reverted to pens and paper amid a massive cyberattack on its software provider, CDK.

Walgreens planning to close significant number of US stores, CEO says

Walgreens is planning to close a significant share of U.S. stores, CEO Tim Wentworth of parent company Walgreens Boots Alliance told the Wall Street Journal.

Fathers earned 31% more in annual wages than mothers in 2023, study finds

A recent study shows that in 2023, fathers earned 31% more than mothers, underscoring the persistent "motherhood penalty" in the workforce.