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Q4 Consumer Discretionary - Casino Operator Earnings: PENN Entertainment (NASDAQ:PENN) Earns Top Marks
As the Q4 earnings season wraps, let’s dig into this quarter’s best and worst performers in the consumer discretionary - casino operator industry, including ...
Q4 Consumer Discretionary - Casino Operator Earnings: PENN Entertainment (NASDAQ:PENN) Earns Top Marks
As the Q4 earnings season wraps, let’s dig into this quarter’s best and worst performers in the consumer discretionary - casino operator industry, including PENN Entertainment NASDAQ:PENN and its peers. The Consumer Discretionary sector, by definition, is made up of companies selling non-essential…
FTC Launches Healthcare Task Force
On March 20, Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Chairman Andrew N. Ferguson issued a memorandum directing the creation of an internal Healthcare Task Force.
Hisense Advances a Quiet Green Revolution in Home Entertainment
/PRNewswire/ -- Hisense, a leading brand in global consumer electronics and home appliances, is advancing energy-efficient innovation across the industry as...
Health Alert: Organic beef and pork sold nationwide could be safety, health risk
The products could contain undeclared allergens, harmful bacteria, or other contaminants that put consumer health and safety at risk.
Hair care brand Olaplex to be acquired by Germany's Henkel for $1.4 billion
Hair care brand Olaplex Holdings on Thursday said it entered into a definitive agreement to be acquired by Germany consumer goods maker Henkel for $1.4 billion.
Ocasio-Cortez and Sanders push bill to impose AI data center moratorium
A bill introduced by two high-profile progressive lawmakers would pause new data centers in the United States until national safeguards are in place to protect workers and consumers and ensure the technologies don’t harm the environment.
South Florida car business hit by global conflict after missile damage in Dubai, as shipping disruptions mount
New images out of the region show destruction tied to escalating tensions involving Iran, and for one Miami Lakes-based company, the fallout is both immediate and costly.
OpenAI pivots from consumer hype to business reality
The company that started the consumer AI craze is clearing the decks for an IPO.
As March Madness unfolds, NY Fed highlights sports betting toll on consumer credit health
As sports gambling becomes more popular and less restricted, consumer credit health is suffering, according to a new report by the New York Fed.
As March Madness unfolds, NY Fed highlights sports betting toll on consumer credit health
As sports gambling becomes more popular and less restricted, consumer credit health is suffering, according to a new report by the New York Fed.
New business coming to spot near Mr. Anthony’s in Boardman
Consumers National Bank will be located in the front parking lot of Mr. Anthony's Banquet Center on South Avenue.
Glyphosate: A story of science, risk, and nuance
In the summer of 2014, a California groundskeeper named Dewayne Johnson started noticing patches of raw, weeping skin spreading across his body. He had spent years applying Roundup, Monsanto’s glyphosate-based herbicide, for a school district, sometimes drenched in it when equipment malfunctioned. By 2014, he had a diagnosis: non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. In 2018, a jury awarded him $289 million in damages, later reduced on appeal. Tens of thousands of lawsuits followed. The story hasn’t quieted down. It’s all over the internet, swinging between “this will kill you, buy organic” and “relax, you’re fear-mongering.” Some of that recent chatter stems from an Executive Order protecting glyphosate and its production, which set off intense infighting within the MAHA movement. Some of it reflects a deeper truth: Americans genuinely care about harmful chemicals in their environment (see poll below). And the conversation isn’t going anywhere, with a Supreme Court case involving Monsanto set for this April. Glyphosate (the active ingredient in Roundup) is one of the most widely used herbicides in the world. But does glyphosate cause cancer? And how much exposure is actually risky? With so much mistrust in institutions and corporations (and some genuine conflicts of interest), making sense of the actual scientific evidence is genuinely hard. Here is a translation of what the scientific evidence actually says. Does glyphosate cause harm? Glyphosate is an herbicide that kills most plants it contacts rather than targeting specific species. It works by blocking an enzyme pathway (EPSPS) that plants and many microorganisms need to produce essential amino acids. Without those amino acids, the plant can’t grow and dies. Glyphosate was first developed by Monsanto in the 1970s and became ubiquitous after the company introduced “Roundup Ready” crops in the 1990s. In 2024, Bayer removed glyphosate from residential Roundup-branded products due to litigation pressure. But today it is still the most widely used herbicide in the world. Farmers also discovered they could spray it directly on crops like oats, lentils, beans, and peas just before harvest to dry them out faster and make harvesting easier. Because of its widespread use, it’s obviously really important to understand if it’s harmful to humans. The key principle: The dose makes the poison The most important concept in toxicology is that “the dose makes the poison.” Sixteenth-century physician Paracelsus articulated what remains the foundational principle of toxicology: sola dosis facit venenum. Water will kill you if you drink enough of it. Aspirin saves lives at 81 milligrams and causes internal bleeding at higher chronic doses. So, at what dose is glyphosate poisonous? The LD50 in rats (the dose that kills half the test animals) is around 5,600 mg/kg body weight. Table salt is roughly 3,000 mg/kg. By that classic measure, glyphosate is less acutely toxic than salt. But some people are exposed to a lot of glyphosate through their work. And among the general public, there are many questions about low-dose, cumulative exposure from multiple sources over long periods. Does glyphosate cause health problems? Cancer Correlation maps are striking, with one analysis finding that 60% of counties that spray the most glyphosate have non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma rates above the national average. But correlation alone doesn’t establish cause, which is why animal and human studies matter. In animals: Rat studies are typically what most fear is rooted in, but most people don’t know the study details on the dosage given to rats. A pooled analysis of the 13 most rigorous rat studies found evidence that very high doses, around 55,000 times greater than typical food residue exposure, can cause certain cancers. In humans: One of the strongest studies followed 55,000 herbicide users over 20 years and found no overall increased cancer risk. There was one signal: among those with the highest use, rates of acute myeloid leukemia (AML) appeared elevated. A broader meta-analysis of 18 human studies also found no overall cancer risk, though a separate meta-analysis focused specifically on non-Hodgkin lymphoma found that people with high cumulative glyphosate exposure faced a 41% higher relative risk compared to those with low or no exposure. These human studies are observational studies (randomized controlled trials would be unethical), and meta-analyses are only as reliable as the studies they pool. But the story seems consistent: at very high exposure levels, there may be some cancer risk. But that’s about as far as the science currently takes us. Emerging research: gut and reproductive health Gut: Because glyphosate targets a pathway that exists in some gut bacteria, scientists have questioned whether it could affect the microbiome. In mice, a 2023 University of Iowa study found that glyphosate altered gut bacterial composition and raised markers of intestinal inflammation. A 2024 systematic review found similar patterns: disrupted gut bacteria and problems with the mucus layer that protects the intestinal wall in mice. Whether this translates to humans is an open question. The human gut is highly variable and resistant, and we don't yet have strong studies confirming the same effects in people. Reproductive health: Animal studies have found that glyphosate-based herbicides can interfere with reproductive hormones, including disrupting egg cell development in mice and reducing the number of eggs available in sheep’s ovaries. However, the doses used in these experiments were high, so it’s not yet clear whether the same effects would occur in humans. On the human side, a 2021 pilot study led by Mount Sinai researchers tested urine samples from pregnant women across the U.S. and found glyphosate in 95% of them. The study also found a possible connection between higher glyphosate exposure during pregnancy and a subtle physical difference measured in female newborns. That said, some connections weren’t statistically reliable and this was a small study. The researchers themselves said more and larger studies are needed before drawing firm conclusions. What do regulators say about glyphosate safety? In 2015, the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC), part of the World Health Organization, classified glyphosate as "probably carcinogenic to humans" (Group 2A). The classification is worth taking seriously. But, there’s an important distinction: IARC classifies hazard, meaning the potential to cause harm under some conditions. It does not assess risk, which accounts for actual exposure levels and the real-world probability of harm. The U.S. EPA, the European Food Safety Authority, Health Canada, and regulatory agencies in Australia and Japan have all concluded that glyphosate is “unlikely to be carcinogenic to humans” at realistic exposure levels. They’re asking a different question: given how much of this people actually encounter, what is the probability of harm? Your actual exposure is what determines your actual risk. What does glyphosate mean for your daily life? At the grocery store: Food residues are small. The EPA’s acceptable daily intake is 1.75 mg/kg of body weight per day. To hit that threshold from oatmeal alone, a 150-pound adult would need to eat roughly 50 pounds of oats every day. But this calculation addresses only one pathway (food), and we don’t yet have robust tools to measure people’s actual total exposure. If reducing exposure matters to you, organic certification prohibits synthetic herbicides, and organic oat products generally test at lower or undetectable levels. Either way, a diet rich in whole grains, conventional or organic, is far better for your health than one that omits them out of fear of residues. On the farm: Occupational exposure is orders of magnitude higher than consumer exposure. Farmers and farm workers who mix, load, and apply glyphosate-based herbicides, especially without protective equipment, face meaningfully different risk profiles. Proper PPE isn’t optional. Integrated weed management strategies that rotate chemical modes of action are also worth taking seriously, both for health and for long-term effectiveness. If you live near a farm: Spray drift is real. Concentrations near field edges can spike during and after application, particularly on windy days. This is an area where I think public health could really step up and empower rural communities with buffer zones, rather than placing the onus on individuals. But for now, knowing your local agricultural calendar and keeping windows closed during application are the first steps. Bottom line Dewayne Johnson was exposed to glyphosate at levels most people will never encounter, and a jury decided he deserved compensation. That outcome is not evidence that the oatmeal in your pantry is dangerous. But it is a reminder that the dose, the context, and the person doing the exposing all matter enormously. Glyphosate is a chemical tool with benefits, trade-offs, and genuine open scientific questions. Learning to hold that complexity without collapsing into panic or dismissal is, honestly, one of the most useful and hardest things to do in navigating modern health science. Love, YLE Your Local Epidemiologist (YLE) is founded and operated by Dr. Katelyn Jetelina, MPH PhD—an epidemiologist, wife, and mom of two little girls. Hannah Totte, MPH, is an epidemiologist and YLE Community Manager. YLE reaches more than 425,000 people in over 132 countries with one goal: “Translate” the ever-evolving public health science so that people will be well-equipped to make evidence-based decisions. This newsletter is free to everyone, thanks to the generous support of fellow YLE community members. To support the effort, subscribe or upgrade below: Subscribe
Consumer Sleep Technology Can Support Better Sleep, With Limits
A commentary Miller School of Medicine researchers underscores that pairing sleep and exercise may produce greater health benefits.
Deloitte: From Subscribers to Superfans: Fan Engagement Shapes the Next Phase of Media and Entertainment Growth
/PRNewswire/ -- Key takeaways Consumer spend remains flat on streaming services: The average subscribing household reports spending $69 per month on streaming...
Sports Betting Is Everywhere, Especially on Credit Reports
A look at sports betting and its effects on consumer financial health in states where it has been legalized and across state lines.
Sonova to Sell Sennheiser Consumer Hearing Business
Sonova is selling the Sennheiser branded business to focus on its core hearing instrument and cochlear implant businesses going forward.
New Mexico jury finds Meta violated consumer protection law at trial over child safety
A jury in New Mexico has found that social media conglomerate Meta violated state consumer protection law and failed to disclose the risks of its platforms to children.
New Mexico jury finds Meta violated consumer protection law at trial about child safety
A New Mexico jury found Tuesday that social media conglomerate Meta is harmful to children's mental health and in violation of state consumer protection law. Jurors sided with state prosecutors who argued that Meta — which owns Instagram, Facebook and WhatsApp — prioritized profits over safety. The jury determined Meta violated parts of the state’s Unfair Practices Act on accusations the company hid what it knew about about the dangers of child sexual exploitation on its platforms and impacts on child mental health.
Health alert issued for ground beef sold in 5 states and DC
Federal regulators are asking consumers in five states and the District of Columbia to check their freezers for possibly contaminated ground beef.
We disagreed on politics. We agreed on wine. That was enough.
At the Virginia Governor’s Cup Gala in Richmond earlier this month, a very dapper gentleman approached me and introduced himself. In his light-colored suit and bowtie, he looked very Southern in a classical sense, the sort of Virginia Gentleman you used to see south of the Rappahannock as recently as my college days. “I’m a longtime reader and fan of your writing, if not your politics,” he said. His comment was the proverbial iron fist in a velvet glove, simultaneously conveying praise and disapproval while establishing boundaries. Man, I wish we still discoursed like this instead of shouting bromides and insults to try and “own” our opponents with a funny meme and a furrowed brow. Subscribe “Well, we’ll always have wine to share together,” I said, and thanked him for his kind words. We clinked glasses, exchanged pleasantries about the delicious gold medal-winning wines being poured that evening, and went our separate ways. Our exchange reminded me that more unites us than divides us. Wine brings people together to share a meal and a few hours of joy despite our differences.1 That’s why I refer to the wine community — including readers and consumers — rather than the wine industry. Together, we are so much more than production, distribution and sales statistics. A few minutes later the evening’s awards ceremony began. Applause grew as the 12 winemakers who made the top-scoring wines for the Governor’s Case took the stage, including a loud cheer for Jonathan Wheeler of Trump Winery and his 2018 Blanc de Noir sparkling wine. All the winemakers on stage had reason to be proud, Wheeler perhaps more so. Trump Winery was the only winery to win six gold medals in the competition this year. (Wineries are limited to six entries.) Two of Wheeler’s ciders also won gold medals in a separate competition. When you cover the labels and take the sour taste of politics off your palate, the wines are pretty darn good.2 Then Gov. Abigail Spanberger, newly elected Democrat and Virginia’s first female governor, was introduced to great applause to announce which of the 12 wines had won the Governor’s Cup. She spoke for a few minutes about the importance of wine to Virginia’s economy and tourism and the international acclaim Virginia wine has received. Just two weeks earlier, she gave the Democrats’ response to Trump’s State of the Union speech, but this night wasn’t about politics. That didn’t stop several people in the crowd from speculating on the irony should she have to present the trophy to Trump Winery. In the end, Valley Road Vineyards was displayed on the screen behind Spanberger as the winning winery. Blue Bee Cidery in Richmond took top honors for that category. The crowd cheered a female governor presenting the state’s highest trophy to a female winemaker and then resumed the evening’s festivities, united by their mutual love of wine. A whiff of politics couldn’t dim the cheer of celebration and a community united by its love of wine. In Memoriam: Michel Rolland The global wine community lost a giant March 20, with the passing of Michel Rolland. He was 78. Rolland was the original “flying winemaker,” a globe-trotting consultant who helped Bordeaux regain its mojo in the 1970s and then shaped the rise of Napa Valley cult Cabernet as consultant to Simi, Harlan, Newton, Screaming Eagle, Araujo, Dalle Valle and other wineries. He was instrumental in Argentina’s rise to prominence and even had his own winery, Clos de los Siete, in a partnership with other wine families. Rolland’s career arc paralleled that of Robert Parker, the world’s most influential critic. Parker championed many of the wines Rolland consulted on, helping build his reputation and demand for his services. It also made him a target for Parker’s critics. As W. Blake Gray wrote on Wine-Searcher in his excellent tribute to Rolland: Rolland created the type of wines Parker loved: rich body, plenty of fruit, soft tannins. He sometimes faced the accusation of creating a generic international style of red wine, where the great wines he made in Argentina were indistinguishable from the great wines he made in France. Rolland chafed at that critique, as did many of his fans. He was credited with championing green harvesting and leaf pulling, as well as careful selection of grapes in the winery, practices we nearly universally think of today for high-quality winemaking. “Michel was an incredible innovator who changed how wine was made and how grapes were grown,” Napa Valley winemaker Aaron Pott wrote on Facebook. “His work has transformed the wine trade. He created new ways of looking at wine, tasting wine, evaluating ripeness and quality. … This was not just a man with a ‘style’ that he imposed on vineyards but a man that understood how to make great wine from great sites.” Rolland started his consulting company in 1973 in Libourne, in Bordeaux, with his wife, Dany. Both had graduated the year before from Bordeaux’s Institute d’Oenologie. The couple sold their majority share in the business in 2020, according to Wine Spectator. Over his career, Rolland reportedly worked with more than 100 wineries in 20 countries. He even made it to Virginia, where he consulted for Kluge Estate in the mid-2000s. (Kluge Estate is now Trump Winery.) Reader feedback, please! Last week, I did my first WineLine Live! with Dr. Laura Catena of Catena Zapata winery in Argentina. We enjoyed a fascinating discussion about her efforts to preserve the genetic heritage of old vineyards in Mendoza. I conceived of WineLine Live! for paid subscribers, as a thank you for your financial support. And while only a few people joined live, the video now has more views than I have paid subscribers, so I guess that’s pretty good. Even so, I’m considering opening future installments to anyone on Substack to reach a broader audience. So my questions to you: Should these be public? And what format do you prefer? Live gives a chat feature with the potential for viewers to interact with me and the guest, while a video post would just be that. Another alternative is a podcast, which would just be audio, without video of my chins. Please let me know in the comments. Leave a comment In the Glass A few wines I’ve enjoyed recently: Bonny Doon Vineyard Take Me to Your Liter, Le Cigare Volant, Red Wine of the Earth. 2023, Central Coast, CA. Blend of Grenache, Syrah Cinsaut and Petite Sirah. Delightful wine with expressive red fruit flavors, casual drinking. Doon lovers of a certain age will remember Randall Grahm’s Big House Red; this is more in that style than his original Le Cigare Volant, modeled after Chateauneuf du Pape. The liter bottle makes it an even better value. I see this online at about $15. Great value. Albert Bichot Bourgogne Pinot Noir Origines 2023. 13% - Textbook pinot noir and an excellent, affordable entry (regional) Burgundy. Wine Enthusiast Top 100 Wines of 2025. $24 at Total Wine & More. Loma Larga Pinot Noir 2021 “Coastal Cool Climate Wine”, Valle de Casablanca, Chile. An older sample, showing beautifully. Spicy and fruit forward. I’m seeing widely varied pricing online, from $18-$32. At the lower end, it’s a terrific value. 13.5% Dr. Loosen Riesling Dry 2016, Mosel, Germany. Found this “in the stack.” And it stacked up well, shedding some of its youthful acidity for opulent Riesling character, including a hint of the mineral oil older Riesling often features. A great value, as I’m seeing it as low as $14 online. 12% abv. Red Tail Ridge Blau Franc Blend 2024, Sans Oak, Finger Lakes. 13.4% abv. The name is a neat portmanteau of Blaufrankisch and Cabernet Franc, thus Blau Franc. The blend is 50-50, no oak involved. The Blau dominates on the palate, with the spicy caraway seed (think New York deli rye bread). The Franc adds body. The result is juicy, energetic and joyful. Sokol Blosser Estate Rosé of Pinot Noir 2025, Dundee Hills, Willamette Valley, Oregon. This first rosé of 2025 was a welcome respite to our cold, snowy winter here in the Mid-Atlantic. Oh man, I needed this! Bright and energetic, exuberant even, it perks up the mood and goes down fast. 13%. Certified B Corp. Ingredient and nutrition labeling, and in a modest way that doesn’t occupy a lot of label space. (Since it’s not required, presumably there are no minimum font size requirements.) More wineries should follow this example. Dave McIntyre's WineLine is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Subscribe Thanks for reading Dave McIntyre's WineLine! This post is public so feel free to share it. Share 1 Some restraint may be required. 2 Especially the bubblies.
Politics Friday: Consumer safeguards gain bipartisan support at the Capitol
Friday at noon, MPR News politics editor Brian Bakst talks about proposals to protect consumers from scams and other ways Minnesotan’s might be swindled. Plus, a check-in with the state’s economic development commissioner.
Unilever Has $40 Billion in Tasty M&A Options
Options have value. And it’s become clear this week that Fernando Fernandez has more than one when it comes to setting a new course for Unilever Plc’s food business, owner of Hellmann’s mayo and Knorr stock cubes. How the consumer giant’s still relatively new chief executive officer plays his hand will likely define his tenure.
Brooklyn businesses, consumers feeling the pinch from soaring oil prices
The soaring crude oil prices continue to push up the price at the pump, but it's also impacting everything from airfare to farmers, and products you buy at the store.
Will the Allina-Sutter Health deal drive up the cost of health care in Minnesota?
Minneapolis-based health system says bigger will be better for patients, but economists worry about the consumer cost.
Gas is so expensive even oil companies may suffer
Oil companies are winning extra revenue from high prices due to the war in Iran, but could suffer if the energy shock depresses demand from consumers and businesses.
Rising fuel prices impact businesses and consumers in Greater Cincinnati
Gasoline and diesel prices are soaring due to the ongoing conflict with Iran, impacting businesses and consumers across the U.S.
Ever Joint Claims Evaluated: What the Science Says About EverJoint Joint Support Ingredients
A 2026 company-issued informational report outlining how Ever Joint positions its joint support formula, ingredient-level research context, oxidative stress claims, pricing structure, and what consumers should verify before purchasingTallmadge, Ohio, March 18, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- This release is based on information provided by Ever Joint and reflects how the company describes its product, ingredients, and related scientific context. It is not an independent product review or third-party ev
Marquee Sports Network now available on Hulu + Live TV
The regional sports network's direct-to-consumer service is now also available for purchase on Prime Video.
TikTok's global consumer marketing head is out, part of job cuts
TikTok's consumer marketing lead Zuber Mohammed has left the company. He oversaw brand and creative marketing efforts.
Stada Hunts for Major Consumer Health Deal After Record Profit
German pharmaceutical firm Stada said it’s ready to make a major consumer health acquisition as it books record profit and transitions to new ownership.
Health officials urge consumers to avoid raw cheddar tied to ongoing E. coli outbreak
L.A. County health officials are urging consumers not to eat Raw Farm-branded raw cheddar cheese after the product was linked to an ongoing outbreak of Shiga toxin‑producing E. coli. This type of b…
Exclusive: Small publishers hit hardest by search traffic declines
Larger publishers with better brand recognition and stronger direct-to-consumer products are more insulated from declines in traditional search traffic.
Unilever considers separation of its food assets, Bloomberg News reports
Unilever is in the early stages of weighing a separation of its food assets as the consumer goods maker plans to streamline its business, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, citing people familiar with the matter.
Magic mushroom-infused products appear in Colorado gas stations – what public health officials want consumers to know
Hallucinogenic chocolate bars were removed from six Denver-area gas stations.
Alibaba shakeup hints at an AI business model
The $325 bln group is separating its AI initiatives from its cloud computing unit. It’s a nod to a craze for digital agents like OpenClaw and willingness of consumers to pay for these standalone services. Monetising AI will remain daunting but the rejig makes sense.
Consumer Reports: Preventing kids' sports injuries
Consumer Reports has important advice for parents on how to help prevent common and often avoidable sports injuries.
Gen Z Loves This Old-School Way of Shopping — But With a Twist: ‘Lines Out the Door’
Successful brands are meeting their young consumers where they want to be.
The Walt Disney Company Sets Leadership Team for Expanded Disney Entertainment Segment
BURBANK, Calif., March 16, 2026--Dana Walden, incoming president and chief creative officer of The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS), today announced the new leadership structure for Disney Entertainment, bringing together the company’s streaming, film, and television businesses along with its growing games and digital entertainment division. Consumers today want to engage with Disney’s storytelling and characters in a multitude of ways – whether on Disney+, in theaters, or through the digital gam
Honda cancels 3 planned EV models for US
Honda shifts U.S. strategy from electric vehicles to hybrids as consumer demand weakens, canceling three planned EV models including Honda 0 Series lineup.
CBA Launches Small Business Curriculum as Part of Advanced Education Programs
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Consumer Bankers Association (CBA) recently launched the newest addition to its banking education curriculum, Talking Business with Small Business (TBWSB) – a curriculum focused on small business lending – as part of its Advanced Education programs. The curriculum leverages a tabletop simulation for branch managers to better understand…
Deepfake Influencers Push Supplements Online
AI-generated figures are promoting wellness products to unsuspecting consumers
Direct-to-consumer health gets a jolt
DTC plays are being revitalized by investor demands for credible margins.
Fed's favored inflation gauge remained stubbornly high in January as consumer price pressures persist
The Commerce Department on Friday released the January 2026 PCE inflation report, which showed the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation gauge remained stubbornly high for consumers.
Higher health insurance premiums spark interest in religious cost-share ministries
Enrollment in health care sharing ministries is on the rise in Florida, but research shows they have fewer consumer protections.
Whittaker: Get money out of politics
Michigan voters face rising utility bills and fees as DTE and Consumers Energy donate hundreds of thousands to state legislators.
Lilly finds impurity in compounded version of its weight-loss drug, warns of health risks
Compounded weight-loss drugs that contain vitamin B12 and the main ingredient in Eli Lilly's Zepbound could present health risks to consumers due to a previously unidentified impurity caused in the preparation, the U.S. drugmaker said in a public letter released on Thursday.
How Damson Madder’s Emma Hill Built a £31 Million Business in 5 Years
Sales at British premium label Damson Madder have soared over the last five years, as consumers embrace bolder, more versatile fashion.
Gift Card Business and Investment Intelligence Report 2026: Market to Reach $865 Billion by 2030 - KPIs on Market Size, Retail & Corporate Spend, Competitive Landscape, and Consumer Demographics
Key opportunities in the global gift card market include the integration of gift cards into digital wallets and payment platforms, the shift toward programmable spend tools for corporate and B2B gifting, the consolidation into closed-loop ecosystem strategies by retailers to retain spending, and the tightening of fraud and regulation controls reshaping card design and distribution. Gift Card Market Gift Card Market Dublin, March 11, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Gift Card Business and Investment
Inflation was steady in February: CPI rose 2.4%
The new consumer price index report doesn't reflect the oil shock from the ongoing war in Iran.
Haleon Strengthens Commitment to China as Consumers Focus on Better Everyday Health
SHANGHAI, March 11, 2026--Haleon, a consumer company that is solely focused on better everyday health, is investing £65 million in a new state-of-the-art oral health manufacturing site in Shanghai. The facility will support the expansion of its oral care portfolio – which includes the global brands Sensodyne and parodontax – into China’s fast-growing tier 2 and tier 3 cities, where rising incomes, growing awareness of everyday health and a shift towards trusted, branded products are reshaping co
Q4 Rundown: Flutter Entertainment (NYSE:FLUT) Vs Other Consumer Discretionary - Casino Operator Stocks
As the Q4 earnings season comes to a close, it’s time to take stock of this quarter’s best and worst performers in the consumer discretionary - casino operat...
Haleon makes oral-health push in China as other Western brands falter
Haleon is stepping up its Chinese expansion, pushing into second- and third-tier cities and tailoring its gum-health products to local tastes, aiming to succeed where many Western consumer brands have struggled.
Iran's blockade of Strait of Hormuz sends oil prices soaring
Donald Trump says the Iran war may be over soon. But the US President also threatened to escalate attacks if Iran doesn't let tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. Around the world, consumer fuel prices have soared.
Sonos is releasing its first consumer speakers since 2024
Sonos is moving on from the app debacle.
Business groups send letter to Hochul opposing packaging bill
More than 100 business groups that oppose New York packaging bill contend it “imposes unreasonable mandatory reductions” and would hurt consumers.
EY Consumer Beverage Survey: New consumer research finds health-led choices, generational changes and digital discovery are redefining beverage expectations
The EY organization today released findings from its Consumer Beverage Survey, uncovering three major forces – health, digital engagement and generation shifts – that are reshaping beverage choice and consumption behavior. The study, based on a survey of more than 2,500 consumers across the US and Brazil, explores how these evolving preferences are redefining what people expect from beverages today, and what they will demand tomorrow.
Sphere Entertainment Demand And Expansion Hopes Meet Valuation Debate
Sphere Entertainment (NYSE:SPHR) reports strong consumer demand at its Las Vegas Sphere venue. The company highlights substantial success for its new production of "The Wizard of Oz." Management is seeing increased interest in expanding the Sphere concept to additional U.S. and international locations. Sphere Entertainment, the company behind the Las Vegas Sphere, focuses on large scale immersive entertainment venues that blend live events with advanced audio visual technology. The strong...
Hims & Hers Announces Strategic Shift for US Weight Loss Business
Starting with a new collaboration with Novo Nordisk, the company announced plans to align its US and global strategies with a focus on an increasing variety of FDA-approved GLP-1s Hims Hers Health, Inc. (NYSE: HIMS) today announced a collaboration with Novo Nordisk as part of a new strategy for weight loss care treatments involving GLP-1s, evolving its US offering to match the company’s approach globally. In the US, the company now plans to provide GLP-1 customers with access to a broad assortment of FDA-approved medications and offer compounded semaglutide through the platform on a limited scale. By aligning its domestic and international models in weight loss, Hims Hers will become the largest global consumer health platform for access to more affordable, approved medications. The US weight loss landscape has transformed dramatically since Hims Hers entered the market in 2023. Progress in the industry has made a broader range of FDA-approved GLP-1 treatments
Is Sphere Entertainment (SPHR) Quietly Redefining Its Business Model With the Las Vegas Sphere?
In recent months, Sphere Entertainment’s Las Vegas Sphere venue has seen strong consumer demand for its immersive “The Wizard of Oz” production, alongside expanding concert residencies and original films that are increasing venue utilization. This operational momentum is also encouraging discussions for additional Sphere venues in the U.S. and overseas, while attracting greater institutional interest such as Citigroup’s sizeable stake increase. With this backdrop of “Wizard of Oz”-driven...
Is Sphere Entertainment (SPHR) Quietly Redefining Its Business Model With the Las Vegas Sphere?
In recent months, Sphere Entertainment’s Las Vegas Sphere venue has seen strong consumer demand for its immersive “The Wizard of Oz” production, alongside expanding concert residencies and original films that are increasing venue utilization. This operational momentum is also encouraging discussions for additional Sphere venues in the U.S. and overseas, while attracting greater institutional interest such as Citigroup’s sizeable stake increase. With this backdrop of “Wizard of Oz”-driven...
Neel: Politics has become a product
Once, politics was about ideas, debate and action. Today, it increasingly feels like a marketplace. Candidates, causes and even movements are packaged, marketed and sold like consumer goods. Everything from slogans to social media posts is designed less to solve problems than to capture attention, gain followers and generate revenue. The thingification of politics, the...
Is Sphere Entertainment (SPHR) Turning Immersive Hits Into a Durable Global Venue Strategy?
In recent months, Sphere Entertainment Co. has attracted heightened attention as strong consumer demand for its The Wizard of Oz show at the Las Vegas Sphere and growing interest in immersive concerts and films have supported improving business fundamentals. At the same time, large investors such as Citigroup have significantly increased their holdings, underscoring institutional interest as Sphere explores additional U.S. and international venue opportunities. We’ll now examine how the...
Inside the booming business of wellness third spaces and membership clubs
A growing number of consumers are seeking out third spaces and membership clubs surrounding wellness, to improve their health while also socializing.
Iran war threatens a prolonged hit to global energy markets
The war with Iran could leave consumers and businesses worldwide facing weeks or months of higher fuel prices even if the week-old conflict ends quickly, as suppliers grapple with damaged facilities, disrupted logistics, and elevated risks to shipping.
Entertainment over substance
As consumerism and technology continue to rise and root themselves globally, the matter of finding meaning through the endless amounts of hollow entertainment becomes an even more significant issue. Social media, sensationalism, and reality shows have been taking over society for the last few decades, creating an era where individuals are constantly looking to be...
ComfortDelGro’s Diversified Business Can Withstand Middle East Conflict, CEO Says
The conflict in the Middle East may affect transport operators through fuel costs and consumer demand, but it will likely be short-lived, the chief executive of ComfortDelGro said.
Apple's M5 Max Chip Achieves a New Record in First Benchmark Result
The first Geekbench 6 result for a 16-inch MacBook Pro with the M5 Max chip surfaced today, and Apple has achieved record-breaking performance. In this unconfirmed result, the M5 Max with an 18-core CPU achieved a score of 29,233 for multi-core CPU performance, which tops the 27,726 score achieved by the Mac Studio's M3 Ultra chip with a 32-core CPU. M5 Max is now the fastest Apple silicon chip ever, and it even topped every other consumer PC processor in the Geekbench database.
CVS unveils Health 100, its new Google-powered consumer engagement platform
CVS Health is teaming up with Google Cloud to launch Health 100, a new health technology unit that will be tasked with building an integrated health engagement platform for consumers. | CVS Health is teaming up with Google Cloud to launch Health 100, a new health technology unit that will be tasked with building an integrated health engagement platform for consumers.
CVS Health And Google Launch AI Business To ‘Personalize Healthcare’
CVS Health and Google have partnered to use artificial intelligence to increase consumer engagement and support better health outcomes.
CVS Health And Google Launch AI Business To ‘Personalize Healthcare’
CVS Health and Google have partnered to use artificial intelligence to increase consumer engagement and support better health outcomes.
Consumer Reports warns some personal product ingredients may pose health risks
PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals," can show up in waterproof or long-wear makeup and have been linked to serious health concerns.
Trump, tech companies sign voluntary pledge to protect consumers from rising electricity costs
President Donald Trump unveiled a voluntary pledge with major tech companies on Wednesday that the administration said will protect consumers from rising electricity costs spurred by artificial intelligence development.
The Quiet Crisis Facing Black Woman-Owned Businesses
A quiet crisis is emerging for Black woman-owned businesses. Founders cite funding gaps, rising debt and harsher consumer expectations as threats to survival.
Belgium Gift Card Business and Investment Opportunities Databook 2026: 90+ KPIs on Gift Card Market Size, Retail & Corporate Spend, Competitive Landscape, and Consumer Demographics 2021-2030
The Belgian gift card market offers growth opportunities in digital adoption and evolving delivery mechanisms. Opportunities are found through consumer segmentation, retail sectors, and digital formats. Growth is driven by open and closed-loop options across retail and corporate segments in both online and offline channels. Belgian Gift Card Market Belgian Gift Card Market Dublin, March 03, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The "Belgium Gift Card Business and Investment Opportunities Databook - 90+ KPIs
New York Fed's Williams says tariff burden falls 'overwhelmingly' on U.S. businesses and consumers
Williams said that not only were the tariffs being felt at home, but they also were keeping the Fed from reaching its 2% inflation goal.
Colorado legislature should not reverse lottery modernization
By Bill Clayton Four years ago, the Colorado General Assembly passed bipartisan legislation to modernize the state’s lottery system and strengthen funding for Colorado’s outdoor projects and open spaces. Lawmakers recognized a simple reality: consumer behavior has evolved. Most Coloradans no longer rely on cash for everyday transactions. If the lottery was to remain viable […]
TransUnion Completes Acquisition of Majority Ownership of the Consumer Credit Business of Buró de Crédito
TransUnion (NYSE:TRU) has successfully completed its previously announced acquisition of an additional 68% of Trans Union de México, S.A., S.I.C., the consumer credit business of Buró de Crédito, the largest credit bureau in Mexico. The transaction brings TransUnion’s total ownership to approximately 94%. TransUnion will operate this busine...
TransUnion Completes Acquisition of Majority Ownership of the Consumer Credit Business of Buró de Crédito
CHICAGO, March 02, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- TransUnion (NYSE:TRU) has successfully completed its previously announced acquisition of an additional 68% of Trans Union de México, S.A., S.I.C., the consumer credit business of Buró de Crédito, the largest credit bureau in Mexico. The transaction brings TransUnion’s total ownership to approximately 94%. TransUnion will operate this business under the commercial name of Buró de Crédito going forward. Cash consideration for the transaction is approxima
AMD Gives Consumers and Businesses More AI PC Options with Expanded Ryzen™ AI 400 Series Portfolio
Ryzen AI PRO 400 Series Desktop Processor Ryzen AI PRO 400 Series Desktop Processor News Summary AMD expands its Ryzen AI portfolio with new Ryzen AI 400 Series and Ryzen AI PRO 400 Series desktop processors, the world’s first for next-gen AI PC applications with support for Copilot+ PC experiences.OEM partners announce new AI PC offerings with enterprise-class notebooks and mobile workstations powered by Ryzen AI PRO 400 Series mobile processors.Ryzen AI 400 Series mobile processors deliver up
Here Are The Cars That The Consumer Reports Testers Disliked Most In 2025
The Tesla Cybertruck, Toyota 4Runner, and Volvo EX30 were the cars Consumer Reports testers disliked most in 2025. The Volvo got the most disapproval.
Moore demands Trump tariff reimbursements for Maryland consumers, businesses
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore (D) is demanding reimbursements for his state’s consumers and businesses after the Supreme Court shot down a majority of the Trump administration’s tariffs last week. …
FCC probes sports streaming deals amid rising consumer costs
FOX Business correspondent Darren Botelho reports on the FCC’s probe into sports streaming deals and whether they are driving up costs and limiting access for consumers on 'The Bottom Line.'
Tariffs aren’t slowing down a soaring Long Beach Port, but consumers and businesses feel the pinch
The uncertainty hasn't stopped record-breaking cargo volumes. But with the costs being passed on, smaller businesses say they’re freezing hiring and running out of stockpiled inventory.
How to turn your side hustle into a business
Gig work can boost your income, but it can also create new money problems if you’re not planning ahead. Consumer Investigator Rachel DePompa shares how to treat your side hustle like a business and make it work for you.
iPhone and iPad approved to handle classified NATO information without any third-party add-on solutions
Apple's iPhone and iPad are the first consumer devices approved to handle classified NATO information without needing any third-party security add-ons.
Customers complained. So Burger King updated its Whopper
Burger King, home of the whopper, is making its first change to its best-selling menu item in nearly 10 years after consumers complained.
iPhone and iPad approved to handle classified NATO information
Today, Apple announced iPhone and iPad are the first and only consumer devices in compliance with information assurance requirements of NATO nations.
FCC seeks public comment on live sports broadcasting marketplace
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is soliciting public comment on consumer experience with live sports viewing in the streaming era. As part of a notice posted on Wednesday, the departmen…
6 takeaways from Trump's State of the Union speech
Key takeaways included his comments on tariffs, lower consumer prices, and AI driving up energy costs.
Statewide alert: Unlicensed company selling health coverage in Tennessee
Tennesseans shopping for health coverage are being urged to pause before signing up.State officials are warning consumers that LifeX Research Corporation is not
Don't bet on lower prices, businesses say, even after emergency Trump tariffs were shot down
Consumers expecting a drop in prices after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the White House's emergency tariffs are likely to be disappointed, as businesses plan to use any relief to offset elevated costs and gird themselves to chase refunds.
Entertainment Is a Software Industry Now and We Might as Well Get Good at It
The Trade Desk’s SVP of Consumer Products says studios and streamers must evolve their approach and work with trusted partners who share their vision
Nationwide recall issued for popular supplement, consumer health risk: Return ASAP
The product is being recalled because it contains a higher level of a potent compound than is listed on the label, which poses a health risk.
PENN Entertainment Reaches Cooperation Deal, Adds New Directors
PENN Entertainment ( ($PENN) ) has issued an update. On February 22 and 23, 2026, PENN Entertainment entered into a cooperation agreement with investment firm HG Vo...
Hims & Hers Health, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2025 Financial Results
Revenue of approximately $2.35 billion, up 59% year-over-year in 2025 Net income of $128 million; Adjusted EBITDA of $318 million in 2025 Subscribers grew to over 2.5 million, up 13% year-over-year in 2025 Provides Q1 and full year 2026 guidance1, with full year 2026 revenue in the range of $2.7 billion to $2.9 billion and Adjusted EBITDA in the range of $300 million to $375 million Hims Hers Health, Inc. (“Hims Hers” or the “Company”, NYSE: HIMS), the leading health and wellness platform, today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2025 in a shareholder letter that is posted at investors.hims.com. “More than 2.5 million subscribers now rely on us for a healthcare experience that is both accessible and deeply personal – and we believe we’re well on our way to becoming the global leader in consumer health,” said Andrew Dudum, co-founder and CEO. “In 2025, we made it possible for more customers across the world to depend on us
Can Ssense 2.0 Work?
Ssense’s founders got buyout approval. What will the retailer’s next phase look like — and can they build back brand and consumer trust?
The Packaging People Reveals 5 Signs It’s Time to Upgrade to Custom Packaging
As competition intensifies across consumer and industrial markets, packaging is positioned as a strategic component of business performance rath...
'Some of them have accuracy that's close to zero': Experts unpack the promise and pitfalls of genetic tests aimed at consumers
Live Science spoke with a bioethicist and sociologist about emerging genomic technologies, including those that enable parents to "score" and "select" IVF embryos.
Trump tariffs: The uncertainties facing businesses and consumers after tariff changes
Businesses say questions remain after US President Donald Trump announced he will impose global tariffs of 15%.