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- 7/8/2026
Qdoba signs deals to expand in two markets; opening 100 restaurants annually
Qdoba Mexican Eats is expanding across the Southeast and Western U.S. - 7/8/2026
Deloitte: Back-to-school spending to be flat amid growing economic uncertainty
Back-to-school spending — not adjusted for inflation — will likely remain flat this as consumers’ concern about the economy heightens. - 7/7/2026
Retailers frontloading goods ahead of potential tariffs in August
Import volume at the nation’s major container ports is forecast to hit a new all-time record in July as retailers stock up ahead of a potential new round of tariffs and other trade uncertainties. - 7/7/2026
Kohl’s back-to-school plans include ‘thousands’ of items under $25
Kohl’s Corp.’s back-to-school bush include an immersive pop-up experience, a high-energy marketing campaign, an AI-powered shopping assistant and a focus on savings. - 7/7/2026
GameStop shareholders OK stock increase linked to proposed eBay acquisition
GameStop Corp. investors have approved a change that eases the way for the company to make a fresh bid in its ongoing attempt to buy eBay. - 7/7/2026
Shipley Donuts signs its first-ever nonprofit franchise agreement
Shipley Donuts has signed an unusual one-unit franchise agreement in Texas that will bring it brand to South Dallas - 7/7/2026
Freddy’s accelerates national expansion
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steadburgers is expanding its footprint with both traditional and non-traditional locations. - 7/7/2026
Store brands continue growth as national brands stall
Inflation-weary American shoppers continue to opt for store brands for groceries and other household essentials. - 7/6/2026
Walmart lowers prices on thousands of items — and the president takes notice
Walmart is lowering prices across thousands of summer favorites. - 7/6/2026
RH in ‘first-of-its-kind’ design collab with a Formula One racing team
RH is bringing its luxury design aesthetic to the world of Formula One auto racing. - 7/6/2026
Nordstrom goes big with annual anniversary sale
Nordstrom’s iconic summer sale will be bigger than ever this year in celebration of the company's 125 anniversary. - 7/6/2026
Bass Pro Shops to open massive store in NJ; also expanding in CA
Bass Pro Shops is expanding its footprint on both coasts.