NRF: Balance between inflation, interest rates key to avoiding recessionRising interest rates could set off a recession. Report: Walmart-backed fintech plans to enter buy now, pay later spaceA fintech startup whose investors include Walmart will reportedly begin offering a buy now, pay later (BNPL) solution as soon as 2023. Consumer sentiment improves in early December Sentiment among U.S consumers turned more positive in the beginning of December as inflation concerns eased to a 15-month low. Lululemon momentum continues in Q3; comp sales up 22% Lululemon Athletica reported sales and earnings that topped estimates as consumers continued to buy its pricey goods. WHP Global acquires stake in Express, forms joint venture; chain in Q3 loss WHP Global is investing a total of $260 million in Express in a two-part deal. Lowe’s in new $15 billion share repurchase program; updates financial targets Lowe’s Companies reaffirmed its full-year 2022 financial outlook as the end of the year approaches. Signet Jewelers Q3 tops estimates; raises outlook Signet Jewelers reported better-than-expected earnings for its third quarter. The top reasons shoppers use buy now, pay later are… A new survey reveals how, why and when consumers make purchases using a buy now, pay later service. NRF: GDP growth slows but consumer spending remains positive Consumer spending should remain strong even as its rapid pace continues to slow. Dutch Bros. taps True Kitchen exec as president Dutch Bros Inc. has named a former Starbucks executive as president. First Previous 27 28 29 30 31 Next Last