Consumer confidence rises slightly in JuneConsumer confidence increased in June, with consumers feeling more positive about the job market, their household finances and their spending comfort levels. Judge puts temporary hold on Kroger, Albertsons $25 billion dealA Denver District Court has temporarily halted the proposed $25 billion merger of The Kroger Co. and Albertsons Cos. Commercial real estate and restaurant industry hit hard by current economic trends Recent economic trends have profoundly impacted both the commercial real estate industry and the restaurant and hospitality sector. Store closing sales start across Conn’s 550-plus stores Conn’s has started to wind down operations. Starbucks invests in solar for 170 Illinois stores Starbucks has entered into a new solar power partnership to help power its stores in one of America’s largest states. Survey: Contactless, cashless payments on the rise Americans are lagging behind consumers in other countries when it comes to contactless payments, although usage is increasing. Michaels adds new delivery partners Michaels is expanding its delivery options through new partnerships with DoorDash and Uber Eats. Tractor Supply Q2 income up, comp-sales down Tractor Supply Company reported a mixed second quarter with better-than-expected earnings but sales that missed Street estimates. Chipotle income, sales, traffic rise in strong quarter Chipotle Mexican Grill reported another strong quarter as it continues to buck industry trends with rising sales and restaurant traffic. Study: Retail leaders say theft has hit 'crisis point' A large number of retailers believe theft continues to remain on the rise and are taking steps to combat it. First Previous 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last