Between the spike in jet fuel prices and regular operating cost issues that often make aviation an unlucrative industry to get into, dozens of small and mid-size airlines filed for bankruptcy or shut down entirely in the first half of 2026. The May 2026 collapse of Spirit Airlines is the most prominent case. But other
Inflation may not be running at the same pace it did a few years ago. But that doesn’t mean shoppers have forgotten what higher prices feel like. Groceries and other everyday necessities remain expensive, and consumers are still looking for ways to make their money go further. That’s where Dollar Tree comes in. Consumers have
More than a decade after exiting a market where it once operated 18 locations, Dunkin’ is looking to reopen a chapter that ended following a contentious franchise dispute. The coffee and donut chain has been pursuing new growth opportunities as it expands its footprint in the U.S. and internationally, including recent moves into markets where
Prices are something all American households still complain about. However, that does not mean they aren’t going out to purchase clothes. Abercrombie & Fitch (ANF) reported record second-quarter net sales of $1.27 billion, about 5% higher than a year ago and its 15th consecutive quarter of sales growth. It’s no small feat, considering the state
Walmart just showed investors that even a strong quarter can come with a warning. The retailer beat Wall Street expectations in its fiscal second quarter, with revenue rising 5.9% to $187.9 billion and adjusted earnings reaching 81 cents per share, CNBC confirmed. But the company’s outlook for the next quarter disappointed investors, and Walmart shares
Stone Brewing, the 30-year-old craft beer company behind Stone IPA and Arrogant Bastard Ale, is shutting down the Southern California brewery. This brewery helped the company become one of the most recognizable names in American craft beer. But now, it is permanently closing its entire Escondido, California, operation. This move is expected to eliminate about
While owning a camper and traveling the world is still a dream for my family, many lucky RV owners are staying at home instead of hitting the road. During the pandemic boom, consumer demand for RVs surged, driving rapid dealership expansion. And now, as the outdoor recreation boom has cooled and consumers are forced to
After nearly two decades in business, a longtime bakery has closed its remaining storefronts following years of financial turmoil, a bankruptcy filing, and mounting pressure on its operations. The company had once expanded beyond its local roots, distributing its products across multiple states and building a retail presence. Now, customers will no longer be able
While what in the fast-food industry has come to be known as the “chicken wars” dates back to 2019 when Popeyes first launched its viral fried chicken sandwich, the wave of chicken products with which chains keep trying to outdo their competitors continues to ride high. Chicken sales across major fast-food players brought in more
The parent of contract brewing company Great Southern Beverages filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection to stop an eviction process and reorganize its business. Great Southern Copackers LLC, which previously brewed craft beers for clients including Orange Blossom Brewery, Cigar City Brewing, and Publix Super Markets’ 1300 Mile Brewing, filed its Subchapter V petition in