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Executives call cautious shoppers 'choiceful' to explain weak sales

Executives at public companies have increasingly described consumers as "choiceful" on earnings calls, using the term to account for softer shopping and sales. Analysts say the framing is a way to explain lackluster results. Sucharita Kodali of Forrester said, "Choiceful is coded language for: Sales or units

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How Games Workshop's Warhammer grew into a £6bn British business

Games Workshop, maker of the tabletop game Warhammer, is now valued at about £6bn and is one of Britain’s biggest companies, nearly ubiquitous on high streets and listed in the FTSE 100. The business reported a 10.9% rise in revenues over the past six months, which the company

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Trump tariff threat heightens economic uncertainty for Europe and markets

Donald Trump’s latest tariff threat, framed as part of his pursuit of seizing Greenland, is a political nightmare for European leaders and could create a severe economic headache, the analysis says. The International Monetary Fund has repeatedly warned since Trump’s trade war began that uncertainty itself damages economies,

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FedEx CEO Raj Subramaniam pushes company toward A.I., robotics and re‑globalization

In an interview at FedEx’s large sorting facility in Memphis, Raj Subramaniam described how he is steering the company into an era of A.I., robotics and drones as global trade shifts. The Memphis hub, which handles hundreds of thousands of packages daily, is set to be renamed after

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World Economic Forum emphasizes sustainability in Davos operations

As the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting opens in Davos, Switzerland, sustainability is once again a central focus of the gathering. The meeting, which brings together some 3,000 global leaders, carries a headlining theme of "A Spirit of Dialogue" and asks, among other things, "How

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Devon Levesque’s Sweet Honey Farm is a 20‑acre members‑only wellness hub in New Jersey

Devon Levesque has turned a 20‑acre property in Marlboro, N.J., into Sweet Honey Farm, a members‑only wellness center that combines a working farm, a high‑tech gym and communal spaces where he says he vets prospective members in a 50‑seat sauna. The grounds include a farmhouse,

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Steps families can take to prevent financial mistakes by aging relatives

Advocates and experts are urging families to take preventive steps to protect aging relatives from financial mistakes and scams, saying older Americans are prime targets. Americans over 70 control $53 trillion in wealth, and family members are often the first to notice when something seems amiss. The article recounts examples

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UK supermarkets roll out GLP‑1‑friendly small‑portion foods amid 'Jab‑uary' buzz

Marks & Spencer, Morrisons, Asda, Ocado and the Co‑op are marketing small‑portion and “GLP‑1‑friendly” food ranges aimed at shoppers taking GLP‑1 weight‑loss injections, as retailers and commentators describe the trend as “Jab‑uary”. Ocado has created a virtual “weight management” aisle with a “curated

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Amazon discounts popular beauty items, including Grace & Stella under-eye balm

People reported on January 17, 2026 that Amazon's beauty store has marked down shopper‑loved makeup and skincare items, with some prices reduced to as little as $8. Highlights include the Grace & Stella Under Eye Brightener Balm Stick for $8 (orig. $14); the viral brand's

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Black women professionals form support networks as employment falls

Black female professionals have seen a steep drop in employment over the last year and are turning to one another for support and job help. In September, consultant Nneka Obiekwe started a WhatsApp group called Black Women Rising; more than 500 people joined within 24 hours and the group later

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Border Patrol detains two employees at Richfield Target after confrontation

Cellphone videos show Border Patrol agents detaining two employees at a Target store in Richfield, Minn., last week, a confrontation that included agents pushing a worker toward a sport utility vehicle and has reignited political debate around the retailer, which is headquartered in nearby Minneapolis. The footage shows the agents

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Judges allow work to resume on three East Coast offshore wind projects

Federal judges have allowed construction to restart on three East Coast offshore wind farms after the Department of the Interior ordered a halt to five projects in December, citing national security concerns. The judicial orders clear Revolution Wind off Rhode Island, Empire Wind off New York, and Coastal Virginia Offshore

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New York physicians sublet and share offices as rents climb

Physicians in New York are increasingly cobbling together part-time and sublet arrangements for exam rooms and suites as office rents rise, according to reporting that highlights examples such as Dr. Jaishree Capoor, who began subletting a weekend consultation room on Fifth Avenue for $500 a month. The trend reflects rising

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Trump and oil majors clash over investing in Venezuela's heavy crude

President Trump said he would "probably be inclined to keep Exxon out" after Exxon Mobil chief Darren Woods described Venezuela as "uninvestable" at a White House event, highlighting a wider dispute over whether U.S. oil companies should invest in Venezuela. Mr. Trump has promised that

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Inverse shutters gaming section, lays off three staff

Kotaku reports Inverse's gaming section was shut down on Friday and three staff, including Deputy Editor Shannon Liao, were laid off as the site reportedly "divests from gaming." Staff shared the news on Bluesky. Liao wrote, "After flying back from Vegas last week, I was

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Wayfair’s 72-Hour Clearout Sale: Up to 83% Off Furniture and Decor

People reports Wayfair is holding a 72-Hour Clearout Sale now through January 19, offering discounts up to 83 percent on accent chairs, coffee tables, rugs, bedding and other home items. Highlights named in the roundup include a Bedsure Textured Weave Queen Quilted Blanket Set for $40 (orig. $240), the Magnolia

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Plan holidays now to avoid scams and protect payments

With the January lull prompting many to think about holidays, travel companies are predicting a 5% rise in bookings this year despite the ongoing cost-of-living squeeze, the report said. Experts argue a package holiday often offers more protection than assembling your own trip. All UK companies selling holidays that include

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East Palestine seeks recovery nearly three years after Norfolk Southern derailment

East Palestine, Ohio, is trying to revive its economy nearly three years after a Norfolk Southern freight train derailed in February 2023 and authorities carried out a controlled burn of hazardous chemicals, an action federal safety regulators later said was unnecessary. Trains still pass close to the building where pet

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Wall Street retreats from net‑zero finance pledges after initial push

Six years after major financial firms pledged to use trillions of dollars to fight climate change, those efforts have largely collapsed, with many institutions walking back commitments and industry alliances unraveling. The movement began after BlackRock’s chief executive Larry Fink declared in 2020 that the firm would use its

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Retailers and Tech Giants Push A.I. Into Every Corner of Shopping

At the National Retail Federation summit in New York this week, Walmart and Google executives said they would use artificial intelligence to reshape how retailers sell products. John Furner, the incoming chief executive of Walmart who will step into the top job on Feb. 1, joined Google’s Sundar Pichai

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Sarandos pledges 45-day theatrical window for Warner Bros. films

Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos said the company will keep future Warner Bros. films in theaters for at least 45 days after the proposed acquisition closes, Businessinsider reported. Sarandos framed the commitment as part of running Warner Bros.ʼ theatrical business “largely like it is today,” saying, “we will run that

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Nordstrom’s winter sale: top fashion picks under $50, prices start at $12

People reports Nordstrom is offering steep winter fashion discounts, with top picks under $50 and prices starting at $12, in a roundup by Averi Baudler published on January 16, 2026 09:00PM EST. Baudler highlights selections from Free People, Béis, Billabong and BaubleBar, with specific bargains including Nordstrom Brushed Hacci

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Bedsure wearable heated blanket, an Amazon best-seller, is $50 off

People reports that Amazon’s best-selling new release in electric blankets is a wearable version by Bedsure, and the item is currently $50 off. The cordless wearable blanket offers full-body coverage with an oversized hood, two roomy pockets, and plush fleece. It has four heat levels, four timer settings (one

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Southern California Edison sues agencies and firms over Eaton fire

Southern California Edison filed lawsuits on Friday accusing government agencies and businesses of failing to warn residents and prevent the spread of the Eaton fire, while acknowledging that its equipment most likely started the blaze that killed 19 people and destroyed more than 9,400 buildings in Altadena. In the

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WestJet reverses plan for reduced-pitch, non-reclining economy seats

WestJet, Canada’s second-largest carrier, has backpedaled on a plan to install economy seats that do not recline after videos of cramped passengers went viral on social media. The airline had proposed narrowing seat pitch to 28 inches from about 30 inches to add an extra row of seating. WestJet