General Mills Sees Slump in Snack Sales As Customers Focus on Essentials
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Consumers are cutting back on fancy snacks. Here’s how General Mills is responding.
The packaged-food giant’s CEO doesn’t think it needs to play into “a race to the bottom on pricing,” and should instead emphasize the flavor and health benefits of its snack lineup.MarketWatch - 31m -
Dollar General says some customers can no longer afford staples
Dollar General's core customer base of low-income Americans are still getting hit by inflation, with retailer seeing little improvement ahead.CBS News - 5d -
Trump says he will buy a Tesla vehicle after stock slump
The US president blames "radical left lunatics" but analysts point to Tesla sales slump.BBC News - Mar. 11 -
Sen. Mark Kelly says he's giving up his Tesla
Tesla sales are down, its stock prices are slumping and the Elon Musk-led electric vehicle company has just lost another previously satisfied customer in the U.S. Senate: Mark Kelly of Arizona. ...CBS News - 4d -
Flamin' Hot Cheeto shaped like Michael Jordan's 'Jumpman' logo to sell at auction
The Jordan-shaped snack closely follows the $87,840 sale of a Charizard-shaped CheetoYahoo Sports - 5d -
Arcade1Up Digital Board Game Tablet Is On Sale For Up To $100 Off
Arcade1Up's Infinity Game Board is on sale for $50 off at multiple major retailers, including Amazon , Walmart , and Best Buy . Normally $500, the Infinity Game Board is up for grabs for $450. ...GameSpot - 5d -
Recapping Trump's meeting with NATO secretary general
The war in Ukraine was a major focus of President Trump's meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte at the White House on Thursday. CBS News congressional reporter Taurean Small has more.CBS News - 5d -
Donovan Mitchell pulls off perfect popcorn prank on Cavs rookie Jaylon Tyson by filling his car with the snack
Tyson may never want to see another piece of popcorn againCBS Sports - Mar. 12 -
Cramer's week ahead: Fed meeting and earnings from FedEx, Micron and General Mills
CNBC's Jim Cramer walked investors through next week on Wall Street.CNBC - 4d -
A Cheeto Shaped Like the Pokemon Charizard Sells for Nearly $90,000
A “Flamin’ Hot” snack with an uncanny resemblance to a fire-breathing Pokémon was a hit on the auction block. First it needed a custom case.The New York Times - Mar. 7 -
U.S. retail sales barely rise, but investors see glimmer of good news in seemingly weak report
Retail sales barely rose in February, in another sign the economy might be weakening as businesses and consumers digest rapid-fire changes being made by the Trump White House.MarketWatch - 2d -
No quick fix to stronger sales, says Asda boss
Asda plans to spend more on reducing prices and improving product ranges for customers, but says its profits will suffer.BBC News - 4d -
Ultra-processed babies: are toddler snacks one of the great food scandals of our time?
For time-poor parents, straws, sticks, pouches and powders can seem like a quick, convenient and even healthy option. But these oversweetened, mushy foods are creating a generation of choosy ...The Guardian - 4d -
Dollar General CEO warns consumers are cash-strapped, and says 2025 won't be better
Dollar General CEO Todd Vasos said on Thursday that inflation continues to hurt the discounter’s customers and that the macroeconomic environment won’t improve this year.NBC News - 5d -
What’s Driving Tesla’s Woes?
As Tesla faces a global sales slump, and with shares down for the seventh consecutive week, could Elon Musk's antics really be to blame?Wired - Mar. 8 -
Kohl’s stock tumbles on weak outlook as sales slide. Retailer is taking action, CEO says.
Kohl’s has “identified key areas of focus,” CEO Ashley Buchanan said.MarketWatch - Mar. 11 -
Dollar General says lower-income customers shouldn’t expect any relief from high prices this year
The average transaction amount increased amid growth in consumables, which includes food, while traffic declined.MarketWatch - 6d -
Adobe previews AI generated PowerPoints from raw customer data with ‘Project Slide Wow’
The fate of Project Slide Wow depends on user interest and engagement, as Adobe monitors social media conversations.VentureBeat - 1h -
Get out, get back, get real: What inspectors general should learn from DOGE
DOGE, created with a focus on efficiency and waste reduction, has identified $105 billion in taxpayer savings, and IGs should consider reforming their practices to include separate headquarters and ...The Hill - 6d -
Former England back-row Millar-Mills retires
Former England forward Harriet Millar-Mills announces her retirement from rugby.Yahoo Sports - Mar. 11 -
Post-COVID, West End Theatres See Major Windfalls. Broadway Can’t Keep Up
Ticket sales have rebounded and then some in West End theatres after the pandemic.Inc. - 3d -
Dollar General CEO warns consumers are cash-strapped, and says 2025 won't be better
Tariffs and potential changes to government entitlement programs present potential further headwinds for core customers, said CEO Todd Vasos.CNBC - 6d -
Robots, drones and AI: How next-generation tech is changing the global supply chain
Logistics companies globally are leaning into emerging technologies such as robots, drones and AI to speed up the supply chain and serve customers faster.CNBC - 5d -
Malnutrition food product sees funding affected by USAID cuts
Plumpynut is a life-saving food product that can bring a malnourished child back to health in just weeks. But the Trump administration's cuts to USAID essentially canceled funding to two American ...CBS News - Mar. 8 -
'We will come straight back up' - Mills
Former Ipswich captain Mick Mills says his former side's inability to perform over the full 90 minutes will cost them but he remains confident they can bounce back next season. "The problem we ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Ottawa Senators: Diving Into The Analytics Of Josh Norris Versus Dylan Cozens
Despite having his name circulated in the rumour mill, it always felt like any trade involving Josh Norris would have to wait for the offseason. Considering the time of the season and the generally ...Yahoo Sports - Mar. 8 -
Brazil Wingback Hails Inter Milan ‘Focus’ In Pivotal Serie A Win Vs Title Rivals Atalanta
Carlos Augusto returned to the scoresheet to help Inter Milan see off Atalanta in last night’s Serie A title six-pointer.Speaking to InterTV via FCInterNews, he confessed he has been working on his ...Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Trump’s Clash With Maine Gov. Janet Mills Fuels Tensions Across State
Funding cuts, a censured lawmaker, citizen protests: The state has had a bumpy month since Gov. Janet Mills tangled with President Trump over transgender athletes.The New York Times - 4d -
Pennsylvania Dem: 'Trump slump has already begun'
Rep. Brendan Boyle (D-Pa.) said Sunday that the negative consequences of President Trump’s economic policies have already begun to take effect. “You know, the reality is, as the data from the ...The Hill - Mar. 10 -
It is mission critical that Labour repairs the contract between citizen and state | Andrew Rawnsley
Proving that government can be a force for good is essential if Sir Keir Starmer is to see off the populist right. Listening to Sir Keir Starmer’s recent lament that the “flabby” state is failing ...The Guardian - 3d -
These 5 Problems at Elon Musk’s Businesses Are Rooted in His DOGE Work
The time and focus Musk has dedicated to slashing federal jobs has sent investors and customers bolting from Tesla stock and cars, adding to other business for the divisive CEO.Inc. - Mar. 11 -
D.C. housing market shows signs of cracks amid mass federal layoffs
The supply of homes for sale across the nation always rises ahead of the busy spring market, but the Washington, D.C., metropolitan area is seeing an outsized increase, according to Realtor.com.NBC News - 5d -
The Art of Strategic Focus: Spending Time on What Matters Most
Not all tasks are created equal. Focus on what moves your business forward.Inc. - 4d -
Super Micro’s stock has its doubters, but it just got a vote of confidence
Super Micro is a “show-me story,” says a Rosenblatt analyst, but he sees room for gross margins to expand as the company sells more to enterprise customers.MarketWatch - Mar. 11 -
Derry to focus on Championship after relegation - Tally
Derry boss Paddy Tally says that his side's focus now turns to their Ulster Championship opener against Donegal after their relegation to Division Two was confirmed.Yahoo Sports - 3d -
How to Ensure Your Customer Success Software Delivers Efficient Results
Key questions to answer before you get started with customer success software.Inc. - 50m -
Customer Service Could Help Grow Your Business. Here’s How
Quality customer service not only retains customers, but also turns them into an exceptional marketing ally through word-of-mouth, loyalty, and trust.Inc. - Mar. 7 -
FAA restricting non-essential helicopter operations around Reagan National after deadly crash
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Friday announced it would permanently restrict “non-essential” helicopter operations around Washington, D.C.’s Ronald Reagan Washington National ...The Hill - 5d -
Mastering Gravitas: 3 Essentials for Standing Out as a Leader
Here’s how to cultivate confidence, credibility, and impact.Inc. - Mar. 8
