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Mattel, Hasbro lower guidance ahead of holiday season
Toy giants Mattel and Hasbro decreased 2024 guidance prior to the holiday season as toy sales continue to fall during the third quarter.2 hours ago -
Business - CNBC
Consumers choose their favorite retailers ahead of the holidays: Nike, Kohl's top the list
Nike and Kohl's are expecting sales to fall this year, but they remain a top choice among consumers, indicating they must move quickly to not fall out of favor.8 hours ago -
Business - Inc.
Mattel Braces for Flat Toy Sales Ahead of Holiday Season
Mattel, the company behind Barbie doesn’t anticipate a high holiday sales season this year.22 hours ago -
Business - The New York Times
Is an End to the S&P 500’s Record Rally in Sight?
The S&P 500’s huge gains over the past two years won’t be duplicated some analysts say, as a series of economic challenges piles up.2 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Consumers choose their favorite retailers ahead of the holidays: Nike, Kohl's top the list
Nike and Kohl’s may not be winning on Wall Street, but a wide set of consumers still consider them to be the best in their categories, according to a consumer sentiment survey released Thursday.5 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
U.S. economy keeps up the momentum ahead of holiday shopping season, S&P finds
The U.S. economy got off to a good start in the fourth quarter, a pair of S&P surveys found, and pointed toward steady growth at the tail end of the year.5 hours ago -
Business - MarketWatch
The economy avoided recession. And then it sped up. Here’s why.
The U.S. recession that was supposed to happen now appears to have become the economic expansion that just won’t end.6 hours ago -
World - Financial Times
FirstFT: Trump edges ahead of Harris in FT-Michigan Ross poll on economy
Also in today’s newsletter, Boeing machinists reject company pay offer and Tesla’s turnaround10 hours ago - Donald Trump -
Business - MarketWatch
Barbie boom fades at Mattel, but Hot Wheels — and adult collectors — are on an upswing
Mattel Inc. reported mixed third-quarter results, as a drop in demand for Barbie toys weighed on sales overall — but management said it expects a solid holiday season ahead and a toy-centric film ...20 hours ago -
World - The Guardian
Keeping up with the Jameses: sporting family ties and face-offs – in pictures
As LeBron and Bronny James become the first father and son duo to play together in the NBA, here are more families with overlapping sporting careers Continue reading...Yesterday -
Top stories - CBS News
Target, Walmart and other retailers announce price cuts ahead of holidays
Target says more than 2,000 items are having their prices marked down ahead of holiday season, joining other retailers like Walmart and Aldi who have also announced plans for cheaper costs before ...Yesterday -
Sports - The New York Times
The U.S. Men’s Soccer Team Has a Tricky Problem: Finding Fans
Profits are skyrocketing, but the average attendance at games is falling.2 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Target cutting prices on 2,000 items for cash-strapped shoppers ahead of the holidays
Target is lowering prices on more than 2,000 items across an array of categories in a bid to offer more discounts to cash-strapped customers as the holiday season approaches.2 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
U.S. economy poised for somewhat slower growth, leading indicators signal
The leading indicators of the U.S. economy fell again in September because of weakness in a few key industries such as housing and manufacturing, but not enough to suggest any sign of major trouble.3 days ago -
World - The Guardian
‘The teapot rattled – there were dentures inside!’ Readers on their most eerie, excellent charity shop finds
When a British fashion designer was reunited with her dress 40 years after it went missing, we asked for your best, most surprising discoveries. The charity shop I work in is in my village, and I ...3 days ago -
Business - Inc.
Poll Finds Voters Think Economy is Poor, But Split Over Whether Trump or Harris Can Fix It
Neither candidate is seen as having a clear advantage about how they would handle jobs and the economy.3 days ago - Donald Trump -
Business - Inc.
Is the U.S. Economy Too Strong for Its Own Good?
Stocks could come crashing down from record highs if the Fed does anything besides an interest rate cut.3 days ago -
Business - MarketWatch
Fed’s Logan says ‘strong and stable’ U.S. economy still faces ‘meaningful uncertainties’
The chief of the Dallas Federal Reserve said the economy is “strong and stable,” but the central bank needs to be watchful for a rebound in inflation as it gradually lowers U.S. interest rates.3 days ago -
Business - Financial Times
Israeli air strikes kill dozens in northern Gaza, health officials say
Women and children among dead in Beit Lahia as IDF continues offensive after killing Hamas leader4 days ago - Israel -
Top stories - CBS News
Despite signals the U.S. economy is strong, voters are wary
Wall Street has seen six straight weeks of gains and with unemployment near a 50-year low, there are signs the economy is strong. However, the cost of everyday essentials is still a top-of-mind ...4 days ago -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Warriors waive three players ahead of 2024-25 season opener
The Golden State Warriors' roster for the 2024-25 NBA season is set ahead of their game against the Trail Blazers on Wednesday in Portland.4 days ago - NBA -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Celtics waive Lonnie Walker IV ahead of season opener: Report
The Celtics have waived Lonnie Walker IV, per reports. Here's what that means for Boston's roster and Walker going forward.5 days ago - NBA -
Business - MarketWatch
The U.S. economy’s biggest threat? China’s clean-energy push.
As China ramps up its renewable-energy production, the U.S. risks becoming dependent on outdated energy sources.5 days ago - China -
Business - MarketWatch
How the U.S. economy became so hostile to parents — and who benefits
The financial strain felt by families is not the result of individual choices. Rather, experts told MarketWatch, it reflects an economy that isn’t adequately supporting families and may be actively ...5 days ago -
World - The Guardian
‘A little hyped up’: experts downplay claims over Petra archaeological find
Researchers urge caution after Jordan tomb excavation and say new clues about Nabataean culture may lie elsewhere. For one of the most famous ancient sites on the planet, there is a surprising ...5 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
Report finds hate against South Asians in U.S. rising
A new report published by Stop AAPI Hate shows a recent rise in hate and discrimination against South Asian Americans. The nonprofit organization found that 75% of anti-Asian online threats in ...5 days ago -
Top stories - CBS News
How is the economy really doing just weeks before the U.S. election?
With only weeks before the November 5 election, here's how top economists assess the health of the U.S. economy.5 days ago -
Business - CNBC
Port of Los Angeles freight rail delays reach two-year high, with holiday and everyday items piling up
Record September imports at the Port of Los Angeles driven by the East Coast strike have led to two-year high cargo congestion at rail yards.5 days ago -
Business - Inc.
How Create & Cultivate’s Jaclyn Johnson Keeps Up With Two Companies at Once
The entrepreneur ruthlessly prioritizes and never schedules meetings before 9 a.m. or after 5 p.m.6 days ago -
Top stories - NBC News
Trump’s legal team tried to keep Stormy Daniels quiet ahead of 2024 election, MSNBC reports
Former President Donald Trump this summer offered a financial incentive to adult film star Stormy Daniels if she agreed to keep quiet about Trump ahead of this November’s election, MSNBC’s Rachel ...October 17 -
Business - CNBC
Holiday shoppers plan to spend more while taking on debt this season
Leaning on credit cards, or even buy now, pay later, to purchase holiday gifts will come at a high cost if there are missed or late payments.October 16 -
Business - CNBC
Holiday shopping season: An early look at how retail stores and e-commerce are getting ready for the rush
The supply chain looks stable into holiday shopping season, according to a top DHL executive, but a few big changes are coming to e-commerce delivery schedules.October 16 -
Business - Inc.
Retailers Can Expect Another Record-Breaking Holiday Season
The National Retail Federation anticipates up to $990 billion in holiday sales despite inflation-wary consumers.October 15 -
Sports - Yahoo Sports
Toronto Raptors 2024-25 season preview: Are they close to finding a direction?
Breaking down Toronto's biggest question, best- and worst-case scenarios, and fantasy outlook.October 15 -
Top stories - The New York Times
Trump Leans On Creative Bookkeeping to Keep Up in Cash Race
Donald J. Trump’s official campaign committee has a payroll of fewer than a dozen and has found ways for another account to pick up the tab for his rallies.October 15 - Donald Trump -
Business - CNBC
Tokyo Metro's IPO could drive momentum in the Japanese market as Chinese listings dry up
"We think they're offering very, very good value," Mio Kato, founder of LightStream Research, told CNBC.October 15