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Amid revenue declines, ThredUp is not anticipating the financial pressure that consumers are feeling let up any time soon. The online consignment and thrift store shared in its second-quarter 2024 earnings results Monday (Aug. 5) that it saw a 4% decline in total revenue year over year, with U.S. revenue remaining flat and European revenue plummeting by 18%.

ThredUp CEO: It Will Be a While Before Shoppers Splurge Again

The Guardian

Diversification plan and growing consumer confidence prompts £1m profit for courier in first half of year

Deliveroo’s push into grocery orders helps deliver ‘profit milestone’

On Tuesday (Aug. 6), Instacart announced an expansion of its service portfolio as part of its strategy to solidify its position in the online grocery market. The company has forged a new partnership with Uber Eats, enabling customers to order both groceries and restaurant meals through the Instacart app. This...

Instacart Expands Services, Partners With Uber Eats to Integrate Restaurant Orders

As consumers seek to balance convenience and cost, alcoholic beverage brands are seeing current economic pressures hamper enthusiasm for beer, wine and spirits delivery. In an interview with PYMNTS for this week’s Shop Talk, Peyton Mason, CFO at craft distillery Laws Whiskey House, which was founded in 2011 and began selling in 2014, discussed how consumers’ alcoholic beverage eCommerce behaviors have shifted in the last few years.

Shop Talk: Financial Pressures Have Consumers Cautious About Alcohol eCommerce

New Jersey State

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Connecticut State

Capital Chronicles

Stop & Shop, a beloved grocery chain across the Northeast, has announced unexpected closures for 32 underperforming locations by the end of this year. This decision affects stores in New Jersey, Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut, and Rhode Island, with closures scheduled before November 2.

A well-loved grocery chain has confirmed that it unexpectedly closed some of its stores

The US Sun

A fuming shopper has slammed Costco for accusing him of sharing a membership card with his brother. The shopper said he canceled his Costco membership and joined Sam’s Club instead after the retailer attempted to crack down on card-sharing. “Now I just have BJS and Sam Club memberships,” tweeted the consumer. “I canceled my Costco […]

Costco shopper cancels membership after ID check accuses him of being his ‘brother’ – so he joined Sam’s Club instead

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If you thought fast food companies couldn’t get any greedier when it comes to menu prices, especially at Wendy’s, you’d be wrong. The chain just announced that they’re rolling out “Uber-style surge-pricing” for the...

TikTokers Say Wendy's Has 'Officially Gone Way Overboard' With Their 'Surge Pricing' As Customer Pays '$18 For A Combo' Meal: 'Boycott Immediately'

GOODWILL shoppers have been noticing prices get higher at the discount store. Some are taking to social media to vent their price concerns at the chain. The company is known for selling cheap goods, especially clothes. However, inflation has impacted even the secondhand market. Now, fans are airing their grievances...

‘What’s the point’ cry Goodwill customers over increasing costs as shoppers say prices are ‘like a department store’

Smyrna, GA

A RETAILER has lost out to one of its rivals due to a push at checkout that is sending customers elsewhere. Janet Furgason from Georgia, took to Facebook to share how after several decades, she will no longer shop at Lowe’s. Her experience alone has been enough to see others flee the retailer. “I am […]

‘I will no longer be shopping at Lowes,’ customer says after being forced to use self-checkout thanks to store’s move

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NewsNinja

A lady is cautioning others about purchasing budget earrings from Amazon, Shein, and H&M, after she experienced keloid formations on her earlobes due to wearing them. On a TikTok post that has garnered more than 334,000 likes, Sailor Rozema (@sailor.rozema), a content creator, shares a warning with her community of "dangly earring girls": the inexpensive jewelry found in fast fashion can have negative impacts on your well-being.

‘I’ll never be wearing earrings for the rest of my life’: Customer warns against buying from Shein

Costco shoppers have always been loyal to the store and its beloved Kirkland Signature private label products. Between the bulk items, exclusive deals, and a fan-favorite bakery and food court, the club store has a cult following. While we’ve all been concerned about losing that classic $1.50 hot dog combo...

Costco Is Raising Membership Prices for the First Time in 7 Years

Missouri State

CJ Coombs

Denny's was once a staple of the American diner landscape. In recent years, it has had its ups and downs, especially post-pandemic. The dining habits of people also change. Some customers have a more discerning taste.

Denny's: a legacy of serving customers for over 65 years including 27 locations in Missouri

Insider

McDonald's global comparable sales dropped 1%. CEO Chris Kempczinski said the company hadn't homed in strongly enough on value.

McDonald's just admitted that it's too expensive, and it's driving some customers away

Illinois State

TheStreet

Walmart has been ordered to face a lawsuit that accuses it of having deceptive pricing.

Walmart uses bait-and-switch tactic on customers, says lawsuit

South Carolina State

Colleton County, SC

Explore Beaufort SC

Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

FinanceBuzz

Customers of (typically) universally loved Aldi dish on what made them turn their backs on the grocer — forever.

11 Reasons Aldi Lost Real Customers Forever

GOBankingRates

Dollar Tree sells all of your everyday essentials year-round, but it also has a large selection of party supplies, balloons and seasonal decorations for every holiday and occasion. Most items cost...

8 Items To Get at Dollar Tree for Labor Day That Cost Way More at Walmart

Florida State

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Uncovering Florida

Most people are guilty of doing it at least once in their lives, many people do it by accident, some do it because they find it fun, and others do it for reasons like honoring loved ones. Regardless of the situation, just about everyone has released a balloon. The difference is that intentionally releasing balloons is now illegal by House Bill 321’s standards.

Law Signed By DeSantis Makes It Illegal To Release Balloons In Florida

Easley, SC

WALMART shoppers have had enough with the store's latest policies, which include item limits on self-checkout lanes and receipt checks upon leaving the store. One shopper from South Carolina voiced her frustrations with the retail giant on social media, calling her latest shopping experience "ridiculous." WALMART WOES. Self-checkout lanes seemingly...

‘Getting out of hand,’ Walmart shopper cries after waiting 30 minutes to pay – store’s policy shocked her at checkout

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

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Resy: Consumer Demand for Restaurant Reservations Has Not Slowed

Resy, a restaurant reservation platform owned by American Express, reportedly sees no evidence of a weakening of consumer sentiment among its customers. Consumer demand for restaurant...

Resy: Consumer Demand for Restaurant Reservations Has Not Slowed

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