October 16, 2023

Breaking News: Rite Aid Files for Bankruptcy

Rite Aid has filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy protection. As of June 3rd this year, the company had $8.60 billion...

By Jake Calhoun

October 13, 2023

Breaking News: Amazon Ushers in an Early Black Friday with Big Deal Days

Seeing ads for an Amazon Prime Day has probably caused people to double check their calendar, yet for the third...

By Jake Calhoun

October 12, 2023

Tech Trends: FTC Cracks Down on Junk Fees

When making a purchase, most customers skip to the total to determine if what they are buying is worth it....

By Jake Calhoun

October 5, 2023

Vs Goliath: Jersey Mike’s Subs vs Subway

Initially marketed as a healthier fast-food alternative, submarine sandwich chains have become fast-food behemoths with their own competitive hierarchy. At...

By Jake Calhoun

September 28, 2023

Through the Years: The 1980’s and a New Individuality

The 1980’s was a decade of great change for the U.S. and the retail companies that inhabited it. Counterculture was...

By Jake Calhoun

September 21, 2023

Rumor Has It: Return at Your Own Risk

With the holidays fast approaching, all eyes are fixating on Black Friday and the chance for record setting revenue. The...

By Jake Calhoun

September 14, 2023

Tech Trends: Celebrities to the Rescue

Marketing to a target audience is difficult even in the best of conditions. Once you throw in falling store traffic...

By Jake Calhoun

September 7, 2023

Vs Goliath: Five Below vs Dollar General

Discount stores have steadily gained popularity over the decades, and they could see a sharp rise in the next few...

By Jake Calhoun

August 29, 2023

Through the Years: The 1970’s and Activism Take Over Retail

The 1970’s were an evolution of the turmoil that defined the 60’s. Counterculture took center stage and the ripple effects...

By Jake Calhoun

August 24, 2023

Rumor Has It: Balking at Rising Prices

Inflation has caused prices to spiral out of control for many Americans. Businesses are facing increased expenses from the supply...

By Jake Calhoun

August 17, 2023

Tech Trends: Delivering on Expectations

Once having a website became the norm for companies, home delivery soon followed. In the years following the pandemic, it...

By Jake Calhoun

August 16, 2023

Breaking News:  ALDI to Acquire Winn-Dixie and Harveys Supermarket

ALDI Inc. is acquiring Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. and Harveys Supermarkets from Southeastern Grocers.  The transaction is part of a larger...

By Jake Calhoun