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When AI sells to AI, brands win on data and identity 
When AI sells to AI, brands win on data and identity 

In the modern era, brands can be present anywhere. Showing up intentionally is the key to success.

By Jarrod MartinApril 13, 2026
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‘People are trying to be creative’: Tariff-battered American companies are so cash-starved they are using refund claims as collateral for loans
By Sasha RogelbergApril 12, 2026
A Starbucks barista stands behind a cash register.
Starbucks’ game plan to roll out AI chatbots at cafés could serve as a ‘litmus test’ for the industry, analyst says
By Sasha RogelbergApril 11, 2026
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Americans hate the economy so much, they’re buying $22 smoothies
By Yuanyuan (Gina) Cui, Patrick Van Esch and The ConversationApril 9, 2026
The Navy confirmed an ‘abundant amount’ of Uncrustables when the Artemis II crew lands. Smucker’s just offered them a lifetime supply
The Navy confirmed an ‘abundant amount’ of Uncrustables when the Artemis II crew lands. Smucker’s just offered them a lifetime supply
By Catherina GioinoApril 10, 2026
JFK, jr and Carolyn Bessette walk their dog in New York City.
Levi’s 517 jeans sales jump 25% thanks to ‘Love Story’ and the Carolyn Bessette Kennedy effect
By Molly Liebergall and Morning BrewApril 9, 2026
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United CEO has pitched possible combination with rival American
PoliticsUnited CEO has pitched possible combination with rival American
By Siddharth Philip, Allyson Versprille, Sri Taylor and BloombergApril 13, 2026
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LawMeet the man accused of throwing a Molotov cocktail at Sam Altman: a 20-year-old AI doomer
By Juan Lozano, Lekan Oyekanmi and The Associated PressApril 13, 2026
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - DECEMBER 12: President-elect Donald Trump rings the opening bell on the trading floor of the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on December 12, 2024 in New York City. Trump was invited to the Exchange after being named TIME’s “Person of the Year” for the second time. (Photo by Spencer Platt/Getty Images)
EnergyWall Street is the biggest winner of the Iran war—and the S&P 500 just turned positive for the year
By Eva RoytburgApril 13, 2026
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EnvironmentColombia approves plan to kill cocaine hippos roaming through center of country
By Manuel Rueda and The Associated PressApril 13, 2026
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PoliticsTrump refuses to apologize to the Pope, offers implausible explanation for tweeting himself as Jesus
By Will Weissert, Josh Boak, Nicole Winfield and The Associated PressApril 13, 2026
AI agents are acting like employees, but company structures still treat them like software
CommentaryAI agents are acting like employees, but company structures still treat them like software
By Dan MountstephenApril 13, 2026
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EnergyWith the U.S. now blockading the Strait of Hormuz, the focus is on who has ‘the guts to go through first’
By Jordan BlumApril 13, 2026
New drones are giving Ukraine a battlefield advantage and ravaging Russia’s oil industry
InnovationNew drones are giving Ukraine a battlefield advantage and ravaging Russia’s oil industry
By Jason MaApril 13, 2026
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EnergyAmericans are shocked by utility bills as high as $1,000: They’re paying the price for aging grids, fuel-price whiplash, and extreme weather
By Ashley LutzFebruary 10, 2026
  • Walmart doubles down on health, promoting 3,000 pharmacy workers and upping earning potential—with no college degree required
    Workplace CultureWalmart doubles down on health, promoting 3,000 pharmacy workers and upping earning potential—with no college degree required
    By Sydney LakeJanuary 29, 2026
‘We inherited a very damaged brand’: Red Lobster CEO says the seafood chain could kill more locations and menu items to stay afloat
Retail‘We inherited a very damaged brand’: Red Lobster CEO says the seafood chain could kill more locations and menu items to stay afloat
By Sydney LakeFebruary 10, 2026
Agentic commerce will reward the fastest learners, not the biggest retailers
CommentaryAgentic commerce will reward the fastest learners, not the biggest retailers
By Simon JamesFebruary 10, 2026
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AsiaChinese shoppers can’t get enough of Disney’s Zootopia and Ralph Lauren’s ‘old money’ look despite nationalistic vibes
By Chan Ho-Him and The Associated PressFebruary 10, 2026
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C-SuiteTarget’s new CEO just put veteran members of his C-suite on the shelf in first big shakeup
By Anne D'Innocenzio and The Associated PressFebruary 10, 2026
Gen Z didn’t grow up with 2000s body image baggage—and Victoria’s Secret CEO says they’re embracing the glamorous fashion show again
RetailGen Z didn’t grow up with 2000s body image baggage—and Victoria’s Secret CEO says they’re embracing the glamorous fashion show again
By Emma HinchliffeFebruary 9, 2026
  • How stroopwafels and saffron tiramisu fit into Starbucks’ plan to get to 40,000 stores around the world
    RetailHow stroopwafels and saffron tiramisu fit into Starbucks’ plan to get to 40,000 stores around the world
    By Phil WahbaJanuary 29, 2026
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RetailEddie Bauer’s retail operator declares bankruptcy as younger shoppers view the brand as ‘old-fashioned and a bit irrelevant’
By Anne D'Innocenzio and The Associated PressFebruary 9, 2026
The man who fixed Walmart’s grocery business was just appointed CEO of Kroger
RetailThe man who fixed Walmart’s grocery business was just appointed CEO of Kroger
By Phil WahbaFebruary 9, 2026
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CommentaryThe Super Bowl reveals a dangerous gap in corporate strategy 
By Christopher VollmerFebruary 9, 2026
Thasunda Brown Duckett, TIAA CEO, speaks onstage during a live taping of "Earn Your Leisure" at Martin Luther King Jr. International Chapel at Morehouse College on January 22, 2024 in Atlanta, Georgia.
FinanceMeet the 10 Black Fortune 500 CEOs leading companies with over $412 billion in combined revenues
By Cheyann HarrisFebruary 9, 2026
Trump’s Greenland crisis triggered a surge in apps designed to help shoppers boycott U.S. goods, though few American imports are on store shelves
RetailTrump’s Greenland crisis triggered a surge in apps designed to help shoppers boycott U.S. goods, though few American imports are on store shelves
By James Brooks and The Associated PressFebruary 8, 2026
  • Amazon is closing its futuristic Go and Fresh stores—showing logistics and tech aren’t enough to make old-school retail work
    Big TechAmazon is closing its futuristic Go and Fresh stores—showing logistics and tech aren’t enough to make old-school retail work
    By Phil WahbaJanuary 29, 2026
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RetailGrocery prices have surged 25% in Colorado since the pandemic with Kroger and Walmart sharing half the market. Enter Aldi
By Jack Buffington and The ConversationFebruary 8, 2026
Meet the CEO taking Victoria’s Secret from ‘woke-washing’ to owning sexy again
C-SuiteMeet the CEO taking Victoria’s Secret from ‘woke-washing’ to owning sexy again
By Emma HinchliffeFebruary 7, 2026
Many 2026 Super Bowl ads share a common theme, revealing a truth about America’s current mindset
Arts & EntertainmentMany 2026 Super Bowl ads share a common theme, revealing a truth about America’s current mindset
By Mae Anderson and The Associated PressFebruary 6, 2026
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Arts & EntertainmentYour Super Bowl party can beat inflation, Wells Fargo says. Just double down on wings and guac and skip the beef
By Nick LichtenbergFebruary 6, 2026
A woman holds up a peace sign as she runs in the New York City Marathon.
RetailGen Z’s latest status symbol is running a marathon—and it’s terrible news for Gucci, Louis Vuitton, and Hermès
By Sasha RogelbergFebruary 6, 2026
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CommentaryUnderstanding corporate leaders’ muted Minnesota response: the example of Disney, Florida and conservative retaliation
By Alessandro Piazza and The ConversationFebruary 5, 2026
PepsiCo is cutting prices for snacks like Doritos by ‘up to 15%’ to appease customers pinched by the K-shaped economy
RetailPepsiCo is cutting prices for snacks like Doritos by ‘up to 15%’ to appease customers pinched by the K-shaped economy
By Dave Lozo and Morning BrewFebruary 4, 2026
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RetailKalshi gave away $50 in free groceries for 3 hours in New York City. A line 4 blocks long full of students and people on food stamps formed
By Eva RoytburgFebruary 4, 2026
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Arts & EntertainmentThe ‘Kardashian Kurse’ and a Jurassic Park reunion are among the Super Bowl commercials planned for this year
By Mae Anderson and The Associated PressFebruary 4, 2026
How Victoria’s Secret got its sexy back
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By Emma HinchliffeFebruary 4, 2026
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SuccessIn 250 years, the economy has gone from agrarian to industrial to service to experience. Now the transformation economy is here
By B. Joseph Pine IIFebruary 3, 2026
In his day one message, Target’s new CEO ignored the elephant in the room. People noticed
RetailIn his day one message, Target’s new CEO ignored the elephant in the room. People noticed
By Phil WahbaFebruary 3, 2026
Indonesia’s Danantara bets a new $6 billion SOE can save a textile industry from Trump tariffs and foreign competition
EconomyIndonesia’s Danantara bets a new $6 billion SOE can save a textile industry from Trump tariffs and foreign competition
By Angelica AngFebruary 2, 2026
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Economy‘The Chinese have invaded us in terms of merchandise’: Mexico and Argentina lead Latin America’s struggles with flood of imports
By Chan Ho-Him, Isabel Debre, Nayara Batschke, Fabiola Sánchez and The Associated PressFebruary 2, 2026
Meet Walmart’s new CEO, John Furner: Once an hourly worker, today he takes charge of the top company in the Fortune 500
C-SuiteMeet Walmart’s new CEO, John Furner: Once an hourly worker, today he takes charge of the top company in the Fortune 500
By Marco Quiroz-GutierrezFebruary 1, 2026
Mexico’s ban on vapes could give drug cartels more revenue — ‘those selling cocaine, fentanyl, marijuana are selling you vapes’
North AmericaMexico’s ban on vapes could give drug cartels more revenue — ‘those selling cocaine, fentanyl, marijuana are selling you vapes’
By María Verza and The Associated PressJanuary 31, 2026
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RetailStarbucks battles the ‘polyamorous’ era of coffee as customers experiment: ‘they’re seeing what’s out there’
By Dee-Ann Durbin and The Associated PressJanuary 31, 2026
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Big TechFive years after the short squeeze, GameStop’s CEO is betting on a ‘genius or totally foolish’ $100 billion-plus acquisition
By Jake AngeloJanuary 30, 2026
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By Jake AngeloJanuary 30, 2026
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