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Storefront with a large blue sign that says "Sam's Club" and two entrance and exit doors at the bottom.

Consumer Affairs

Sam's Club confirms new hours in the United States and everyone says the same thing

Sam's Club bets on an extension and new pickup options

Tall buildings with a United States flag waving and a red circle with question marks.

Consumer Affairs

The 7 major brands that have announced massive closures in 2025 in the United States

Macy's, Walgreens, or Joann Fabrics decide to close many stores in America

A woman with a surprised expression is in front of a background of copper coins, with a close-up of an ancient coin in a red circle.

Consumer Affairs

The curious 5-cent coin that reaches over $4.5 million in the United States

This fascinating coin stands out in the world of collecting due to its rarity and high market value

A person with a surprised expression holds their glasses in front of the buildings of two stores, one a Kroger and the other a Costco.

Consumer Affairs

Kroger gives the most anticipated news in the US and knocks out Costco: Starting today

Kroger chain faces Costco in a new move that will change the landscape of the U.S. market

A sign of a fast-food restaurant, which is Subway, with neon lights indicating that it is open.

Consumer Affairs

It's not Subway: Another major U.S. chain announces massive restaurant closures

Subway and TGI Fridays are facing the same challenge: adapting to a rapidly changing market

A man in religious attire in front of a historic building with a dome and a surprised emoji in the corner.

Lifestyle

Surprise at the Vatican: This could be Pope Francis's real successor

After the death of the Holy Father, bets are on for a successor who will need to regain the trust of the faithful

A woman with a surprised expression in front of a Dollar Tree store, with a prohibition symbol over an image of Walmart.

Consumer Affairs

Dollar Tree hits Walmart twice in the United States: It's official

Dollar Tree and the two products with which it shows up Walmart in the United States

Consumer Affairs

Confirmed: This is Trader Joe's novelty that hits Starbucks very hard

A new move by Trader Joe's has put Starbucks on alert, marking a shift in the market offering

A man with a surprised expression is in front of the facades of two stores, one of Kroger and the other of Walmart.

Consumer Affairs

Kroger makes a last-minute decision in the United States and knocks out Walmart

A strategic move by Kroger challenges Walmart's position in the competitive U.S. market

A woman with a surprised expression in front of a Taco Bell restaurant.

Consumer Affairs

One of Taco Bell's enemies unexpectedly closes its doors in the United States.

Felipe's in New Orleans closes early for safety: a blow to its competition