Tag: Business
T-Mobile Offers Customers $4,200 in Stock Rewards
Karla Bowsher on June 7, 2016
T-Mobile is taking loyalty programs to a new level by offering customers up to 100 shares of company stock free.
Burger King Ditches the Bun in Its Latest Whopper Mash-Up
Krystal Steinmetz on June 6, 2016
Is it a Whopper or a burrito? Find out what to expect from BK’s new Whopperrito and where the chain is testing its new dish.
Walmart Is Resurrecting a Familiar Face
Krystal Steinmetz on June 5, 2016
Find out why this sunny face — which disappeared from Walmart stores 10 years ago — will soon greet shoppers again.
Economists Give Presidential Candidates Failing Grades
Karla Bowsher on June 3, 2016
More than three-quarters of leading economists surveyed say the major candidates deserve either an F or a D for their discussions of economic issues.
The Most-Hated Company in the U.S. Is …
Krystal Steinmetz on June 1, 2016
This company has the least-satisfied customers in America. (Hint: It’s not Comcast.)
Starbucks’ Newest Brew Will Be on Tap
Krystal Steinmetz on June 1, 2016
Starbucks unveils a product that flows dark and velvety like Guinness for the rapidly growing market for chilled drinks.
This DIY System Makes ‘Home-Brewing’ Beer Quick and Easy
Krystal Steinmetz on May 31, 2016
The soda maker hopes its new homemade beer-making system will hop up sales and restore consumers’ fizzling interest in its DIY drink makers.
American Flag Sales Having Banner Year in 2016
Karla Bowsher on May 31, 2016
Old Glory’s popularity is soaring once again. Find out what is behind the surge in purchases.
Now Hiring: Professional Cuddlers (No Joke)
Krystal Steinmetz on May 30, 2016
If you love to hug and snuggle, you may want to consider a gig as a professional cuddler. It’s a real job and it pays $40 and up an hour.
CVS to Let You Opt Out of ‘Yard-Long’ Receipts
Karla Bowsher on May 25, 2016
The pharmacy chain will soon give you the option to receive all coupons as well as your receipts by email.
What You Can Expect (Deals) as Sports Authority Stores Close
Krystal Steinmetz on May 19, 2016
The beleaguered sporting goods chain has been sold and all of its stores are closing. Find out when you can score some good deals on the stores’ merchandise.
Want a Better Job? Start Looking in These 25 Cities
Karla Bowsher on May 19, 2016
Two West Coast cities lead Glassdoor’s latest annual list of the top 25 cities for jobs.
The 5 Most Common Causes of Workplace Injuries
Karla Bowsher on May 19, 2016
One type of activity is especially likely to lead to injuries, according to a new study.
It’s Official: New Overtime Rules to Benefit 4.2 Million
Karla Bowsher on May 18, 2016
The salary threshold below which most white-collar, salaried workers are entitled to overtime pay will be twice as high.
Big News for Fans of T.J.Maxx, Marshalls, Home Goods
Karla Bowsher on May 18, 2016
The company that owns the discount retail store chains T.J.Maxx, Marshalls and Home Goods is planning to increase its store count by more than 50 percent.
Wendy’s Moves to Expand Automated Ordering, Cut Workers
Krystal Steinmetz on May 17, 2016
You might have to forego human interaction to get your burger at the fast food chain as it moves towards self-service kiosks and expands use of apps to cut its labor costs.
This $45 Sam’s Club Membership Deal (Valued at $245) Is a Steal
Krystal Steinmetz on May 16, 2016
If you think a warehouse store membership would serve you, here’s a good way to get started: an awesome new-members package at Sam’s Club.
Will McDonald’s Newest Ingredient (Fresh Beef) Make the Difference?
Krystal Steinmetz on May 15, 2016
In its latest effort to woo diners, the struggling fast food giant is serving up fresh — not frozen — beef patties at some of its restaurants.
Surprise, Diners: It Turns Out We Like to Tip Our Waiters
Krystal Steinmetz on May 15, 2016
Many Americans complain about tipping the wait staff when dining out. But when this restaurant chain experimented with a no-tipping policy, it backfired.
Money Managers Earning Way More Than Top CEOs
Karla Bowsher on May 13, 2016
Top-earning hedge fund managers are raking in boatloads of cash. What does it mean for you?
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