Trump is starting a french fry war
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Leaked TikTok memo reveals changes to its e-commerce division that give more power to Chinese and Singaporean leaders
TikTok Shop is restructuring its governance and experience e-commerce team in markets like LATAM, leaning on global leaders from China and Singapore.
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TGI Fridays' CEO shares 4 ways he's prepping the company for a comeback after its bankruptcy filing
TGI Fridays CEO Ray Blanchette shared the four things he's focusing on after the chain's bankruptcy filing.
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Made-in-America CEOs are rooting for a manufacturing comeback, but they say it takes time to do it right
CEOs of made-in-America businesses say there are real benefits from boosting domestic manufacturing, but it can't happen overnight.
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Starbucks baristas told us why they aren't sold on the chain's new dress code
Starbucks' new dress code could lead baristas to spend on overhauling their wardrobe. It's also giving some pause about the turnaround effort.
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We shopped Target's new Kate Spade line, and it's the chain's best designer collaboration yet
Target and Kate Spade launched a limited-edition collaboration on Saturday. Three Business Insider reporters loved the line for different reasons.
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Taco Bell's chicken nuggets return next week, with plans to make crispy chicken permanent by 2026
Taco Bell is bringing its chicken nuggets back starting next week. The chain plans to make crispy chicken a permanent category by 2026.
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Shein and Temu say you've got 8 days of low-cost shopping left before the Trump tariff price hikes kick in
They promised their US customers eight days of low-price shopping. Temu said it had stocked up inventory and would make sure orders arrived smoothly.
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This stroller is getting $300 more expensive because of tariffs, a baby store owner tells me
Parents, get ready: It looks like it's going to get a lot more expensive to raise a family. A baby store owner shares why tariffs mean higher prices.
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Videos show just how far ahead China's drone delivery is compared to the US
The US is still experimenting with drone delivery, but Chinese companies have been doing it successfully for years.
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David's Bridal CEO says the company raced to avoid price hikes over tariffs by shifting dress production out of China
Kelly Cook, the CEO of David's Bridal, told Business Insider the company started moving dress production out of China months ago.
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Convenience stores are becoming culinary destinations
Convenience stores are offering more freshly prepared foods like gourmet burgers. It's putting them in competition with fast-food chains.
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I tried on work pants from Gap, Old Navy, and Banana Republic. I was blown away by one pair's stylish shape and fit.
After trying on similar pairs of work pants at Gap, Old Navy, and Banana Republic, one stood out for its flattering and stylish fit.
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Hermès overtakes Bernard Arnault's LVMH to become France's most valuable company
LVMH shares fell sharply in Paris on Tuesday after the French luxury conglomerate reported a slide in first-quarter results.
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The Chinese e-commerce app the US can't get enough of right now
Chinese retailer DHgate, popular for selling dupes of brands like Birkenstock and YSL, became the number two free app on the US App Store on Tuesday.
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LVMH says it's looking into moving more manufacturing to the US after Trump's tariff threats
The group's CFO said it was looking into shifting some segments of its manufacturing process, but it won't happen "overnight."
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The latest change you'll see at Starbucks: a new barista dress code
Starbucks baristas will have to wear black shirts and bottoms of certain colors to meet a new dress code. The goal: to highlight their green aprons.
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4 mistakes you should never make at the grocery store, according to an etiquette expert
Parking your shopping cart in the middle of the aisle is one of the many things you shouldn't do at grocery store, according to an etiquette coach.
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Some trends come and go, but teens' love for Chick-fil-A endures
Chick-fil-A has been teens' favorite restaurant chain in Piper Sandler's surveys since 2018.
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Welcome to trade war TikTok
As the US's tariffs on goods from China have stacked up to 145%, the trade war between the US and China is the hot topic on TikTok right now.
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Return-to-office is fashion's hot new trend
Brands ranging from budget-friendly Uniqlo to fashion houses like Prada, Ferrari, and Balenciaga have taken inspiration from return-to-office.
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I'm a cookie baker from Denver already dealing with soaring egg and chocolate prices. Trump's tariffs are going to hit my small business hard.
Beth Pratt started a small cookie business in Denver in December. Since then, she's been hit with challenges, from skyrocketing egg prices to tariffs.
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Here comes the tariff: Brides are scrambling as wedding gowns get caught in Trump's trade war
Most wedding dresses are made in China. That means Trump's huge tariffs on Chinese goods could make getting married more expensive.
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I went to Primark and saw why the fast-fashion retailer keeps opening stores in the US
Primark operates hundreds of clothing stores in Europe. I went to one of their US stores to see whether their cheap clothes strategy might work here.
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Shoppers' answer to tariffs: Go to Costco
Warehouse clubs like Costco and Sam's Club saw a boost in visitors at the end of March, before Trump's latest tariffs were scheduled to take effect.
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I've roasted coffee for 25 years. The industry was in denial about Trump's tariffs until they disrupted our imports.
Wonderstate Coffee's co-owner TJ Semanchin told BI the coffee industry felt the impact of Trump's blanket tariffs immediately.
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The bags founders, venture capitalists, and other successful men are carrying to work in 2025
There are countless work bag options on the market in 2025. Successful men shared their favorites, from leather totes to commuter backpacks.
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The moves companies have already made as they navigate Trump's tariffs
In response to Trump's barrage of tariffs, companies signaled price hikes and others halted US orders as they navigate the highly fluid situation.
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I'm the CEO of a clothing brand that makes 100% of our apparel in America. Trump's tariffs are too chaotic to help me.
Epaulet's owner, Eva Kuhle, says the White House's tariff policies are undermining domestic manufacturing.
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The consumer tariff tax is here. Coffee shops are starting to raise prices.
The coffee industry is reeling from Trump's tariffs, and some cafés and importers are starting to bump up their beans' price tags.
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Everyone loves Le Labo — so I tried 6 of the brand's popular fragrances and ranked them from worst to best
Le Labo is known for its famous scents like Santal 33. Some of its perfumes are underrated, while others arguably don't deserve the hype they get.
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From Hollister to UGG, teen fashion is hitting rewind
Piper Sandler's semi-annual teen survey is out, and brands that teens of the past loved are regaining popularity with Gen Alpha and teenage Gen Zers.
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A.1. Sauce is seizing the moment after Linda McMahon's 'AI' gaffe
Secretary of Education Linda McMahon referred to artificial intelligence as "A1" during a panel this week.
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TikTok is laying off staff as it restructures part of its e-commerce business
TikTok is letting go of some governance and experience employees on its e-commerce team. The group handles Shop marketplace safety.
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Amazon tells employees to soften tariff pain for vendors — but there's a catch
Amazon offers price concessions to select vendors to offset Chinese tariff impacts, aiming to retain vendors amidst rising costs.
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I have a shipment coming from Temu. Am I going to have to pay a giant fee?
I placed a Temu order just before Donald Trump's "Liberation Day" tariffs. Since then, it's been chaos. The one big question: Will my stuff arrive?
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Amazon's CEO sees evidence of people stockpiling — and says that sellers will likely pass tariff costs onto shoppers
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy said that some customers are "buying ahead" to beat tariffs and that some sellers may pass on cost increases to buyers.
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Britain's iconic red postboxes are getting a 21st-century makeover to handle returns and secondhand sellers
Royal Mail is testing postboxes with larger slots and a barcode scanner so secondhand sellers and online shoppers don't have to queue at post offices.
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Read Amazon CEO's annual letter. He predicts AI will get cheaper thanks to chip improvements.
Amazon CEO Andy Jassy pointed to chips as "the biggest culprit" behind the cost of AI. "Most AI to date has been built on one chip provider."
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They assemble their products in America. They're also rattled by Trump's tariffs.
Trump says his tariffs will cause more products to be made in the USA. American business owners tell BI it's not so simple.
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The CFO of Walmart says the brand is facing a volatile outlook on a 'day to day' basis
China, which is one of Walmart's biggest suppliers, was hit with 125% tariffs on Wednesday.
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Starbucks launched a line of Singaporean drinks and treats. I'm a local, and I put the menu to the test.
As a local, I was a fan of the new flavors — the Black Sesame Frappuccino and the coffee-tea hybrid Yuan Yang drink were both tasty.
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Read 4 brutal quotes of Dave & Buster's interim CEO absolutely tearing into the company's previous leadership
The gaming and restaurant company's stock is down 70% in the last year.
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America is about to become one giant yard sale
Economic anxiety from tariffs and a looming recession are fueling secondhand shopping and resale markets.
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I visited Hooters and saw why the chain is facing bankruptcy
Hooters of America is navigating Chapter 11 bankruptcy. I went to one of Hooters' restaurants to see why the chain is facing financial troubles.
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Coffee Mate is reveling in its unexpected piña colada success after 'The White Lotus' finale
Coffee Mate's marketing team, which was quick to react to the HBO series' finale, was surprised by the last episode.
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MrBeast says it'll be 'way cheaper' to make his Feastables chocolates outside the US because of Trump's tariffs
MrBeast said Trump's tariffs had been "pretty brutal" for his chocolate brand, Feastables, but that they'd "figure it out."
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I've been shopping at Costco for over 20 years. These are the 8 best items I saw in the store this month.
As a longtime shopper, I think the Toom garlic dip and Mac Sports double camping chair are two of the best things to get at Costco right now.
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A small fashion brand owner took to TikTok to lay out 3 big ways the Trump tariffs will hit his company
Costs, uncertainty, and a deterioration of his overseas market were at the forefront of his concerns.
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