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James Daunt sits in a booksop, gesturing with both hands and smiling.
Barnes & Noble CEO clarifies the bookseller’s stance on AI-written books after refusing to ban them: ‘This is a straightforward rejection of AI books’

James Daunt told Fortune the responsibility to decide on what AI-generated means lies with the publisher, not the seller.

By Sasha RogelbergMay 22, 2026
Walmart shoppers are filling their gas tanks with less than 10 gallons for the first time since 2022, and its CFO calls it ‘an indication of stress’
Walmart shoppers are filling their gas tanks with less than 10 gallons for the first time since 2022, and its CFO calls it ‘an indication of stress’
By Marco Quiroz-GutierrezMay 22, 2026
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Trump reverses grocery, air conditioning pollution regulations because they’re too woke
By Matthew Daly and The Associated PressMay 21, 2026
A Pizza Hut workers prepares an order for delivery.
Pizza Hut franchisee claims $100 million losses from ‘cascading operational breakdowns’ in AI adoption gone wrong
By Sasha RogelbergMay 19, 2026
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Target posts biggest jump in comparable sales in 4 years as turnaround takes shape
By Anne D'Innocenzio and The Associated PressMay 20, 2026
Variational co-founders Edward Yu and Lucas Schuermann pose for a picture
Variational raises $50 million Series A to bring liquidity from traditional markets to blockchain rails
By Jack KubinecMay 20, 2026
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Elon Musk’s SpaceX IPO filing just told us what business he’s betting on for the future—and it’s not rockets
InvestingElon Musk’s SpaceX IPO filing just told us what business he’s betting on for the future—and it’s not rockets
By Shawn TullyMay 23, 2026
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CommentaryMy startup hit $200 million ARR. But first I walked away from 2.5 million YouTube subscribers and nearly went bankrupt
By Joel MorrisMay 23, 2026
How Grab’s CTO sees the superapp’s push into physical AI and automated driving—and why he uses his competitors’ robots in the office
AIHow Grab’s CTO sees the superapp’s push into physical AI and automated driving—and why he uses his competitors’ robots in the office
By Angelica AngMay 22, 2026
Trump AI and crpto czar David Sacks sits next to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg at a dinner table in the White House as Zuckerberg turns to Sacks and says something.
AITech billionaires convinced Trump to back off an AI executive order. But much of MAGA favors AI regulation
By Jeremy KahnMay 22, 2026
A photo taken during the Maroon Bells bicycle ride during Fortune Brainstorm Tech 2019 in Aspen, Colorado. (Photo: Fortune)
InnovationFortune Brainstorm Tech 2026 will be brilliant
By Andrew NuscaMay 22, 2026
Beyond the diploma: Skills that actually get graduates hired
Future of WorkBeyond the diploma: Skills that actually get graduates hired
By Ashley LutzMay 22, 2026
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AIMicrosoft reports are exposing AI’s real cost problem: Using the tech is more expensive than paying human employees
By Jake AngeloMay 22, 2026
Sam Altman standing in a lift.
AIThe big questions looming over OpenAI’s trillion-dollar IPO
By Beatrice NolanMay 22, 2026
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EconomyConsumer sentiment has plunged nearly 30% from just a year ago
By The Associated PressNovember 7, 2025
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    RetailOregon-based ‘cork dork’ celebrates Portugal’s vital exemption from Trump tariffs after he lobbied hard for wine carveout
    By Dee-Ann Durbin, Barry Hatton and The Associated PressSeptember 5, 2025
A Starbucks barista stands behind the cash register, looking concerned.
RetailStarbucks apologizes for $29.95 ‘Bearista’ chaos after many fans miss out and merch resells for up to $50,000 online
By Sasha RogelbergNovember 7, 2025
There’s no real difference between lab-grown and natural diamonds, jewelry CEO argues, besides its raw material: ‘Millennials are smarter than that’
RetailThere’s no real difference between lab-grown and natural diamonds, jewelry CEO argues, besides its raw material: ‘Millennials are smarter than that’
By Jeena Sharma and Retail BrewNovember 7, 2025
How Macy’s, Dillard’s, and Nordstrom are getting their groove back
RetailHow Macy’s, Dillard’s, and Nordstrom are getting their groove back
By Phil WahbaNovember 7, 2025
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RetailNRF sees first $1 trillion holiday shopping season in American history
By Anne D'Innocenzio and The Associated PressNovember 6, 2025
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RetailStarbucks union members authorize strike on ‘Red Cup Day’ unless contract deal gets sealed
By Dee-Ann Durbin and The Associated PressNovember 6, 2025
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    RetailCostco just gave bargain hunters a powerful reason to upgrade to its $130 Executive Membership
    By Dave SmithSeptember 4, 2025
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EconomyThe battle for Gen Z’s lunch money: Chipotle sees pullback but the hunger for Taco Bell and McDonald’s Snack Wraps is deep
By Dee-Ann Durbin and The Associated PressNovember 6, 2025
Inflation is so bad Americans are counting on Black Friday just to afford groceries and everyday essentials
RetailInflation is so bad Americans are counting on Black Friday just to afford groceries and everyday essentials
By Sydney LakeNovember 5, 2025
Ulta Beauty CEO Kecia Steelman says she has the best job ever: ‘My job is to help make people feel really good about themselves’
C-SuiteUlta Beauty CEO Kecia Steelman says she has the best job ever: ‘My job is to help make people feel really good about themselves’
By Fortune EditorsNovember 5, 2025
Two kids sit in the back of a car, eating McDonald's.
RetailMcDonald’s and Cava earnings have one thing in common: The K-shaped economy has a vise grip on the lunchtime crowd
By Sasha RogelbergNovember 5, 2025
Holiday survival guide: How small businesses can compete with Amazon and Walmart this shopping season
RetailHoliday survival guide: How small businesses can compete with Amazon and Walmart this shopping season
By Ashley LutzNovember 5, 2025
  • A man walks by a window display of actress Sydney Sweeney on a window of an American Eagle store on August 01, 2025 in New York City.
    RetailAs investors brace for weak jobs data and Fed cuts, Sydney Sweeney powers a retail stock rally
    By Stan Choe and The Associated PressSeptember 4, 2025
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RetailGen Z dreams of a ‘Ralph Lauren Christmas’ in a dollar store American economy
By Nick LichtenbergNovember 4, 2025
Walmart supervisor leads store employees
SuccessWalmart CEO said paying its star managers upwards of $620,000 yearly empowered them to ‘feel like owners’
By Emma BurleighNovember 3, 2025
Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints shop for new sleeveless sacred garments.
Arts & EntertainmentMormon women are lining up to purchase new $5 ‘sacred’ garments that symbolize a turning point for the church
By Hannah Schoenbaum, Deepa Bharath, Holly Meyer and The Associated PressOctober 29, 2025
Leena Nair wearing a Chanel suit
SuccessChanel’s CEO went to Microsoft HQ and asked ChatGPT to show her a picture of her company’s leadership. They were all men in suits
By Sasha RogelbergOctober 29, 2025
Kendra Scott smiles in a green dress
SuccessKendra Scott says she launched her billion-dollar business from her bedroom with just $500 when she was pregnant with her first son
By Dave SmithOctober 27, 2025
Former Whole Foods CEO John Mackey speaks on stage while lifting his hand
FinanceFormer Whole Foods CEO says he didn’t want to sell to Amazon, but activists threatened to take over his board, fire him, and sell the company anyway
By Dave SmithOctober 23, 2025
Young woman looking stressed while going through various expense receipts and bills after Christmas shopping. Planning budget, calculating expenses and managing financial bills at home
RetailFormer Sears boss says CEOs won’t challenge Trump’s tariffs out of ‘cowardice’—but the holidays are fast approaching, and ‘the party is over’
By Eva RoytburgOctober 20, 2025
Can Macy’s win back America? How CEO Tony Spring is moving past denial and embracing change
RetailCan Macy’s win back America? How CEO Tony Spring is moving past denial and embracing change
By Phil WahbaOctober 18, 2025
Men sit in chairs looking at the Toyota Century logo
Travel & LeisureIntroducing Century, Toyota’s new car brand that will offer even more luxury than Lexus
By Dave SmithOctober 16, 2025
From Doritos to Pop-Tarts, Big Food’s $67 billion obsession is protein-packed everything: ‘It’s going to keep coming’
HealthFrom Doritos to Pop-Tarts, Big Food’s $67 billion obsession is protein-packed everything: ‘It’s going to keep coming’
By Marco Quiroz-GutierrezOctober 14, 2025
How REI’s store closings in New York and Boston could derail the CEO’s efforts to win over employees
Future of WorkHow REI’s store closings in New York and Boston could derail the CEO’s efforts to win over employees
By Phil WahbaOctober 10, 2025
Walmart now plans to bring drone deliveries to ‘most areas that we operate in,’ exec says
RetailWalmart now plans to bring drone deliveries to ‘most areas that we operate in,’ exec says
By Jessica MathewsOctober 1, 2025
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AIOpenAI rolls out ‘instant’ purchases directly from ChatGPT, in a radical shift to e-commerce and a direct challenge to Google
By Jeremy KahnSeptember 29, 2025
The blue iPhone 17 Pro
TechApple says some in-store chargers are scuffing the new iPhone 17 Pro, adding fuel to durability concerns and ‘scratchgate’
By Dave SmithSeptember 25, 2025
Sara Blakely smiles on stage
SuccessBillionaire Sara Blakely says she launched Spanx with just $5,000 from selling fax machines—and never took on a single investor: ‘I bet on myself’
By Dave SmithSeptember 20, 2025
Brian Niccol smirks in a chair
RetailStarbucks CEO says the company is doubling down on protein and gluten-free options: ‘I believe our food needs to match the craft of our coffee’
By Dave SmithSeptember 20, 2025
For one man, the war against Cracker Barrel never really ended
InvestingFor one man, the war against Cracker Barrel never really ended
By Lily Mae LazarusSeptember 18, 2025
Target was hoping for a back-to-school sales bump that never came. Foot traffic is still down for the 7th month in a row
North AmericaTarget was hoping for a back-to-school sales bump that never came. Foot traffic is still down for the 7th month in a row
By Andrew Adam Newman and Retail BrewSeptember 9, 2025
Nike’s ‘Why do it?’ campaign has a Gen Z twist—but branding experts are skeptical, saying it messes with one of the most iconic taglines in history
RetailNike’s ‘Why do it?’ campaign has a Gen Z twist—but branding experts are skeptical, saying it messes with one of the most iconic taglines in history
By Sydney Lake and Nick LichtenbergSeptember 5, 2025
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