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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

“It’s coming to the point where some people might have no choice,” one CEO told Fortune, saying more firms are looking to leverage refund claims from the levies.

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
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
Nutella seen aboard the Orion spacecraft Integrity.
Nutella jumps on the best product placement money can’t buy: A trip to the far side of the Moon
By Catherina GioinoApril 9, 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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Americans hate the economy so much, they’re buying $22 smoothies
By Yuanyuan (Gina) Cui, Patrick Van Esch and The ConversationApril 9, 2026
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Stock futures sink while oil spikes as the U.S. Navy looks to squeeze Iran’s economy and break its grip on the Strait of Hormuz
PoliticsStock futures sink while oil spikes as the U.S. Navy looks to squeeze Iran’s economy and break its grip on the Strait of Hormuz
By Jason MaApril 12, 2026
A major U.S. gasoline production hub is in such a severe drought that its refineries may be hobbled. ‘We are actively praying for a hurricane’
EnergyA major U.S. gasoline production hub is in such a severe drought that its refineries may be hobbled. ‘We are actively praying for a hurricane’
By Michael Phillis and The Associated PressApril 12, 2026
U.K. won’t take part in Trump’s planned blockade of Hormuz strait
PoliticsU.K. won’t take part in Trump’s planned blockade of Hormuz strait
By Alex Wickham and BloombergApril 12, 2026
Hungarian voters oust Viktor Orbán, a close ally of Trump and Putin, despite late campaign push from JD Vance
EuropeHungarian voters oust Viktor Orbán, a close ally of Trump and Putin, despite late campaign push from JD Vance
By Justin Spike, Sam McNeil and The Associated PressApril 12, 2026
Blazing hot IPOs, an AI agent craze, and a new word for ‘token’: Here’s what’s happening in the world of Chinese AI
AsiaBlazing hot IPOs, an AI agent craze, and a new word for ‘token’: Here’s what’s happening in the world of Chinese AI
By Nicholas GordonApril 12, 2026
Iran’s crumbling economy is the regime’s greatest weakness with prices up 40% since the war began while authorities worry about making payroll
EconomyIran’s crumbling economy is the regime’s greatest weakness with prices up 40% since the war began while authorities worry about making payroll
By Jason MaApril 12, 2026
Here’s how a U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could work. ‘This is a big task, and it’s a big gamble’
PoliticsHere’s how a U.S. naval blockade of the Strait of Hormuz could work. ‘This is a big task, and it’s a big gamble’
By Jason MaApril 12, 2026
Intuit was an AI pioneer. Why its stock became a SaaSpocalypse casualty
InvestingIntuit was an AI pioneer. Why its stock became a SaaSpocalypse casualty
By Geoff ColvinApril 12, 2026
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President Donald Trump listens to a question as he signs executive orders in the Oval Office at the White House, Thursday, Jan. 30, 2025, in Washington.
FinanceTrump slaps new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, igniting trade war fears
By Zeke Miller, Aamer Madhani, Josh Boak and The Associated PressJanuary 31, 2025
  • Walmart bets on the stressed-out, fading middle manager’s future, bumping pay to $620,000
    SuccessWalmart bets on the stressed-out, fading middle manager’s future, bumping pay to $620,000
    By Chloe BergerJanuary 24, 2025
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RetailAldi quietly scrubbed its careers website of all DE&I initiatives
By HR Brew and Kristen ParisiJanuary 31, 2025
The 12 major retail executive moves this month that you need to know
RetailThe 12 major retail executive moves this month that you need to know
By Retail Brew and Erin CabreyJanuary 31, 2025
Target hit with national boycott call over decision to drop DEI initiatives
RetailTarget hit with national boycott call over decision to drop DEI initiatives
By Steve Karnowski and The Associated PressJanuary 31, 2025
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RetailKohl’s is slashing its corporate workforce as it scrambles to make up for mistakes like carrying less inventory and shrinking its fine-jewelry business
By Sydney LakeJanuary 30, 2025
Sneakers? Yes. Bibles? No. Here’s what you can buy with the Trump crypto
FinanceSneakers? Yes. Bibles? No. Here’s what you can buy with the Trump crypto
By Chris MorrisJanuary 30, 2025
  • Diageo is said to review drinks portfolio to reignite growth
    RetailDiageo is said to review drinks portfolio to reignite growth
    By Sabah Meddings, Ruth David, Dinesh Nair and BloombergJanuary 24, 2025
Pizza Hut and Domino’s have been rivals in the pizza world for years. Now they’re squaring off in an unexpected arena: bottled wine
RetailPizza Hut and Domino’s have been rivals in the pizza world for years. Now they’re squaring off in an unexpected arena: bottled wine
By Chris MorrisJanuary 30, 2025
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RetailH&M’s turnaround under its new CEO is not taking off as fast as investors hoped
By Prarthana PrakashJanuary 30, 2025
Starbucks is slashing 30% of its offerings because CEO Brian Niccol says its menu has become ‘overly complex’
RetailStarbucks is slashing 30% of its offerings because CEO Brian Niccol says its menu has become ‘overly complex’
By Marco Quiroz-GutierrezJanuary 30, 2025
Swatch profit plunges almost 75%, hit by weakness in China
FinanceSwatch profit plunges almost 75%, hit by weakness in China
By Paula Doenecke and BloombergJanuary 30, 2025
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LeadershipDecathlon doesn’t do shoe boxes or big adverts. Yet the French giant has quietly become the crown jewel of the sports retail world
By Prarthana PrakashJanuary 30, 2025
  • people walking past a burberry store
    RetailBurberry’s pivot back to its roots is working as shares jump 15% following better-than-expected sales
    By Prarthana PrakashJanuary 24, 2025
Tesla CEO and X owner Elon Musk attends the inauguration of Donald J. Trump in the U.S. Capitol Rotunda on January 20, 2025 in Washington, DC.
TechElon Musk claims full self driving is so advanced Tesla owners are turning it off and steering with their knees to check text messages
By Amanda GerutJanuary 29, 2025
Tesla CEO Elon Musk speaking in front of a black Tesla
FinanceTesla’s $600 billion run-up looks past major risks to EV growth
By Bloomberg and Esha DeyJanuary 29, 2025
LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault came up with a new way to describe layoffs: being ‘promoted outwards’
RetailLVMH CEO Bernard Arnault came up with a new way to describe layoffs: being ‘promoted outwards’
By Sydney LakeJanuary 29, 2025
FDA reclassifies Lay’s potato chips recall to the highest risk level, warning the chips could cause ‘serious adverse health consequences or death’
RetailFDA reclassifies Lay’s potato chips recall to the highest risk level, warning the chips could cause ‘serious adverse health consequences or death’
By Chris MorrisJanuary 29, 2025
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RetailWhat Bernard Arnault’s optimism for the U.S. could mean for LVMH’s position under ‘tariff man’ Trump
By Prarthana PrakashJanuary 29, 2025
Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol
RetailStarbucks’ new boss is banking on ‘mug hugs’ to get customers to hang around longer
By Eleanor PringleJanuary 29, 2025
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RetailLVMH reports muted sales amid hope that the luxury downturn might finally be ending
By Prarthana PrakashJanuary 28, 2025
Chipotle will offer free guac and queso the day after the Super Bowl
RetailChipotle will offer free guac and queso the day after the Super Bowl
By Chris MorrisJanuary 28, 2025
Currys enjoys strong peak trading with AI laptops and premium mobiles driving sales
RetailCurrys enjoys strong peak trading with AI laptops and premium mobiles driving sales
By Andrew BusbyJanuary 28, 2025
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RetailIkea’s foray into secondhand furniture is the ‘smarter’ thing to do—but scaling it up will be a challenge, says group CEO Jesper Brodin
By Prarthana PrakashJanuary 28, 2025
U.K. retail sales in December hid the truth about the ‘golden quarter’
RetailU.K. retail sales in December hid the truth about the ‘golden quarter’
By Andrew BusbyJanuary 28, 2025
Coca-Cola issues major recall of Coke, Sprite and other beverages across Europe due to potential health risks
RetailCoca-Cola issues major recall of Coke, Sprite and other beverages across Europe due to potential health risks
By AFPJanuary 28, 2025
Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol
RetailStarbucks bets on mugs, macchiato art in test of CEO’s vision
By Bloomberg and Daniela SirtoriJanuary 28, 2025
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RetailBillionaire Sir Jim Ratcliffe says he doesn’t wear a watch in London anymore amid Rolex mugging surge
By Ryan HoggJanuary 28, 2025
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RetailJaguar Land Rover is betting wealthy customers will pay extra to paint their car the same color as their private jet or yacht
By Christiaan HetznerJanuary 27, 2025
Wendy’s is teaming up with Girl Scouts to mash up its signature Frosty with Thin Mints cookies
RetailWendy’s is teaming up with Girl Scouts to mash up its signature Frosty with Thin Mints cookies
By Chris MorrisJanuary 27, 2025
Irish businessman, CEO of Ryanair Michael O'Leary talks to media on August 27; 2024 in Brussels, Belgium. Today, the Group CEO of Ryanair annonced 9 new routes for W2024 from Charleroi airport, and none from Brussels due to the high airport charges.
LeadershipRyanair CEO Michael O’Leary hopes Donald Trump’s victory will wake up Europe’s ‘complacent f–king liberal governments’ in broadside at Germany
By Ryan HoggJanuary 27, 2025
AI’s retail takeover: How this one technology is shaping the future of shopping
RetailAI’s retail takeover: How this one technology is shaping the future of shopping
By Andrew BusbyJanuary 27, 2025
A Bay Area couple is facing years in prison after allegedly stealing from investors, according to criminal and civil complaints.
TechTech couple that allegedly stole $60 million claimed to work with the NBA, NHL, PGA, PwC, and Coca-Cola. The SEC says it was all part of an elaborate scheme
By Amanda GerutJanuary 26, 2025
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