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Donald Trump stands behind a podium while pointing a finger in front of him.
‘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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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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    Retail54-year-old woman who led an $8 million beauty product shoplifting ring sentenced to 5 years in prison
    By Sydney LakeJanuary 16, 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
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
Volkswagen targets higher EV sales to avoid hefty €1.5 billion EU emission fines
RetailVolkswagen targets higher EV sales to avoid hefty €1.5 billion EU emission fines
By AFPJanuary 24, 2025
A bartender holds a plate with pink champagne and a woman in a cocktail dress takes one of the glasses at an event, party or wedding.
RetailAmericans are panic buying Italian Prosecco after Trump victory as tariff fears send imports soaring 40%
By Ryan HoggJanuary 24, 2025
A Starbucks barista with a concerned look on her face stands behind a register.
RetailStarbucks barista says his store has a ‘panic button’ behind the counter, but fears it won’t be enough to quell angry customers after open-door policy reversal
By Sasha RogelbergJanuary 24, 2025
  • Rob McElhenney posing in a vintage Ireland football jersey.
    RetailRob McElhenney went on a spending spree for vintage Wrexham football shirts. Now he’s an investor in the U.K. company he bought them from
    By Ryan HoggJanuary 16, 2025
A Starbucks barista stands behind the register and grabs a drink cup from a stack.
RetailStarbucks is instructing workers in de-escalation so they can peacefully reserve bathrooms for paying-customers only
By Sasha RogelbergJanuary 24, 2025
How U.K. retailer Currys is working with Accenture, Microsoft and Avanade to deliver better in-store customer experience
RetailHow U.K. retailer Currys is working with Accenture, Microsoft and Avanade to deliver better in-store customer experience
By Andrew BusbyJanuary 24, 2025
Brian Moynihan, chief executive officer of Bank of America Corp., at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.
FinanceTrump swings at Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan and JPMorgan’s Jamie Dimon at Davos: ‘What you’re doing is wrong’
By Amanda GerutJanuary 23, 2025
Portrait photo of Nike CEO Elliott Hill smiling in a black sweatshirt with the Nike logo.
LeadershipNike’s new CEO wants to bring the retail giant back to its sports roots
By Ruth UmohJanuary 23, 2025
Cold Stone Creamery is facing a legal battle after a New York woman discovered that her ‘pistachio’ ice cream contained no real pistachios
RetailCold Stone Creamery is facing a legal battle after a New York woman discovered that her ‘pistachio’ ice cream contained no real pistachios
By Susan Haigh and The Associated PressJanuary 23, 2025
  • people walking past a Miu Miu store
    RetailPrada defied the China-led luxury slowdown—its CEO is bullish Chinese shoppers will return
    By Prarthana PrakashJanuary 16, 2025
The European fashion world is ‘afraid’ of Trump’s return to power, says leading Belgian designer
RetailThe European fashion world is ‘afraid’ of Trump’s return to power, says leading Belgian designer
By Adam Plowright and AFPJanuary 23, 2025
Costco worker at check-out line
Retail18,000 Costco workers threaten to strike and ‘won’t work a day past Jan. 31’ if their contract demands aren’t met
By Retail BrewJanuary 23, 2025
Has Asda’s painful divorce from Walmart led to its terminal decline, or can boss Allan Leighton turn the grocer around?
RetailHas Asda’s painful divorce from Walmart led to its terminal decline, or can boss Allan Leighton turn the grocer around?
By Andrew BusbyJanuary 23, 2025
Amazon’s ‘flywheel’ created a $2.4 trillion company—Netflix’s blowout earnings show how the streaming company is replicating the tactic
FinanceAmazon’s ‘flywheel’ created a $2.4 trillion company—Netflix’s blowout earnings show how the streaming company is replicating the tactic
By Jason Del ReyJanuary 22, 2025
people walking in, out and near a Waterstones bookstore
RetailBritain’s biggest bookseller just thanked RTO mandates for bumper 2024 book sales
By Prarthana PrakashJanuary 22, 2025
woman drinking green smoothie
RetailAthletic Greens is ‘ready to start saying yes’ to new products. AG1 will expand and is projected to reach $600 million in revenue this year
By Retail Brew and Erin CabreyJanuary 21, 2025
Owner of LVMH Luxury Group Bernard Arnault sitting between his daughter Louis Vuitton's executive vice president Delphine Arnault and his son CEO of Rimowa Alexandre Arnault attend the Louis Vuitton Menswear Fall/Winter 2019-2020 show as part of Paris Fashion Week on January 17, 2019 in Paris, France.
SuccessAs a ‘Succession’-style drama plays out, LVMH CEO Bernard Arnault brings two of his potential heirs to the Trump inauguration
By Sasha RogelbergJanuary 21, 2025
Expect volatility: Climate change, speculation and Trump brew a perfect storm for coffee prices in 2025
RetailExpect volatility: Climate change, speculation and Trump brew a perfect storm for coffee prices in 2025
By Catherine Hours and AFPJanuary 21, 2025
Plunging German EV sales hampered Europe’s shift to electric vehicles in 2024
RetailPlunging German EV sales hampered Europe’s shift to electric vehicles in 2024
By AFPJanuary 21, 2025
Pharrell Williams kicked off Paris Men’s Fashion Week with a Louis Vuitton takeover of the iconic Louvre
RetailPharrell Williams kicked off Paris Men’s Fashion Week with a Louis Vuitton takeover of the iconic Louvre
By AFPJanuary 21, 2025
Draft lyrics to Bob Dylan’s ‘Mr. Tambourine Man’ sell for $508,000 at auction
RetailDraft lyrics to Bob Dylan’s ‘Mr. Tambourine Man’ sell for $508,000 at auction
By The Associated PressJanuary 20, 2025
Walgreens accused of filling millions of illegitimate prescriptions, including for opioids
RetailWalgreens accused of filling millions of illegitimate prescriptions, including for opioids
By The Associated PressJanuary 18, 2025
people walking in Milan shopping area
RetailOverdone price hikes, the demise of ‘quiet luxury,’ and sluggish European tourism—here’s what Bank of America expects will shape luxury in 2025
By Prarthana PrakashJanuary 17, 2025
Woman waiting in line at Walgreens near refrigerators
RetailWalgreens replaced its refrigerator doors with digitized ad-laden glass. It might become a $200 million debacle
By Sydney LakeJanuary 17, 2025
A pile of candy hearts with messages written on them for Valentine's Day
HealthWhat foods have Red dye 3? Candy Corn, red icing, and other favorite snacks
By The Associated Press and Hallie SteinerJanuary 16, 2025
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RetailDiageo and Heineken go head to head as Guinness shortage gives 600% boost to rival stout Murphy’s
By Prarthana PrakashJanuary 16, 2025
A DIAMOND NECKLACE ON DISPLAY
RetailCartier owner Richemont shines with better-than-expected sales as poor China demand offset by rest of the world
By Prarthana Prakash and AFPJanuary 16, 2025
Kering sells stake in landmark Paris buildings to Ardian
RetailKering sells stake in landmark Paris buildings to Ardian
By Angelina Rascouet and BloombergJanuary 16, 2025
VW braces for another tricky year with no new EVs
RetailVW braces for another tricky year with no new EVs
By Monica Raymunt and BloombergJanuary 16, 2025
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