Coca-Cola Posts Mixed Q4 2025 Results
Coca-Cola reported mixed fourth quarter 2025 results, topping earnings expectations while missing on revenue and outlining moderate growth expectations for 2026.
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Metaverse Hype Underperforms: Why It’s Less Important in 2026
Once touted as the tech future, the metaverse has failed to gain expected traction, with Big Tech scaling back investments and users showing limited adoption.
Valentine’s Day Spending Plans Signal Cautious Optimism
New Numerator data shows consumers planning Valentine’s Day celebrations in 2026 are prioritizing affordability, small gifts, and shared experiences amid ongoing economic caution.
Adobe: AI-Driven Shopping Rises Less Than Expected on Super Bowl Sunday
Adobe data shows AI-mediated retail traffic during Super Bowl weekend grew significantly year-over-year, but Super Bowl Sunday itself saw a more modest uplift than broader seasonal trends predicted.
South Korea Tightens Crypto Oversight After Bithumb Bitcoin Error
Following a $40 billion bitcoin mis-distribution by Bithumb, South Korean regulators are accelerating plans for stronger crypto market regulation and investor protections.
New Research Shows AI Agents Learn Altruism From Human Behavior
New research finds that AI agents can infer and exhibit human-like altruistic tendencies by learning from real human decision-making across cultural contexts.
Kroger Names Former Walmart Executive Greg Foran as CEO
Kroger has appointed former Walmart U.S. CEO Greg Foran as its new chief executive following the departure of longtime leader Rodney McMullen.
Coin Shops Slow Precious Metals Purchases Amid Inventory Glut
U.S. coin dealers are curtailing how much gold and silver they buy from customers as a surge of sellers overwhelms inventories and refineries can’t keep up with processing demand.
U.S. Consumer Sentiment Improves in February
Consumer sentiment in the United States showed an uptick in February 2026, reaching its highest level since August 2025, though households remain wary of persistent price pressures and job market risks.
Simon Malls See Traffic Dip as Canada-US Tensions Rise
Simon Property Group reports softer mall traffic near the US-Canada border as tariff disputes and heightened border enforcement deter Canadian shoppers.
Roblox Shifts Strategy to Attract Older Players
Roblox is actively pursuing a broader audience by enhancing platform experiences and content to draw more users aged 18 and over, as adult engagement grows and monetization opportunities expand.
Walmart to Invest $330M in Opelousas Distribution Hub
Walmart announces a more than $330 million modernization of its Opelousas, Louisiana distribution center to boost supply chain capacity with automation, robotics and advanced technology.
White House Introduces TrumpRx.gov Prescription Drug Website
The White House has launched TrumpRx.gov, a new federal platform designed to connect consumers with discounted prescription drug pricing through direct manufacturer channels.
U.S. Hits China, Vietnam With High Duties on Molded Fiber Imports
U.S. Commerce finalizes steep antidumping and countervailing duties on thermoformed molded fiber products from China and Vietnam to protect domestic packaging manufacturers.
Amazon Q4 Sales Beat Expectations; $200B 2026 CapEx Shock
Amazon’s Q4 revenue topped Wall Street forecasts and the company outlined a record $200 billion capital expenditure plan for 2026 focused on AI and cloud growth, triggering mixed investor reactions.
Pandora Pivots Away From Silver
Pandora plans to introduce platinum-clad jewelry as it seeks to reduce exposure to silver price volatility and stabilize margins amid shifting global commodity markets.