Consumer & Retail

Boutique fitness used to mean intimate classes. Now, a Canadian wellness giant is bringing a 37-machine mega-studio and clinical recovery to Calabasas.

Raised on screens, Gen Z is driving a surprising resurgence in premium physical stationery, seeking human craftsmanship as an antidote to digital saturation.

Fitness International mobilized 13,900 members for spinal cord research. Sam Lidman explores how commercial gyms are bridging the medical funding gap.

Beyond pixels, a global toy company is building a physical empire. How Rolife's community-first approach and hands-on events are rewriting the rules of retail.

Two giants of the baby gear industry are joining forces. Their new car seat isn't just about features; it's a strategic move to conquer the premium market.

[solidcore] is diversifying with a heated, heavy-lifting workout. We analyze the strategy, the science, and the risks of this ambitious brand evolution.

As Chemed preps its investor pitch, its hospice arm soars while its plumbing giant faces a digital reckoning. Will a potential divestiture be the answer?

Toy giant Hape expands from its wooden roots with the Pixelz Collection, a tech-infused musical line, signaling a major play in the competitive educational toy market.

By investing in its own people, VASA Fitness's new certification program creates a talent pipeline that could redefine growth in the competitive fitness market.

Toy giant Jazwares, known for megahits like Squishmallows, is partnering with cult classic UGLYDOLL. Can its Midas touch resurrect a brand built on 'ugly'?

YETI's Q2 profits surged, but a one-time tariff refund clouds the picture. We unpack the real story behind its global expansion and diversification strategy.

Legacy furniture giant Delta Children enters the tech era, launching smart nursery gear that challenges the industry's subscription model with lifetime value.

As global baby gear giant Joie enters Canada, it's not just about strollers. It's a test of retail strategy, a challenge to safety standards, and a bold move in a multi-billion dollar market.

As loneliness reaches epidemic levels, startups like +wellvyl are selling connection for a monthly fee. Can a platform engineer authentic, in-person friendships?

A new brand, Fenarrio, enters the crowded EU parenting market, betting that voice-controlled car seats and ergonomic carriers can win over modern families.

As global temperatures rise, international buyers are rewriting the rules of trade. The Canton Fair reveals a new mandate: innovation for a warmer world.

Halo Collar's move to bundle 24/7 vet care is more than a new feature. It's a calculated play to build an inescapable pet care ecosystem and redefine value.

A look at how a national car wash chain’s local renovations in Kentucky are part of a larger corporate reset, blending high-tech service with deep community ties.

As ACCO Brands preps its Q2 report, investors seek clues on hybrid work, gaming, and back-to-school trends. Can strategic acquisitions offset economic headwinds?

A shareholder lawsuit against Planet Fitness alleges misleading growth plans led to a 31% stock crash, raising questions about corporate transparency.