Consumer & Retail

Bahrain's hospitality giant leverages five decades of experience to challenge the institutional catering sector with a new, tech-driven, large-scale operation.

Shaquille O'Neal's fast-growing chicken chain opens near Penn State, testing a competitive market with big flavor and a strong local franchise story.

The global Japanese chain is targeting the family market with its first kids menu, prioritizing safety and flavor to cultivate a new generation of diners.

Shrub Oak International School's Kind Cup isn't just about coffee; it's an innovative model equipping neurodiverse students with vital job skills.

Henkel's blockbuster acquisition of Stahl Group reshapes the specialty chemicals market, triggering a profitable, mandatory exit for minority shareholder Clariant.

A new packaging board from Emerald Ecovations uses sugarcane waste to help CPG brands ditch plastic and deforestation amid intense consumer pressure.

Ewan Henderson, former Informatica leader, joins Celonis to help Fortune 500 firms unlock tangible value from their complex AI and process investments.

A new survey reveals championship fleets operate like elite sports teams, prioritizing safety, real-time data, and recognizing their most valuable players.

The global convenience giant is set to unveil its next strategic chapter. Here’s what investors, rivals, and customers can expect from the Circle K owner.

San Francisco Equity Partners' new hires and promotions signal a deliberate push for growth and proactive deal sourcing in a competitive consumer PE landscape.

China's top energy drink maker raises HKD 10.14B in a landmark Hong Kong listing, setting the stage for a global showdown with established beverage giants.

The applied AI firm solidifies its AWS partnership, gaining elite status that promises faster, more reliable AI solutions for enterprise clients.

Celebrating 100 years in the Caribbean, Holland America Line doubles down on its classic, relaxed cruise style, contrasting with today's mega-ship trend.

As the hospitality sector faces headwinds, a Philadelphia wine school is hiring and shifting to deeper, semester-long courses to meet surging demand.

The convenience store giant released preliminary 2025 financials as its subsidiary, ARKO Petroleum Corp., launches a high-stakes IPO roadshow.

Hisense's Qingdao factory becomes the world's first TV plant to earn a Customer Centricity Lighthouse from the WEF, revolutionizing production.

e.l.f. Cosmetics unveils its dramatic, star-studded Big Game spot, blending humor, culture, and a best-selling lip oil in a savvy marketing move.

The tire retailer returns to the prestigious list, highlighting how its people-first strategy is a winning formula in a challenging retail market.

Beyond retail, Pacsun is investing in the next generation of musicians, using co-creation and strategic partnerships to build authentic cultural relevance.

A 40-year-old Oregon shoemaker ditches the traditional sale, choosing a unique trust model to secure its legacy, empower workers, and keep jobs local.