Alina Selyukh
Stories
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The biggest supermarket merger in U.S. history is in the hands of a federal judge
The biggest supermarket merger in U.S history is in the hands of a federal judge. Government regulators want a district court in Oregon to stop a proposed deal that would merge Kroger and Albertsons.
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Anti-trust lawsuit involving the two biggest grocery retailers starts Monday
A proposed merger of two grocery giants, Albertsons and Kroger, goes to court tomorrow in a case that could have big implications for consumers.
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The giant of fast fashion Shein is suing its ultracheap rival Temu
The two discount retailers have been battling it out in court for months, accusing each other of intimidation, theft and fraud. Both ship much of their items directly from China
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Inflation math is changing America's dinner plans
For the first time in years, people are buying more groceries, including pricier brands, to replace restaurant outings. From McDonald's to Starbucks, fast food and cafes are feeling it.
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McDonald's is losing customers to inflation
McDonald announced a drop in sales for the first time since 2020, when restaurants closed because of the pandemic. This time, it's because of inflation. (Story aired on ATC on July 29, 2024.)
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McDonald's is losing customers to inflation
McDonald's announced a drop in sales for the first time since 2020, when restaurants closed because of the pandemic. This time, it's because people are feeling the pinch of inflation.
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Companies' quarterly earnings reports hint at possible relief from high prices
Some big brands reported quarterly earnings in recent days: What do they have to say about consumer spending and the direction of the economy?
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Chipotle is 're-emphasizing generous portions' after social-media complaints
Chipotle's CEO tells investors that the chain had not shrunk its portions despite accusations on Tiktok and Reddit. Brian Niccol has tried to bat down those complaints for weeks.
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College credit for working your job? Walmart and McDonald’s are trying it
Imagine a world in which your resume relies less on titles or diplomas and acts more like a passport of skills you’ve proven you have.
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Amazon is 30. Here's how a book store gobbled up all of e-commerce
Jeff Bezos founded the e-commerce giant in his garage 30 years ago. NPR's Andrew Mambo talks with business reporter Alina Selyukh about how Bezos built an empire and what's next for the company.
