Today’s news
New York Businesses Now Required to Accept Cash
New state law aims to ensure access to services for all payment methods

Walmart Unveils Digital Price Labels and AI-Powered Pricing
Retail giant plans nationwide rollout of dynamic pricing technology by year's end
New York Stores Now Required to Accept Cash Payments
New statewide law mirrors similar NYC law, with some exceptions
Recent news
Mar. 18, 2026
Macy's Posts Strong Holiday Sales, Sees Promising Signs from Revamped Stores
Retailer reports higher-than-expected profits and sales growth, but offers cautious outlook for 2026.
Mar. 16, 2026
Saks Global slashes 1,200 jobs after luxury retail giant files for bankruptcy
The company plans to close 15 locations nationwide as part of its restructuring.
Mar. 16, 2026
Saks Global Secures Access to Additional $300 Million of $1.75 Billion in Committed Capital
Luxury Retailer Achieves Key Milestones to Access Final Tranche of Pre-Emergence Financing
Mar. 16, 2026
Nearly 200 Eddie Bauer Stores Across US and Canada Expected to Close
Liquidation sales underway as operating entity fails to find buyer during bankruptcy restructuring
Mar. 13, 2026
Paul Leduc Selected as Top CEO of the Decade in Retail by IAOTP
The International Association of Top Professionals will honor Leduc at its annual awards gala in New York City.
Mar. 13, 2026
Lewis E. Lehrman, Rite Aid Heir and NY Governor Candidate, Dies at 87
After helping grow his family's drugstore chain, Lehrman mounted a close but losing bid for New York governor in 1982 as a Reagan Republican.
Mar. 12, 2026
QuickChek Plans New Stores in Upstate New York
Convenience store chain looks to expand with up to 8 new locations in the Capital Region
Mar. 12, 2026
ZEELOOL Launches Spring Sale With Up to 80% Off
Eyewear brand offers savings on trend-driven frames and complete prescription solutions.
Mar. 11, 2026
Australian Rug Company Armadillo Opens New York Flagship
The 4,000-square-foot showroom in a historic Broadway building balances old and new design elements.
Mar. 9, 2026
Chinese Coffee Chains Expand Across NYC Chinatowns
Brands like Cotti, Luckin, and Mixue bring a new era of boba and coffee shops to Asian neighborhoods.
Mar. 5, 2026
Luckin Coffee Buys Nestlé's Blue Bottle for Less Than Half Asking Price
China's largest coffee chain expands its footprint in the US with acquisition of upscale coffee brand.
Mar. 5, 2026
Target Aims to Create 'Most Delightful' Retail Experience
Retailer showcases new store concepts and product assortment at annual financial meeting
Mar. 4, 2026
Target's New CEO Outlines Turnaround Plan
Retailer to invest billions in store upgrades and delivery improvements.
Mar. 3, 2026
Consumers Demand Refunds for Illegal Trump Tariffs
Retail customers file class-action lawsuits against companies seeking tariff refunds
Mar. 2, 2026
MAC Cosmetics Lands at Sephora, Courting Gen Z
The iconic makeup brand makes a strategic move to reach new customers at Sephora stores across the U.S.
Mar. 1, 2026
Bath & Body Works Launches on Amazon with Signature Fragrances
Customers can now get their favorite Bath & Body Works products delivered in two days or less with Amazon Prime.
Feb. 28, 2026
Retail Customers Sue FedEx, Ray-Ban Maker Over Tariff Refunds
Lawsuits seek to ensure consumers get a share of any tariff refunds the companies receive.
Feb. 28, 2026
Retail Customers File Lawsuits Over Tariffs Against FedEx and Ray-Ban Maker
Consumers seek share of refunds as companies sue to recoup costs from import taxes ruled illegal by Supreme Court.
Feb. 28, 2026
Retail Customers File Lawsuits Over Tariffs Against FedEx and Ray-Ban Maker
Consumers seek refunds after Supreme Court ruled Trump tariffs were imposed without legal authority
Feb. 27, 2026
Couple Discovers Jewelry Industry Markups, Finds Ethical Alternative
After seeing the real costs behind traditional engagement ring prices, they changed how they approached their purchase.