As retail operators return to work this week after what was hopefully a busy Memorial Day weekend for them, they should be encouraged by some rare good news out of Washington D.C. The industry had some big wins last week …
The President recently made headlines with the release of his first draft budget proposal and while some convenience store operators might applaud the perceived “belt tightening”, leading brands need to be aware of a few hidden minefields. Most prominent among …
The actions this week by two state attorneys general over the constitutionality of President Trump’s overseas business dealings have very little to do with the P&Ls of operators. But here’s why it matters to your business and employees–In the grand …
In political terms, 2017 is what’s known as an “off year.” Only a few states have elections but two are for governorships – Virginia and New Jersey – and we have had a couple of notable congressional special elections thrown …
How restaurants can ride the celebrity wave – Nations Restaurant News In the wake of several high-profile mentions of restaurant brands by celebrities, Nation’s Restaurant News examines how some companies are taking advantage of these often unintended moments of pop …
What’s at Stake in an Economy with Low Oil Prices – Harvard Business Review In the past, low oil prices have been seen as a boon. But, prices have now dropped so low so quickly that both companies and countries’ …
One Solution for the Federal Minimum Wage: Five Minimum Wages – The Wall Street Journal The Wall Street Journal examines a new proposal for the federal minimum wage, one that involves a tier system based on the cost of living …
America’s Fittest Cities Are Also Its Richest – The Atlantic Many believe that people are healthier in warm, sunny places like Los Angeles or Miami. But, new research shows it’s money, not climate, that matters when it comes to health. …
Most Americans Say Government Doesn’t Do Enough to Help Middle Class – PEW Social Trends At a time when America’s middle class is losing ground, most Americans say the federal government provides too little help to this segment of society. …
Casualty of Cities’ Resurgence: The Suburban Offices Left Behind – The Wall Street Journal Millennials are fleeing suburbs for downtown lifestyles. Businesses seem to be following in many markets. The Wall Street Journal looks at the various impacts of this …
Driverless Cars And The Future Of Parking – Newsweek Newsweek delivers an expansive story about the evolution of the one of the most mundane, but necessary aspects of American life: the parking lot. The piece looks at how parking may …