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 …
New Report Says Women Will Soon Be Majority Of College-Educated U.S. Workers – NPR Women are on track to make up a majority of the college-educated labor force in 2019, marking a turning point in gender parity. Coke And …
McDonald’s Picket Line Becomes Required Campaign Stop For 2020 Democrats – Bloomberg Protests for a $15 minimum wage have become a regular campaign stop for Democrats running for president as they court unions and workers – and the place they …
This Economy Is Not Aging Gracefully – The New York Times The American population is getting older, and that has devastating consequences for the economy. Could robots save us? Adidas Sells Diversity. Black Employees Say It Doesn’t Practice It. …
Businesses Plead To Stop More China Tariffs. They Expect To Be Ignored. – The New York Times Consumer products like toys, shoes, watches and jewelry are among the items that would face a 25 percent tax if President Trump’s next …
Workers’ Protest, Candidate Forum Put Spotlight On Race And Economic Inequality – The Washington Post The restaurant business model is front-and-center in the Democrat presidential debate. And, that conversation is not painting a flattering portrait of the industry. Food …
How To Freeze Your Salary: Get Pregnant – Bloomberg Bloomberg reviews the gender and pregnancy discrimination lawsuit recently filed against Jones Day and relates it to the growing number of companies facing similar accusations, such as Whole Foods Market, Walmart, …
Here’s How Tariffs Will Raise Prices At Some Of America’s Best-Known Companies – The Washington Post An analysis of the impact of tariffs on various consumer brands. Chipotle is discussed. Presidential Contenders Call On McDonald’s To Address Reports Of …