Amazon drops $2 coronavirus pay rise for warehouse workers as CEO Jeff Bezos' fortune nears $150 billion
Amazon has now phased out two major policies brought in to protect workers during the coronavirus pandemic.
Top cannabis analysts share why they're getting more bullish on the industry and name 4 firms that should excite investors now
At a Benzinga panel, Cowen, Jefferies, and Piper Sandler analysts named their top cannabis stock picks as the industry begins to mature.
5 up-and-coming sneaker websites that resellers and collectors should use in a彩平台 to boost profit and nab hyped pairs
StockX, GOAT, and SNKRS are considered essential. But these five and-and-coming apps should be on every sneakerhead's radar in a彩平台.
A video shows looters throwing rocks and raiding an Amazon delivery van during George Floyd protests in Los Angeles
Santa Monica resident and former journalist Kyli Singh filmed the incident from her balcony in Santa Monica.
Amazon workers slammed the company for supporting the George Floyd protesters while still flogging surveillance tech to police
An activist employee group challenged the company, tweeting: "Which police contracts have you cut? How many remain?"
H&M temporarily closes nearly 100 US stores amid George Floyd protests and looting
"The recent killings of more members of the black community in the US leave us devastated and heartbroken," H&M said in a statement.
LVMH's $16.2 billion mega deal to acquire Tiffany is looking increasingly uncertain, sources say
LVMH's board called a meeting in Paris on Tuesday night to discuss the matter, according to fashion trade publication WWD.
THE BUY BUTTON REPORT: The introduction of SRC will turn the online retail payments industry on its head — here's how payments players can win in the new checkout landscape
This report lays out what SRC and its buy button are, how the button works for users and merchants, and obstacles between it and widespread adoption.
HelloFresh severs partnership with Lea Michele after 'Glee' co-star alleges the singer engaged in on-set bullying
"HelloFresh does not condone racism nor discrimination of any kind," a HelloFresh spokesperson told Business Insider.
Online clothing retailer Stitch Fix is laying off 1,400 California employees and instead hiring in lower-cost cities like Austin and Minneapolis
The San Francisco-based company said the layoffs are not related to the pandemic, but the health crisis has dealt a blow to the retail industry.
A pizza chain is offering paid time off for employees who want to protest
&pizza is just one of the small businesses offering PTO for activism. Wikilawn is also issuing a PTO policy in the wake of George Floyd's death.
'Exhausted' Starbucks workers are forced to choose between reduced hours or unpaid leave, as the coffee giant adjusts to a new normal
Some workers feel frustrated by their options, with one employee saying he is "mentally and physically exhausted" from working during the pandemic.
Major brands and retailers join the 'Blackout Tuesday' movement with some closing stores and urging employees to protest peacefully
The "Blackout Tuesday" protest was initiated by the music industry; its intention is to pause business for the day on Tuesday.
Kamala Harris' niece wants to inspire the next generation of social activists
Meena Harris pivoted from her career as a lawyer to embarking on a new venture as a social justice entrepreneur.
10 CEOs of top resale apps like Poshmark and Stadium Goods predict how the pandemic will bolster the multi-billion dollar resale industry
CEOs from top resale platforms explain why their industry and companies are thriving — and predict how the resale industry will become even bigger.
European apparel retailer Primark has no plans for a massive clearance sale as shops in the UK prepare to reopen
Since March 22, all of Primark's 376 stores had been shut across 12 countries, representing a loss of about $815 million a month.
Amazon, FedEx, and UPS reveal how protests are impacting deliveries across the US
FedEx said some vehicles and facilities have been vandalized and the company is continuing to operate only in areas deemed safe.
Wendy's faces backlash after a franchisee donates more than $440,000 to Trump, as #WendysIsOverParty explodes on Twitter
Wendy's is facing backlash after a franchisee on Trump's restaurant-recovery roundtable donated more than $440,000 to the president's reelection.
Nordstrom's sales plunged as it closed stores during the pandemic
Nordstrom's digital sales decelerated even as the pandemic pushed consumers online –– its total net sales growth fell 39.5% YoY in its fiscal Q1 a彩平台.
Companies like Netflix, McDonald's, and Target are speaking out amid the George Floyd protests — and some are actually taking action
Companies are taking a stand as social media amid the George Floyd protests. We took a look at those that are backing up their words with action.
From warehouses to office space, real-estate markets are being turned upside down — and these are the winners and losers
Flex-office firms are struggling, and companies are rethinking leases for offices. Meanwhile, demand for warehouse space is emerging as a bright spot.
Macy's flagship store hit by looting as New York imposes curfew amid George Floyd protests
New York City imposed a curfew Monday that failed to prevent another night of destruction, including arrests after a break-in at the Macy's flagship.
E-commerce giant Alibaba expands its US presence with new programs designed to help small business owners struggling during the coronavirus
"Doing business online is the bridge for American small businesses through this crisis and into the next decade," said Alibaba president John Caplan.
How restaurants are making 800,000 meals for frontline workers
Frontline Foods and Off Their Plate have paid local restaurants across the country to prepare 800,000 meals for frontline workers fighting COVID-19.
Cannabis giant Canopy Growth's new CEO told us he's reining in the company and aggressively cutting costs after a challenging quarter
Klein's first quarter leading the cannabis giant was a tough one: The company lost over $1 billion and the stock has tumbled.
The Future of Retail: Online Checkout
In The Future of Retail slide deck, Business Insider Intelligence outlines SRC-enabled checkout and explores how it could either take off or burn out.
Shattered storefronts and 'eat the rich' graffiti: Photos show the aftermath of destruction in luxury stores that were looted and vandalized during the protests
The targeting of luxury stores by looters highlights the resentment some people are feeling towards brands that cater to the 1%.
Nordstrom shut all stores after its flagship location was looted amid protests
Nordstrom said none of its employees were injured and that it plans to pay them for any shifts missed during the store closures.
I ate the same meal at both Texas Roadhouse and Outback Steakhouse, and the smaller chain was the clear winner
I ate the same meal at Texas Roadhouse and Outback Steakhouse, but the experiences couldn't have been more different.
These 16 retailers and restaurant chains have filed for bankruptcy or liquidation in a彩平台
J. Crew, Neiman Marcus, and JCPenney are among those that have filed for bankruptcy in the first half of a彩平台.
Libbey, a major supplier of glassware to restaurants and bars, has filed for bankruptcy after the pandemic demolished demand
Closures of restaurants and bars — and a lack of social gatherings — led to a lack of demand for Libbey's products.
Virgil Abloh is getting blowback for seemingly donating just $50 to George Floyd protesters. Here's a look at the life of the luxury designer.
The Louis Vuitton artistic director and Off-White brand mastermind has also criticized looters for targeting the store of his friend Sean Wotherspoon.
Photos show Apple stores being boarded up across the US as protests over George Floyd's death sweep the nation
Some Apple stores in the US have been boarded up as protests erupt across the country and some escalate into violence.
KFC is replacing its iconic potato wedges with fries, and customers are furious
Many customers are furious about KFC's swap, as people take to social media to demand the return of wedges.
Pizza, hot dogs, and tequila: What Americans are eating and drinking during quarantine, sending sales skyrocketing
Sales of hot dogs, snacks, and frozen waffles have skyrocketed as people are stuck at a彩平台 across the US.
The shift to even more e-commerce spending in the US just accelerated by at least 2 years because of COVID-19, according to a chart from Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley said a彩平台 could be an "inflection year" for e-commerce as coronavirus-driven factors push more people to buy things online.
CVS has temporarily closed about 60 stores amid looting and protests
CVS said that more than 250 of its stores have been damaged in the last several days. The level of damage has varied.
KitchenAid appliances, including the brand's popular stand mixers, are now up to $300 off
KitchenAid is running a big sale with discounts up to $300 off new and refurbished appliances, including its iconic stand mixers.
I compared breakfast burritos from 5 fast-food chains and Taco Bell's were the best by far
A Business Insider reporter put five fast-food chains to the test to see who could make the best breakfast burrito.
I visited Disney Springs a week after it reopened and saw why the theme park giant will be able to reopen its parks without a hitch in July
Walt Disney World's first major reopening in Florida proved how the company can master balancing safety with the preservation of Disney magic.
Apple closes stores across the US over safety concerns amid George Floyd protests
Apple closed stores in several cities across the US this weekend due to looting, "With the health and safety of our teams in mind," the company said.
What the new normal will look like at Chick-fil-A, as the chain begins to open dining rooms
New features include hand washing stations for workers, plexiglass shields, and ending self-service condiment and beverage stations.
Krispy Kreme is giving away free doughnuts for 5 days straight, celebrating its first-ever National Doughnut Week
Krispy Kreme is giving away free doughnuts June 1-5.
Take a look at what technologies retailers are introducing to revamp the in-store experience
Brick-and-mortar retailers are introducing new technologies to revamp the in-store experience. Get a preview in our FREE Future of Retail slide deck.
Retailers are bracing themselves for a 'huge surge' of returns that could make their massive piles of unsold inventory even bigger
Retailers are also taking steps to make sure merchandise is sanitized before being returned to store shelves.
Franchisees of iconic American chains are 'hemorrhaging' sales, as operators of IHOP, Pizza Hut, and more file for bankruptcy
"Every franchisee is a small business, and they had to close up, and they're sucking wind," said restaurant industry investor Roger Lipton.
Chain restaurants have permanently closed over 500 locations so far in a彩平台. Here's the full list.
Dining in is out, and that's forced many restaurants out of business. Here's a full list of the chains that are closing some or all locations.
Take a look at what technologies retailers are introducing to revamp the in-store experience
Brick-and-mortar retailers are introducing new technologies to revamp the in-store experience. Get a preview in our FREE Future of Retail slide deck.
Bars across Arkansas were allowed to reopen this week. 2 bar owners in the state told us why they're not doing it.
Bars in Arkansas were allowed to reopen from Tuesday, despite the state's recording a new rise in coronavirus cases recently.
Shoppers flooded dollar stores to stockpile cheap goods during the pandemic — here's why that's been a major boon to Dollar General
Dollar stores have historically seen great success during times of economic uncertainty and high unemployment.