I ranked 13 fast-food double cheeseburgers from worst to best. My favorite was one of the cheapest.
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The Swollest Generation grows up — and their taste for luxury now extends to their workout
More than a great workout, zoomers and millennials are looking for exclusive fitness communities—and they're willing to pay a premium.
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Hermès' CEO says seeing new Birkins on the resale market puts him in a bad mood
Axel Dumas said selling Birkins to "false customers," who buy to resell, spoils Hermès' bond with its real customers.
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High Noon is recalling vodka seltzers that were mislabeled as Celsius energy drinks
Some cans of High Noon vodka seltzer were mislabeled as Celsius energy drinks, according to an FDA recall notice.
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We're millennials who shopped Hollister's Y2K collection. It felt like we'd gone back in time.
Hollister dropped a Y2K capsule collection, embracing Gen Z's love for nostalgia. We visited two Hollister stores to try on the throwback styles.
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Oreo-maker Mondelez CEO says Americans are buying fewer snacks: 'There's a lot of consumer anxiety'
Shoppers are buying fewer snacks given worries about the economy and retailers stocking up on goods that could face tariffs, Mondelez said.
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Adidas, Walmart, Shein, and other major brands that say Trump's tariffs are pushing them to raise prices
Trump's tariffs have companies scrambling as they navigate cost increases. Here are the companies that have talked about hiking prices.
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I tried on sundresses at Gap, Banana Republic, and Old Navy. I liked them all, but one felt like the best value.
I tried on sundresses at Gap, Old Navy, and Banana Republic. They were all nice, but my top choice was the least expensive option.
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Get ready to pay more for your Adidas haul
The German sportswear giant said it suffered a double-digit million euro hit from tariffs in the second quarter.
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The high-protein trend is coming for your Starbucks order
Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol announced plans for the coffee giant to unveil protein cold foam as an optional topping by year's end.
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Starbucks plans to phase out its mobile-only stores for a future with more 'warmth and human connection'
Around 80 to 90 pickup-only locations in the US, many of which are located in office buildings and offer no seating, will be phased out.
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Starbucks isn't giving up on its China dream
The chain is looking for a local partner to help run its stores in China as it looks to open "thousands" more outlets there in the future.
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Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol says price changes are a last resort in coffee chain turnaround
CEO Brian Niccol said price changes are his last resort for improving Starbucks' slumping sales — but they're "absolutely" on the horizon.
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I work at Anthropologie. Here are 6 mistakes I always see customers make.
As an employee, I know there are some things you should never do at Anthropologie, like ignoring return policies and exploring only part of the store.
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11 states offer 'sales tax holidays' on back-to-school supplies including MacBooks. See the full list.
State sales tax holidays during back-to-school shopping can offer savings on electronics like MacBooks in July and August.
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Outdoor Voices brings back founder Ty Haney 2 years after she said the activewear brand had lost its way
Outdoor Voices controversially parted ways with its founder in 2020. The company was acquired in June by a private equity firm.
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Life in the C-suite: How top business leaders power through the day
In this Sunday edition of Business Insiders Today, we're taking you through a day in the life of some C-suite executives.
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Walmart salary data revealed: How much the retail giant pays designers, software engineers, and other tech workers
See how much Walmart pays in 2025, with software engineers earning as much as $286,000. Salary data shows pay ranges across tech and analytics teams.
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The summer's hottest drink is also a recession indicator
The Spaghett, a combination of cheap beer and Aperol, signals weaker consumer spending, which could push the economy into a recession.
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I haven't bought new clothes in 8 years. I now only get used items from Facebook groups and clothing swaps.
Angela Rozmyn was overwhelmed by how much clothing she had after giving birth. She decided to not buy anything new for a year. She's now on year eight.
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Hoka is having a moment — the running brand posted record quarterly sales
Hoka's sales surged to $653 million during Q1 of fiscal year 2026, marking a record for the running brand and boosting Deckers' revenue.
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Companies love trapping people in subscriptions. Savvy consumers are fighting back.
Companies love trapping people in recurring subscription payments. Savvy consumers are using free trials to fight back.
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Chipotle customers are eating less beef — and going for this protein instead
The chain's finance chief said customers who used to opt for steak and barbacoa proteins are "shifting a little bit more to chicken."
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Mattel is struggling to sell Barbies
The toy company saw its dolls category sales dropping 19% in the latest quarter, primarily due to fewer new Barbie launches.
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This Yeti bag is the hottest mom tote of the summer — and Wall Street is paying attention
The Yeti Camino 35 Carryall Tote is the new holy grail mom bag, and Jefferies analysts said its success is boosting their confidence in Yeti's stock.
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Mark Zuckerberg is a certified watch guy. His timepieces include a $120 Casio, a $900,000 Greubel Forsey, and more.
Mark Zuckerberg once dressed simply. Now, the Meta CEO accessorizes almost every outfit with a luxury watch from his collection of pricey timepieces.
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Coca-Cola plans to sell a US cane sugar version of its flagship soda this fall after pressure from Trump
Coca-Cola said Tuesday that it plans to launch a version of its flagship Coke made with US cane sugar this fall in response to "consumer preferences."
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The major retailers still offering price matching, as Target drops the policy
Target will no longer price match retailers like Amazon or Walmart after July 28. But several retailers still offer the policy.
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Why Arizona iced tea still costs only 99 cents
Arizona Beverages has kept the price of its iced tea cans at 99 cents for over 30 years.
I'm a pro at getting free things for my kids, including bikes and a swing set. Here's how I found my best scores.
Raising kids is expensive, so my husband and I try to get as many second hand items as we can. Here's how we've scored clothes, a swing set, and more.
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Starbucks corporate workers respond to the latest RTO mandate: 'This is the wrong direction. Please stop.'
Starbucks' strict RTO mandate highlights the coffee giant's culture shift under its new CEO, employees told Business Insider.
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Nike salaries revealed: How much the retail giant pays designers, software engineers, and other tech workers
Data shows how much Nike pays for software engineers, designers, and other tech jobs as CEO Elliott Hill mounts a comeback strategy.
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Aritzia is having a breakout year — here's why the women's fashion boutique is on a growth spurt
Aritzia CEO Jennifer Wong laid out some ambitious goals last year, and the womenswear retailer appears to be beating all expectations.
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From toys to TVs, return fraud is running rampant
Whether it's sending back broken items or claiming a package never arrived, Americans are committing return fraud at Amazon and other retailers.
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The results are in from BI's 'Gen Z stare' reader survey — here's what people said
In an informal survey of 241 Business Insider readers, 59.3% of respondents said they had experienced the "Gen Z stare." See what readers had to say.
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How retailers like Lowe's are using AI to make shopping 'simpler, faster, and more fun'
The home-improvement retailer is using AI to optimize store layouts and predict product trends, aiming to enhance the customer experience.
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Tesla, Netflix, and StubHub are seizing on the viral 'ColdplayGate' moment
ColdplayGate has emerged as the latest marketing free-for-all, with brands pouncing on the opportunity with cheeky posts on social media.
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Listen up, millennials: We asked 7 Gen Zers what they think about the 'Gen Z stare' debate
Young people appear to be split on the viral "Gen Z stare." Some reject the trend entirely, while others say they've seen it firsthand.
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Getting the 'Gen Z stare?' Maybe you're the problem.
If a young person in customer service is giving you a blank stare, perhaps you're the one who's being unreasonable.
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Reebok's founder says moving production from Asia is hard when no one wants to sit at a sewing machine
It is hard to find workers willing to spend hours in front of sewing machines outside Asia, said Reebok's 90-year-old cofounder, Joe Foster.
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The list of major companies laying off staff this year including Intel, Scale AI, Morgan Stanley, and Meta
Layoffs have hit companies from Disney to Meta to Intel this year amid a backdrop of cost-cutting and technological change.
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Albertsons CEO says cottage cheese sales are up — and it's partly due to TikTok
Albertsons CEO Susan Morris said she had to "double-check the numbers" when she saw how much cottage cheese the chain was selling.
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I purchased my wedding gown from Etsy for less than $800. As a middle-aged bride on a budget, it was the perfect dress for me.
As a middle-aged bride marrying for the second time, I struggled to find a cheap, modest dress. Surprisingly, Etsy had exactly what I was looking for.
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A CEO explains the sourcing strategy that helped a battery chain lessen its China reliance amid the trade war
Batteries Plus CEO Scott Williams said the chain has reduced its reliance on Chinese suppliers for car batteries in order to minimize tariff costs.
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Amazon launched 30 years ago with one product. Now it's an empire that sells everything.
Amazon launched on July 16, 1995, with a million book titles and a vision. Learn how Jeff Bezos turned it into a $2 trillion empire over 30 years.
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Is 'The Gen Z Stare' real? Tell us what you think
Have you experienced "The Gen Z Stare?" Fill out our poll to tell us what you think about the polarizing observation that's gone viral on TikTok.
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Bargain-hunting Gen Zers are using a back-to-school staple for lip liner. It burns.
Gen Zers are touting Sharpies as a cheap alternative to lip liners. They are, obviously, not intended for body parts — and I learned why the hard way.
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6 purses to buy if you don't want to carry the same luxury bag everyone else has
This year, everyone is gravitating toward purses from Miu Miu and Dior, but brands like Alaïa, Ralph Lauren, and Chloé offer strong alternatives.
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I compared the long-awaited McDonald's Snack Wraps with Popeyes' chicken wraps. Both were delicious, but one is poised to win the wrap battle.
I compared the new McDonald's Snack Wraps with Popeyes' chicken wraps. The fan favorite was more flavorful.
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