Waiting in line is a major turnoff for shoppers: Frustrations are rising as anti-theft measures and understaffed stores lead to ballooning wait times.

The DOT’s halt on EV charging projects disrupts a $5B initiative. The move risks stalling consumer adoption and industry momentum.

A lot happens in a week, so every Friday we're going to analyze all the new data and provide you with some of the key takeaways. Welcome to the Friday 5. This week, price comparisons drive online shopping, consumers consider their grocery necessities, and retail media proves its effectiveness to consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands.

Beauty demand is falling back to earth: While beauty spending has been incredibly resilient, consumers are gradually becoming more price-conscious in their buying habits.

Retailers brace for headwinds: Companies ranging from Amazon to Whirlpool are preparing for multiple challenges that could pressure consumer spending and their bottom lines.

Oregon bill seeks to ban AI nurses: If passed, the bill could provide a framework for other states as they work to regulate the use of AI in healthcare settings.

Parents sue Walgreens, OptumRx over son’s death: They allege that a sudden price hike of his asthma medication made it unaffordable. The lawsuit will put more pressure on regulators to lower medication costs and improve drug pricing transparency.