Melissa Daniels

Levi's has sought to protect its red tab trademark this year by filing lawsuits against Farm Rio and the Australian brand S/Double. The lawsuits accuse the brands of using similar design elements that risk customer confusion and cause harm to the Levi's brand.

Imports are expected to hit an all-time high this month as retailers and brands pull ahead their shipments to avoid new potential tariffs.

Some companies like Untuckit are experimenting with robotics to boost their "Made in USA" production.

The Palo Verde Healthcare District filed for Chapter 9 bankruptcy in September 2025, a last-ditch effort to stay open after years of financial struggles. If Palo Verde closed its doors, the nearest hospitals would be 50 to 100 miles away. Many residents are already driving about two hours for care at John F. Kennedy Memorial Hospital in Indio.

Posting founder content is a key growth strategy for founder-led brands, but one that comes with a learning curve.

Best Buy is turning stores into AI playgrounds with Meta Ray-Ban shop-in-shops, flexible layouts and trained staff.

Kenvue's in-house profiler uses 1,300 equations to push greener R&D across brands like Tylenol, Neutrogena and Listerine.

Nutrition company Kate Farms is bringing its protein shakes to thousands of mass retail shelves this summer, aiming to tap into the growing demand

Marriott's new online Design Shop takes inspiration from specific hotels and destinations as it seeks to drive more retail sales.

Higher fuel and freight costs are driving up prices for importers during the peak season.