FI Fast Break audio news: Nov. 26, 2025
The latest FI Fast Break news podcast touches on projections for a sizable uptick in Cyber Monday shopping.
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Labor Pains: Food Industry Braces for Leaner Staff in 2026
Inflation, labor shortages, and rising costs are squeezing foodservice hiring, with 2025 job projections hitting a 15-year low. Operators are turning to tech and retention strategies to weather the storm.
Black Friday Fatigue? Consumers Shop Early, Skip the Frenzy
Inflation-weary consumers are fueling a shift from value meals to value-driven holiday shopping, with retailers responding through bundled bargains. Convenience and cost-consciousness are redefining seasonal food strategies and gift spending.
Target Slashes Prices on 3,000 SKUs, Including Grocery Price Cuts
Target is slashing prices on 3,000 grocery and essentials SKUs ahead of a shaky holiday season, reigniting retail’s value wars. As inflation-weary consumers hunt for deals, global grocers are racing to stay in their baskets.
FI Spotlight: How AI Powered Solutions Are Transforming the Shopping Experience
Black Friday 2024 Beneficiaries: Target, Apple, and Shopping Malls
Black Friday 2024 showcased omnichannel’s growing dominance, with online sales surging nearly 15%. Experts noted that while Black Friday has evolved into a season-long event, its role remains pivotal, sparking optimism for a strong holiday shopping season.
Retail Theft is a Growing Problem – Can the Tide Be Turned?
Major retailers including Target, Walmart, Whole Foods, Walgreens, and CVS have all recently decided to close locations across major US cities, raising concerns about the future of retail in some of the most distinguished business …
Consumers Break Black Friday, Cyber Monday Records
Despite recession fears, consumers were in a spending mood to kick off the holiday season, breaking Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales records.