It's the classic deserted desert island scenario: I have to pick just one stock that I would buy today and then hold forever. I can't move the goalposts by picking an exchange-traded fund (ETF) and I'm not planning to build a portfolio around this name. It's just one stock, and it will be my only investment for all time. All alone.
Hit pause on the clip and something strange happens: a prompt reading "Find Similar" pops up. When a viewer clicks the prompt, TikTok automatically pulls videos that look visually close to the footage of the woman - and more disturbingly, it suggests products on TikTok Shop that look like what she is wearing in the video. Among the products suggested are a "Dubai Middle East Turkish Elegant Lace-Up Dress" and "Women's Solid Color Knot Front Long Sleeve Dress."
Target Circle Week is returning on October 5 and will have thousands of travel deals on top brands, like Vera Bradley, Reebok, and Samsonite for Circle Members, which is free to join and takes just a few seconds. The retailer's sale is an excellent opportunity to stock up on travel-ready clothing, luggage, walking shoes, and more. However, you don't have to wait until the main event to find items for up to 80 percent off.
Juan from Home With Juan on Instagram recently showed off his latest find in a video posted to his feed. It's a bright orange, circle-shaped hamper that splits in half for easy access to clothing on laundry day. It looks more like a sculpture than a hamper, and is also a great size for smaller spaces. "So sick and fits in that little corner PERFECTLY," Juan wrote in his caption.
Giving your home a bougie vibe doesn't cost as much as you might imagine. In fact, everything on this list looks ultra-luxe but is actually so wallet-friendly. I'm talking trendy, posh finds for every room - from linens and lighting to hardware and so many organizing options to help keep your house looking pristine. There are even a few products for your garden, because the exterior of your home deserves a chic touch, too. Get all your must-haves delivered straight to your front door.
Amazon is about to face a roughly month-long trial against the US Federal Trade Commission in Seattle to defend its Prime program from claims it tricked tens of millions of customers into signing up for the membership and made it hard to quit. It's one of several Big Tech trials the US government has initiated that's taking place this year, but the first major one in recent history against Amazon.
It's easier than ever to add a little more joy, whimsy, and fun to your life - even if you're on a budget. Amazon's digital shelves are stocked to the brim with weird, cheap things that can suit every taste. From small figurines to decorate your home or car, quirky upgrades to everyday objects, or fun ways to store your essentials, we've collected a ton of amazingly weird things that are all but guaranteed to add a smile to your face...
The Candle Renaissance has come for the disposable birthday candle. No more stubby, swirled versions from the supermarket made with artificial colors (and even worse ingredients-like paraffin wax, which is a petroleum product). Lately we're taking note of alternatives that, like the most elegant hand-dipped tapers, are made from beeswax and a little more special than the baking aisle standard fare.
On this week's Modern Retail Podcast, senior reporter Melissa Daniels is joined by executive editor Anna Hensel. First, they discuss Affirm's new rollout with Apple Pay to provide its buy-now, pay-later services in-store. Then they unpack the trend of paper coupons making a comeback in some retail environments, with Kroger announcing it has been bringing back paper coupons to help appeal to value-minded shoppers or those who aren't comfortable with more digital savings programs.
The first thing you see on Zara's homepage is a random product or collection, dropped in without context. No categories, no overview, just one item staring at you. It feels like starting a book from the middle. The description text is so small it might as well not exist. Unless you zoom in, you can't read it, which makes it useless and definitely not accessible.
A cool new perk recently became available for Prime members: for a limited time, you can get a three-month subscription to . If your ebookshelf is looking bare, Amazon is currently offering a three-month subscription to Kindle Unlimited for free. The service typically costs $11.99 per month, so the deal saves you $35.97 over the course of the trial. Keep in mind that your subscription will automatically renew once the trial period is over.
Growth investors face a paradox: The best companies always look expensive, but waiting for "cheap" often means missing the compounding that builds fortunes. Recent volatility has cracked open entry points in three platforms growing 13% to 27% annually, with moats that deepen as they scale. Unlike the artificial intelligence (AI) darlings trading at 100 times sales, these businesses already generate meaningful cash while riding secular trends untouched by Fed cycles or politics. Read on to find out more about these three incredible growth stocks.
Busworld Plaza addresses both sides of the industry. Buyers, such as purchase managers and engineers at OEMs, body builders and operators, can search, compare and discover the latest components, services and digital solutions. Suppliers, meaning manufacturers of parts, components, software and services, gain global visibility and present their portfolio directly to the right audience. The components sector has always been an important part of the exhibition, but with Busworld Plaza, the organization aims to bring it to a centre stage.
As a self-admitted commerce nerd who has reported closely on e-commerce since 2013 (in tons of articles, yes, but also in book, podcast, and onstage interview form), the rise of companies big and small that are using generative and agentic AI systems to innovate in and around consumer purchasing decisions has been a breath of fresh air. Today, even as a naturally skeptical person allergic to BS, I feel like the sector is on the verge of legitimate widespread disruption.
Instamart's Quick India Movement sale is live on the Swiggy and Instamart apps, offering 10 days of discounts ranging from 50 to 90 percent across over 50,000 products. Shoppers can explore top brands like Apple, OnePlus, JBL, and Marshall, with deals on personal gadgets, home electronics, and festive essentials, all delivered within 10 minutes. The quick commerce platform also features the latest iPhone Air and iPhone 17 smartphones, though these flagship devices are available at full price, without any discounts.
With fall unofficially here, it's a great time to give your home a solid refresh. So, where to start? Wayfair has you covered with a wide range of options during its Epic Fall Sale, where you can score up to 70% off through September 23. From furniture and decor to rugs and storage, there's no shortage of new items to help you transform your space, including DIY kits to give your home a modern update with a creative touch.
Prime Day is around the corner -- again. This time, it comes in the form of October Prime Day, or Prime Big Deal Days. If you're having trouble keeping track of the various Prime Days, you aren't alone. But if you're feeling shoppy and want to save some money on a big purchase, now might be the time to buy.
When you live in a dorm or an apartment without a washer and dryer, doing laundry usually means carrying your clothes down the hall, up and down stairs, or even across the building to a shared laundry room. After a few trips of juggling baskets, detergent, and dryer sheets, I realized I needed something more practical - and that's when I found the Dalykate Backpack Laundry Bag.
Flytrex currently operates in North Carolina, Texas, "and other approved locations," and has already made over 200,000 flying food deliveries. The company says its drones can fly without human control, but all are "operated by FAA-certified remote pilots who monitor every flight from our operations center" and are "ready to take manual control if needed." Flytrex's six-rotor craft fly at up to 32 mph (51 km/h) and "typically complete deliveries in under five minutes from takeoff to drop-off."
In just under two decades, subscription services have changed the way people shop, play and work. Businesses are also taking advantage of subscription services. As we head for the middle of 2025, though, the subscription economy is showing signs of yet another shift as it expands beyond digital services. What may the future hold? Related: The Subscription Economy Is Growing Fast. Here's How Your Business Can Adapt and Thrive. The rise of the subscription economy
For so long, retailers have been told that what sets brick-and-mortar apart is the "human element." But a landmark new survey shows exactly the opposite: roughly half of younger consumers prefer a shopping experience that lets them avoid other people. Convenience and efficiency loom large here: more than three-quarters of Gen Z and millennial shoppers regularly choose online purchases and curbside or in-store pickup.
Next could easily have been a real casualty of the digital age but, again, has shown its ability to not only stay relevant but prosper, thanks to its ability to adapt and benefit strategically from online retail. While the fast fashion brands have blazed and faded, Next has nurtured its brand portfolio, online platform and customer base steadily in a real tortoise and hare story.
GameSpot's commerce editorial team has launched a weekly deals newsletter that, in the words of Larry David, is "pretty, pretty, pretty good." Totally kidding, Larry David doesn't subscribe to our newsletter--at least not that we know of--but Curb Your Enthusiasm will be available on Blu-ray for the first time next month. That's (pretty) great news. You could even say that's precisely the kind of fun news you will find in GameSpot's new weekly deals newsletter every Tuesday.
If you want a fun way to add light and color to your space, Nanoleaf's wall lights are a great option. Ahead of Prime Big Deal Days, Nanoleaf is offering 20 percent off select products exclusively for Verge readers with the promo code THEVERGE20OFF through September 20th. For instance, you can save 20 percent off Nanoleaf's Blocks Squares Smarter Kit, dropping the price down to $144 ($36 off). This is currently the best price available on this model.
The international iGaming market has transformed into a borderless structure of a diverse market. What started as a region-oriented online casino and betting website has grown to international platforms that cater to millions of players worldwide. Along with this growth comes a major challenge: handling multi-currency transactions. In this article, the problem of iGaming platforms satisfying multi-currency needs is examined, including but not limited to serving a community of international players, introducing cryptocurrency, and regulatory practices.
"Our agentic AI capabilities are designed to work seamlessly throughout the entire selling experience, which means sellers can go from handling every task themselves to collaborating with an intelligent assistant that works proactively on their behalf around the clock, while always keeping sellers in control," Amazon wrote in a press release. "Seller Assistant will be able to handle everything from routine operations to complex business strategy, so sellers can focus on innovation and growth."
Subscriptions are everywhere-from software and streaming to fitness and education-but many teams still struggle to accept subscription payments smoothly. The most common pain points emerge at the worst possible moments: confusing checkout flows that spike abandonment, security and compliance anxiety that slow launches, and cancellation experiences that feel like mazes and erode trust. Addressing these issues upfront turns recurring billing into a dependable revenue engine, rather than a source of support tickets.
Amazon is opening the door to even more AI ads by offering sellers access to a new chatbot that can generate promos with a simple text prompt. With the new tool, Amazon sellers can describe the type of ad they'd like to see, and the AI chatbot will draw from a seller's brand guidelines, product pages, and other store details to generate a concept, whether it's for a static advertisement or a video ad.
It's the season of transitional weather, which means fall is right around the corner. Fortunately, swapping out your lightweight pajamas and linens for thicker blankets and sheets doesn't have to be a challenge, thanks to The Company Store. Through September 22, the retailer is hosting a huge Fall Comfort Sale, where you can save up to 30% on cozy bedding and bath essentials.
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