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American Express Q3 Strength Defies Weak Consumer Mood With Record Revenue
This Warren Buffett favorite saw no lack of consumer confidence in Q3. Consumer sentiment has been waning in the past few months, due to various factors, including a weakening job market, rising inflation, and geopolitical uncertainty. But you...

Packaging with purpose: Ball Corporation’s Jag Bains on innovation, decarbonisation, and consumer-driven change
At a time when packaging is under intense scrutiny — from sustainability benchmarks to shifting consumer expectations — Ball Corporation is doubling down on innovation with a clear mission: to deliver circular, low-carbon solutions that meet the...

Grant PUD Expands Customer Service Improvements Based on Direct Feedback
EPHRATA - Grant County PUD is doubling down on improving how it serves customers — and much of that effort is being guided by what customers themselves are saying. According to the utility’s latest quarterly report, 80% of retail operations staff...

Ajman Bank joins hands with Dataroid to elevate customer experience
Ajman Bank has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Dataroid, an AI-powered digital analytics and customer engagement platform during GITEX Global 2025, to accelerate the Bank’s data-driven transformation and elevate its digital...

These Beloved Fast Food Chains Are Losing Their Edge In 2025, According To Customers
The success of a fast food chain often depends in equal parts on nostalgia and change. On one hand, a fair number of, say, McDonald's customers are perpetually chasing the taste of a Quarter Pounder from their youth. On the other hand, virtually...

Deloitte Reports US Consumer Spending Slump Amid Economic Uncertainty
In the face of a fluctuating economic climate, Deloitte has noted a significant shift in consumer behaviour. Their latest research shows a downturn in US consumer spending, hitting a low not seen since 1997. This trend signifies a growing focus on...

FSSAI bans use of ‘ORS’ term in food product labels, calls it misleading to buyers
New Delhi: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has directed all food business operators to immediately stop using the word ‘ORS’ (Oral Rehydration Solution) in their labelling and advertisements, calling such practices...

NEM Insurance empowers customers to achieve dreams
NEM Insurance Plc, one of the top five insurers in Nigeria, has renewed its commitment to assisting customers make their desired mission and dream into reality. Andrew Ikekuha, managing director/CEO, said this during the opening ceremony of the...

Your data privacy could be at risk if you sign up for retail loyalty programs
They promise discounts on gas, groceries, and more -- but at what cost? Retail loyalty programs offer tempting perks, yet often come with a hidden price: your privacy. A new Consumer Reports investigation reveals one retailer pushing the limits,...

Qantas Data Breach Exposes Personal Information Of Over 5 Million Customers
Qantas Airways confirmed that hackers stole and leaked personal data of more than five million customers on the dark web after the airline refused to pay a ransom. The cyberattack, carried out by a group calling itself “Scattered Lapsus$ Hunters,”...

VEC Customers Share awards $2,700 in local grants
At the October 2025 VEC Customers Share Board meeting, local organizations in Bradley County were awarded $2,700 in grants. Organizations receiving funds were: • Foundation House Ministries — $1,000); • Sleep in Heavenly Peace — $500); • Valley...

HAGO Africa enters market to connect customers, vendors
A digital marketplace for services, HAGO Africa, has officially launched its operations in Nigeria, making it easier, safer, and faster for customers to find trusted service providers, from everyday artisans to top-tier professionals. The Founder...

Verily Launches Consumer Health App with AI Companion That Answers Questions
Verily has launched a new consumer health app that includes personalized recommendations and a private artificial intelligence companion. “We created Verily Me to meet the consumer need for a simpler, more personalized healthcare solution,”...

Flood-hit power consumers ‘get August bill waiver’
Published on: October 18, 2025 4:33 AM The federal government has waived August electricity bills for consumers affected by floods, sources in the Power Division confirmed on Friday. Flash floods killed at least 1,037 people and injured 1,067...

Maharashtra News: State Consumer Commission Sets Aside Order Against ICICI Lombard In ₹7.25 Lakh Flood Damage Insurance Case
Maharashtra Consumer Commission rules in favour of ICICI Lombard, overturning Sangli panel’s flood damage compensation order | Representational Image Mumbai: The Maharashtra State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, has set aside an order...

Second suspect, employee at Palm Coast Popeyes arrested in 'organized scheme' to charge customer credit cards
Shaunta Johnson, 42, was arrested following a seven-month fraud investigation. Johnson and her coworker made fraudulent charges to customer credit cards while working the Popeyes drive-thru. By FCSO press release | 4:30 p.m. October 17, 2025 A...

SacRT Offers Free Rides Systemwide on Oct. 21 to Celebrate Customer Appreciation Month
The Sacramento Regional Transit District (SacRT) is saying a heartfelt “thank you” to its riders by offering free rides systemwide on Tuesday, Oct. 21, as part of its month-long Customer Appreciation Month celebration.Original article published at...

Kitchen pail distribution event Saturday for city utilities customers
The Utilities Department will dispense the indoor residential pails to Santa Maria customers on Saturday, Oct. 18, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., in front of Trader Joe’s, 1303 South Bradley Rd. The kitchen pail is a convenient way to collect food waste...

Jenra Grand Mall Marks 25 Years as Local Retail Icon in Angeles
ANGELES CITY—Long before national mall chains arrived in Pampanga, a modest commercial center quietly laid the foundation for local retail in the heart of Angeles. Jenra—a homegrown brand that grew into a household name across Central Luzon. This...

These four Apple products are about to get very rare updates
Apple just launched three M5-equipped products this week, but rumors indicate even more new hardware is coming soon—including four products getting very rare updates. The latest Apple products are a trio of M5-equipped devices: M5 iPad Pro,...