Stop the Surge: Wendy’s Flips Its Price Strategy
Americans, fed up with the price of food these days, are speaking out. In fact, the rising cost of food, and more specifically the notion of shrinkflation was immortalized in…
A Powerless Choice?
Think about the last time you experienced a power outage. In addition to being unable to charge your electronics, or use your Wi-Fi connection, you may have also been unable…
Why Wendy’s Might Take a Bigger Bite of Your Burger Budget
Hankering for a burger and fries? Wendy’s, home of the square beef patty and Frosty shake, has you covered. How much will your meal cost? Well, under Wendy’s new dynamic…
Collectibles and Sustainability
Would you be willing to pay $375 for a vibrant colored cup made out of plastic and metal? How about $200 for a used one? Sound like too much? Well,…
Expanding Sales Foot by Foot
What’s better than a cookie? Maybe a really big cookie? Maybe even a footlong cookie? If you chose the footlong cookie, you’re not alone. Subway, maker of the popular footlong…
More Work, Less Choice? The Broader Implications of U.S. Policy Decisions
Imagine the dilemma of elected government officials trying to explain to constituents that a vote for more domestic jobs could also mean less choice and possibly higher prices for consumers.…
Non, Merci: Why France’s Carrefour is Saying No to Pepsi Co.
Pepsi Co., the global soft drink and snack giant, recently received a resounding “no thanks” from French supermarket chain, Carrefour, after the soft drink maker tried to increase prices yet…
It Was Pretty While It Lasted
A fly on the wall at recent board meetings of some multinational cosmetic companies might hear board members saying ‘it all used to be so beautiful’ or something along those…
Why Now Might Be The Time To Buy An EV
If you shopped for a new car recently, you probably know that finding a good deal can be difficult. Not only are the vehicles themselves expensive, but with interest rates…
Aldi: The Efficiency Experts
You might not have shopped in an Aldi grocery store, but you’ve probably heard of them. Aldi, a German retailer, is the fastest growing grocer in the United States when…