Unilever, owner of brands like Marmite and Dove, announced plans for further price increases in the coming months to offset rising commodity costs, despite reporting strong Q2 sales growth of 5.8% and raising its 2026 outlook. The company's shares climbed over 8% as markets reacted positively to its performance.
China's carmakers are struggling with narrowing profit margins due to higher raw material costs and declining market demand, exacerbated by the end of purchase subsidies and tax incentives.
Best Buy is offering a significant discount on Acer's Chromebook Plus Spin 514 with 12GB RAM, bringing its price down to $559. The article also highlights deals on Lenovo's Chromebook Plus 14, an Anker 140W wall charger, discounted Nintendo gift cards at Sam's Club, and Logitech USB-C Bolt receivers.
Russian crude oil discounts for India have ended due to Middle East supply disruptions and Red Sea shipping risks, increasing demand for alternative grades. This development, driven by geopolitical tensions, is expected to squeeze margins for Indian refiners like BPCL, which recently reported quarterly losses.
Samsung's new Galaxy Z Fold8 offers a fresh form factor, wider, shorter, and lighter, catering to smartphone video watching habits, but how does it compare to other eighth-gen foldables?
Yacht companies are offering significant discounts on Mediterranean charters this summer, with demand down 20-30% compared to last year. Geopolitical conflicts, specifically the "Iran war," are cited as the primary reason for the slowdown, leading to more last-minute bookings and clients seeking deals.
Best Buy's "Black Friday in July" sale offers significant discounts on various Kindle e-readers, including the Paperwhite, Kids, Colorsoft, and Scribe models. Other tech deals include a free Pixel Watch 2 with a refurbished Pixel 7, Ring security bundles, and a Gooloo Air Duster.
Sony's plan to cease physical PlayStation disc production by 2028 raises concerns about game ownership and pricing. An Ars analysis found that while used discs are often cheapest, PlayStation Store's deep digital discounts frequently undercut them, a trend likely to persist despite the loss of physical options.
Best Buy's "Black Friday in July" sale features significant discounts on tech products, including Apple AirPods Max 2 for $449, Logitech G Pro X2 Superlight mouse for $125.99, and second-gen AirTags four-packs for $89.99, offering deals after an early Prime Day.
Major Hong Kong developers like Sun Hung Kai Properties and Wheelock Properties are releasing new residential units this month. SHKP launched 120 units at its Garden Regency project, priced from HK$3.93 million. Wheelock Properties is set to launch its Park Silicon project.
A new "Freedom Fuel Network" offering gas discounts of up to 50 cents per gallon has emerged in Pennsylvania and South Jersey, baffling industry experts and officials. The network, incorporated just before Trump promoted it, claims to be a private company with no subsidies, but its ownership and sustainability remain unclear.
AT&T offers various discounts on prepaid phone plans, fiber internet, and wireless services. Deals include savings for new customers, existing customers bundling services, and specific groups like military, students, and seniors.
Booking.com offers various discounts on flights, hotels, car rentals, and packages. The Genius loyalty program provides tiered discounts up to 20% off stays and 15% off car rentals. A co-branded credit card offers travel credits and bonuses. Deals include spring travel starting at $18/night and cruise packages with up to $1,000 onboard credit.
Acer offers various discounts on its online storefront, including 40% off accessories when building a PC bundle, weekly deals on gaming laptops and monitors, and 15% off for students, military, and healthcare professionals. Specific deals include $100 off the Nitro V 16 gaming laptop and 44% off the Nitro XV2 monitor.
Babbel, a language learning app, is offering significant discounts to specific groups. Healthcare workers, military personnel (active duty, veterans, and families), and teachers can receive 60% off a six-month subscription by verifying their credentials through ID.me. The app emphasizes practical conversation and grammar, developed by linguists, with short lessons.
Castlery offers design-forward, durable furniture with mid-century modern aesthetics. The brand emphasizes functionality, sustainability, and offers various discounts and a loyalty program, making it a recommended choice for furnishing homes.
The Motley Fool offers various stock investment advice services, including Stock Advisor, Epic, and Epic Plus, with different pricing tiers and features. The article details subscription costs, available discounts, and the services' investment philosophies, noting a 30-day money-back guarantee on most plans.
The Trump administration reportedly contacted major grocery chains like Walmart, Kroger, and Albertsons to urge them to reduce beef prices ahead of the Fourth of July holiday. Walmart announced discounts, with President Trump taking credit for the move.
Strive, a major Bitcoin holder, disclosed a significant drop in the fair value of its Strategy preferred stock, signaling potential stress in the Bitcoin treasury preferred stock category. Strategy has responded with a new Digital Credit Capital Framework, including reserve policies and dividend adjustments, to manage market pressure.
Vistry Group, a major UK housebuilder, anticipates a first-half loss of £30m due to significant price cuts on unsold homes. The company has reduced its inventory of private homes from £600m to under £300m, with average discounts rising to 7.1%.
TurboTax offers various discounts for the 2026 tax season, including 10% off federal filings, referral bonuses, and up to 20% off business services. Free filing options are available for qualifying users.
Brooks Running is offering various discounts and promotions, including 20% off for new customers, 15% off complete outfits, and special programs for Brooks Run Club members, sports medicine professionals, and community heroes. New shoe models like the Cascadia Elite and Glycerin line are also highlighted.
WIRED highlights Columbia's reliable outdoor gear and offers a guide to current promo codes and deals. Savings include 15% off first orders for Greater Rewards members, student/military discounts, and gift cards.
Adidas offers various discounts, including a 15% promo code for new adiClub members, up to 60% off in clearance sales, and 30% off for students, military, and healthcare workers. Financing options like Klarna and Afterpay are also available.
