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NERC deregulates meter prices, consumers to purchase meters through competitive bidding

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With effect from 1 May, all prices of meters under the Meter Assets Provider (MAP) scheme, will be determined through a competitive bidding process with customers provided with a choice …

Low-Income Consumers Choose Retailers Over D2C When Shopping Online

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When low-income shoppers tap digital channels, they prefer to shop with retailers rather than going straight to brands’ eCommerce shops, trusting stores to offer them the best price. By the Numbers The PYMNTS Intelligence report “The…

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DATA BREACH ALERT: Edelson Lechtzin LLP Is Investigating Claims On Behalf Of Customers Whose Personal Data May Have Been Compromised By The Financial Business and Consumer Solutions, Inc. Data Breach

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NEWTOWN, Pa., April 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The law firm of Edelson Lechtzin LLP is investigating claims regarding data privacy violations by Financial Business and Consumer Solutions, Inc ("FBCS"). FBCS learned of suspicious activity…

MYR Group Inc. to Attend Baird Global Consumer, Technology & Services Investor Conference in June

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THORNTON, Colo., April 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MYR Group Inc. ("MYR Group") (NASDAQ:MYRG), a holding company of leading specialty contractors serving the electric utility infrastructure, commercial and industrial construction markets…

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Brexit border checks to 'add billions' to consumer bills

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Border checks on food and plant imports will add billions of pounds to the cost of doing business with the European Union, industry figures have warned.

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Washington AG Prevails in Consumer Review Fairness Act Lawsuit

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Washington Attorney General (AG) Bob Ferguson prevailed in his lawsuit against a plastic surgery practice, Allure Esthetic, and its owner, Dr. Javad A. Sajan (collectively, the company), alleging violations of the federal Consumer Review…

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Monese founder to buy consumer arm in break-up

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An HSBC-backed technology company which was in talks to raise funding at a valuation of over £1bn four years ago will this week confirm a plan to break itself up amid mounting losses.

1 in 4 Consumers Prefer Credit Cards From Local Banks or Credit Unions

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According to PYMNTS Intelligence, credit unions (CUs) and community banks continue to gain traction in the consumer credit card space. As we found in researching “Credit Unions and Community Banks Gain Credit Card Issuing Momentum,” a…

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Noida: FDA Collects Food Samples From McDonald’s, Theobroma Bakery Following Consumer ‘Illness’ Complaints After Eating Burger and French Fries

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The Food Safety and Drug Administration Department (FDA) officials collected samples from an outlet of McDonald's in Noida Sector 18 and Theobroma bakery in Sector 104 following a complaint by a consumer who fell sick allegedly after…

$5.6 million settlement proposed for consumers in home heating oil suit against Peterson Oil

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Peterson Oil is accused of of misrepresenting the amount of biodiesel mixed with the heating oil sold to consumers, causing sudden shutdowns and damage to heating equipment.

Consumers, jobs and interest rates — oh my!

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This week, we’re getting important insights on how the U.S. economy is doing. We’ll receive reports on consumer confidence, the unemployment rate and how many jobs are out there. And in the middle of it all, the Federal Reserve is meeting…

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Thomas’ Brings Sourdough English Muffins to Consumers Nationwide

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Thomas'® Breads is bringing its fan-favorite Sourdough English Muffins to consumers nationwide and expanding its breakfast portfolio with the introduction of its savory Everything Breakfast Bread. ...

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Torry's Take: Inflation Is Moving in the Wrong Direction Again. Just Ask Consumers.

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The Federal Reserve has a policy meeting this week, and the latest inflation data is likely to set the stage for some uncomfortable discussions.

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Consumer Alert: Update Google Chrome Immediately to Stop Critical Vulnerability

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Google has issued an urgent warning to its vast user base of over 1 billion Chrome users, strongly advising them to update their browsers as soon as possible to protect against a critical security vulnerability.

Collective Audience and Insticator Launch Strategic Partnership, Integrating AudienceCloud™ with Insticator's Reach to 350 Million Consumers Monthly

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NEW YORK, April 29, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- -- Collective Audience, Inc. (NASDAQ:CAUD), a leading innovator of audience-based performance advertising and media solutions, has launched a strategic technology partnership with Insticator, a…

Fragile Consumers And Thirsty AI Wrap Up April’s Retail News

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As consumers increase their confidence levels, economists and analysts are losing theirs. AI takes a hype-hit, while brave retailers expand their experiences.