A good portion never make it back to store shelves.

Strong earnings from Nordstrom, Macy’s and Dollar General suggest pent-up demand and a reframing of what people consider essential spending.

The Costcos of the world benefit.

It’s a matter of directing heavy foot traffic, experts say.

Restrictions on purchases can backfire, causing customers to want to stock up on limited supplies.

Buying in bulk can cost more upfront, creating problems for low-income consumers.

The company’s sales dropped for the first time since 2009 in April.

It’s an effort to compete with drugstore chains and pharmacy startups.

Some companies are better suited to change where they get things made than others.

Finding and retaining workers can be a challenge.