The shaving industry may be taking its cues from the tech industry by whipping out new razors seemingly every time you turn around. There seems t…

Fed Chair Ben Bernanke wants banks to start lending again to small businesses after two years of very tight lending, but some critics say the economy hasn't recovered enough for businesses to risk taking out a loan.

Frugal is the new black during the Great Recession, and that trend has dealt a harsh blow to the fashion industry. It is especially difficult fo…

New retail sales figures show shoppers continued to hold back last month. And a report says that the number of Americans behind on their credit cards is the lowest in eight years. So, are we looking at a new consumer? Frugal, responsible and forever changed? Or are shoppers just holding back on the plastic? Jeff Horwich reports.

New parents often will go to great lengths to get the for their baby. The latest trendy item for baby are designer diapers, so babies can stikll look their best with their pants off.

How we feel has a huge influence on how he consume, but just because a consumer says they're apprehensive, doesn't mean they'll act that way. Jeff Horwich reports on the latest Consumer Confidence Index.

A crucial vote in Chicago's City Council could lead to dozens of new Wal-Mart stores to be built in the city. The issue has become a showdown between the retailer, unions and the city's politicians.

Shoppers and businesses both love rewards programs. Los Angeles Times business columnist David Lazarus explains why he views them as consumer waste.

Some aspects of office life aren't sitting well with workers. At least according to office supply giant Staples, which conducted a survey via…