The recent lawsuit filed by Washington, D.C., Attorney General Brian Schwalb against online ticket exchange platform StubHub has shed light on some disturbing practices in the ticketing industry. The lawsuit alleges that StubHub uses deceptive advertising of low ticket prices to entice consumers, only to hit them with significantly higher prices during the checkout process.
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Spirit Airlines, a well-known budget carrier in the U.S., has recently announced the introduction of new service categories to attract more customers and increase revenue. These new packages will be available starting next month and will offer a range of perks that were previously only available as add-ons for an extra cost. The new service
In a recent earnings call, McDonald’s executives admitted that customers perceive the company’s prices as too high. This perception has led to lower-income consumers being hesitant to dine at the fast-food chain, especially in the face of high inflation. The company has acknowledged the need to reevaluate its pricing strategy and focus on creating value
In an attempt to entice customers who have been cutting back on their spending, fast-food chains like McDonald’s, Taco Bell, Burger King, and Wendy’s are reintroducing or introducing $5 meal deals. This move comes as many restaurant companies are gearing up to report their second-quarter results, with investors expecting to hear that foot traffic has
Disney and Marvel’s “Deadpool & Wolverine” has set a new record with an impressive $38.5 million in Thursday previews. The film is on track for a domestic debut surpassing $150 million, making it the highest opening weekend for an R-rated film. The anticipation surrounding the latest addition to the Marvel Cinematic Universe has made it
The highly anticipated release of “Deadpool and Wolverine” has taken the box office by storm, exceeding all expectations and setting new records in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. With an expected domestic box office debut of between $160 million and $180 million, this film is already making history as the best ticket pre-seller of 2024. Not
Chipotle Mexican Grill reported quarterly earnings and revenue that exceeded analysts’ expectations, signaling a positive outlook for the popular burrito chain. The company’s earnings per share came in at 34 cents adjusted versus the expected 32 cents, while revenue reached $2.97 billion compared to the projected $2.94 billion. This strong performance contributed to a surge
As General Motors prepares to unveil its second-quarter results, Wall Street analysts are optimistic about the performance of America’s largest carmaker. Expectations are high as analysts predict earnings per share to reach $2.75 adjusted, with revenue projected at $45.46 billion. This would signify a 1.6% increase in revenue from the previous year and a substantial
As reported by financial analysts on Wall Street, General Motors is anticipated to outshine its Detroit competitors when it comes to reporting second-quarter results. The largest carmaker in America is expected to disclose a stable financial standing with sales and vehicle prices remaining consistent during the first six months of the year. The forecast indicates
A recent case in California has brought to light a nationwide organized retail crime operation that targeted major retailers such as Ulta Beauty and Sephora. Michelle Mack, the ringleader of this criminal network, has been sentenced to more than five years in state prison. She ran her operation from her mansion in Bonsall, California, overseeing