Rise of “fashion dupes” spark legal debates – CBS News Watch CBS News While customers searching for deals love a good “dupe,” a cheaper version of a more expensive product can get brands into legal trouble. In one of the most recent examples, fitness apparel company Lululemon sued wholesale retailer Costco over its athletic wear….
Millions of Americans travel for July 4th Tens of millions of Americans are traveling for the Fourth of July. Here’s what to expect. 02:27 July 4th is here, with millions of Americans expected to gather at fireworks shows, barbecues and the beach for the nation’s annual Independence Day celebration. Banks and post offices will be…
Costco’s label Kirkland copies Lululemon’s Scuba hoodies, Define jackets, and ABC pants, according to the suit. Athleticwear brand Lululemon (LULU) sued wholesale chain Costco (COST) on Friday for allegedly copying its designs, according to a Reuters report. The lawsuit, filed in a California federal court, alleges that Costco’s “dupes” infringe upon Lululemon’s patent and trademark…
Costco guests know they need their heads on a swivel at all times. For overly aggressive shoppers with overloaded carts? No. (Well, yes, but not always.) Instead, you need to keep your head and eyes moving at all times to spot all the new arrivals that will sneak past you if you’re not attentive. They’re…
Costco breakfast items are a staple for shoppers. Everyone flocks to the Jimmy Dean Croissants and of course the Kirkland Breakfast Sandwich. But what about the other, less popular but still great choices to start your day with? In order to be considered a great breakfast item, the food must be filling, flavorful and also…
If you’re a smart shopper, you probably know that summer brings more than just warmer weather and longer days. It can also mean changing grocery prices. And this year, there’s more at play than just the supply and demand of changing seasons. Due to upcoming tariffs, grocery items that are imported from certain countries could…
In This Story After a hectic earnings week and ongoing tariff war, March kicks off with a select group of earnings reports, with a strong focus on the AI and retail sectors. Nvidia’s record earnings reveal just 3 customers make up 30% of revenue Here’s a look at what investors should watch in the days…
The first week of March will bring investors a crucial jobs report and a range of key retail earnings that could have the potential to either stoke or allay fears about the US economy and the consumer showing some signs of stress. The February jobs report out Friday is expected to show hiring rose modestly…
A voluntary recall is underway for canned tuna sold at retailers across the US for a possible Botulism contamination. Some may have been sold in parts of the Tennessee Valley. Tri-Union Seafoods decided on the recall after they received notification from their supplier that the “easy open” pull tab can lid on the products had…
Costco and the Teamsters union have reached a tentative agreement on a new contract, avoiding a strike, the union said Saturday. Teamsters spokesman Matthew McQuaid confirmed the agreement, which will have to be approved by members. Details of the agreement weren’t immediately available. The Associated Press left a message seeking comment with Costco. The Teamsters…