[Retail] "There are several factors impacting the toy industry right now," says Anita Frazier, industry toy analyst for NPD Group, "including general economic malaise … Read the whole story

[Food] Mintel says cookies are under pressure from the proliferation of other sweets, from ice cream, to candy and cakes, refrigerated dough, baking mixes, … Read the whole story

[Automotive] The company says consumers will also be able to talk to each other and leave reviews, ratings and comments, making the site what … Read the whole story

[Technology] The technique aims to target consumers more closely depending on demographics and time of day. "The products that Kmart might want to sell … Read the whole story

[Spirits] The first priority of Jim Beam's new holiday Web site is to strengthen the brand, but the spirits maker might sell a few … Read the whole story

[Packaged Goods] The apparel maker is launching its first TV spot in a decade, with a theme that makes fun of the idealized bodies … Read the whole story