There's no such thing as a "sure thing" in the stock market. But when investors need to protect their portfolios against the winds of uncertainty, they frequently flock to the relative safety of consumer staples stocks.Small wonder.The consumer staples sector is made up of companies that produce or sell the basic goods people need day in and day out.Subscribe to Kiplinger’s Personal FinanceBe a smarter, better informed investor.Save up to 74%Sign up for Kiplinger’s Free E-NewslettersProfit and prosper with ...

Aalst, Belgium, July 9, 2025 – Ontex Group NV [EURONEXT: ONTEX], a leading international developer and producer of personal care solutions, is advancing its sustainability journey with the introduction of bio-based superabsorbent polymers (bioSAP) in its diapers, with an initial rollout in selected Moltex Pure and Nature products. This new material will gradually and incrementally replace virgin fossil-based plastic SAP in the core absorbent component, helping lower the carbon footprint of the product while ...

Welcome back. Globally, 300,000 disposable diapers, that's so gross just to read about, are sent to landfills or incinerated every minute. Some parents use the oldfashioned cloth kind, and kudos to them, but most don't.I mean, you got to get someone to come pick them up or clean them yourself. What about biodedegradable options. Diana Olick is looking at one company trying to solve this problem in her continuing series on climate startups.Diana, well, Kelly, this story is all for you. It's all about making ...

The battle between the world's two biggest retailers is heating up. Amazon said Tuesday that it is adding more than 4,000 "smaller" communities to its coverage area for same-day and next-day delivery service.The e-commerce giant said it has begun stocking more everyday essential items at delivery stations to ensure they're available within hours of a customer placing an order. "Everybody loves fast delivery," Worldwide Amazon Stores CEO Doug Herrington said in a statement."Whether you live in Monmouth, Io ...

Core Insights - The rise in return fraud on Amazon is impacting small businesses negatively, leading some sellers to exit the Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) program [1][2][3] - In 2024, nearly 14% of all U.S. retail returns were fraudulent, significantly up from 5% in 2018, costing retailers $890 billion [4] - Amazon has introduced new fees for sellers with high return rates, which has led to a decrease in return rates for some sellers [5][7] Impact on Small Businesses - Small business owners express concern that consumers do not understand how their return habits affect them [3] - Specific incidents of fraud have led to significant losses for small businesses, with one owner reporting a return incident that severely damaged her business [3][15] - Sellers are experiencing higher return rates on Amazon compared to other platforms, with one seller noting a return rate three times higher than on eBay [9][11] Amazon's Response - Amazon has implemented measures to combat return fraud, including denying refunds and requiring customer identity verification [8] - The company has also started adding warning labels to frequently returned items, which may be contributing to a decrease in return rates [6] - Amazon has introduced programs to help sellers manage returns, such as "Grade and Resell" and FBA Liquidation, allowing sellers to recoup some losses [20][21] Environmental Concerns - Returns generated an estimated 29 million metric tons of carbon emissions in 2024, with 9.8 billion pounds of returns ending up in landfills [19] - Amazon has faced criticism for destroying millions of pounds of unused products, although it claims that the majority of returns are resold, liquidated, or donated [20][21] Market Trends - A survey indicated that 65% of sellers raised prices in 2024 due to Amazon's fee changes and returns fraud [7] - The e-commerce analysis company Helium 10 reported a nearly 5% drop in return rates for U.S. Amazon sellers after the new fee was implemented [5]

Group 1 - Procter & Gamble (P&G) plans to cut up to 7,000 jobs, representing 15% of its non-manufacturing workforce, over the next two years as part of a restructuring effort [1][3] - The restructuring is a proactive measure in response to anticipated muted demand in 2025 due to uncertainties from U.S. tariffs and other global challenges [1][5] - P&G aims to make roles broader, teams smaller, and work more fulfilling and efficient by leveraging digitalization and automation [3][5] Group 2 - The company is also looking to adjust its portfolio, which may involve exiting certain categories, brands, and products, as well as potential brand divestitures [3][4] - P&G expects to incur charges between $1 billion to $1.6 billion before tax during the restructuring, with approximately 25% of these charges being non-cash [8] - The company emphasizes the importance of disciplined execution of its integrated growth strategy and resource allocation to pursue growth opportunities amid increasing challenges [7][5]

Group 1 - Procter & Gamble (P&G) plans to cut up to 7,000 jobs, representing 15% of its non-manufacturing workforce, over the next two years as part of a restructuring effort [1][3] - The restructuring aims to create broader roles, smaller teams, and more efficient work processes, leveraging digitalization and automation [3] - P&G anticipates charges of $1 billion to $1.6 billion before tax during the two-year restructuring period, with 25% of these charges expected to be non-cash [8] Group 2 - The restructuring is a response to muted demand expected in 2025 due to uncertainties related to U.S. tariffs and a challenging competitive environment [1][5] - P&G is also looking to adjust its portfolio, which may involve exiting certain categories, brands, and products, as well as potential brand divestitures [3][4] - The company emphasizes the need for disciplined execution of its integrated growth strategy to pursue growth opportunities while addressing near-term challenges [7]

Core Points - March of Dimes is awarding six nursing scholarships to students dedicated to improving maternal and infant health, with each scholarship valued at $10,000 [1][3] - The partnership with Pampers, which has lasted over 25 years, supports the initiative to strengthen the maternal and infant health workforce in the U.S. [1][4] - The U.S. has the highest maternal mortality rate among high-income countries, with over 80% of pregnancy-related deaths deemed preventable according to the CDC [3] Scholarship Details - The 2025 March of Dimes Nursing Scholarships include Graduate Nursing Scholarships for registered nurses in graduate programs focused on maternal and infant health [5] - Nurse Midwifery Scholarships are aimed at students in accredited nurse-midwifery programs, promoting access to midwifery care and postpartum support [6] - Undergraduate Nursing Scholarships support students pursuing careers in maternal and infant health [8] Recipient Highlights - Recipients include students from various universities, each committed to addressing maternal and infant health disparities through their respective programs [2][7][8] - Notable recipients include Hana Hamdi, who focuses on midwifery-led primary care, and Katie Page, who aims to influence healthcare systems through research and policy [6][7] - Other recipients, like Michael Lopez and Bethany Cooper, emphasize their dedication to improving maternal health and addressing healthcare disparities [8]

他的婚姻因此受到了影响，最终破裂。他放弃了自己的爱好，也不再结交新朋友。洛尔坐在他位于美国 新泽西州帕西帕尼的送餐公司Wonder的研发中心的会议室里对我说："我牺牲了我觉得可以牺牲的一 切。"一块白板上潦草地画着一个三年期时间表，目标是在2027年进行首次公开募股（IPO）。"我已经 牺牲了一切，因为当你投身创业，你就不能退缩或减少投入。事情就是这样。每天都如履薄冰，每周工 作100个小时，全身心投入，这是成功的唯一途径。" 洛尔取得了空前的成功。2010年，他把Diapers.com的母公司Quidsi以5.45亿美元的价格卖给亚马逊 （Amazon），净赚数千万美元。2016年，他和别人共同创立的另一家公司Jet.com被沃尔玛（Walmart） 以33亿美元的价格收购，给他带来了子子孙孙都花不完的巨额财富。尽管洛尔来自蓝领阶层聚居的斯塔 滕岛（Staten Island），并成长于岛上的一个动荡家庭，但45岁的他拥有连全球诸多最成功的企业家都 羡慕的履历。 据《福布斯》（Forbes）杂志估计，如今53岁的洛尔坐拥高达28亿美元的净资产，其中包括他在美国职 业篮球联赛（NBA）球队明尼苏达森林狼队（M ...

The Honest Company (HNST) Q1 2025 Earnings Call May 07, 2025 04:45 PM ET Company Participants Elizabeth Bouquard - Senior Director, Investor RelationsCarla Vernón - CEODavid Loretta - Chief Financial OfficerAaron Grey - Managing Director, Head of Consumer ResearchDana Telsey - CEO and Chief Research Officer Conference Call Participants Anna Glaessgen - Senior Analyst, ConsumerAndrea Teixeira - AnalystOwen Rickert - Senior Research Analyst Operator Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for standing by, and welcome ...