Why Target and McDonald's are cutting prices and offering deals
Publishing timestamp: 2024-05-22 15:17:37
Summary
Target's weak quarterly results highlight the fierce battle between retailers trying to attract bargain-hunting shoppers by cutting prices on thousands of items. Other major retailers like Walmart and Aldi are also stepping up their efforts to offer deals. The competition for shoppers' wallets is heating up as companies race to outmatch each other on low prices, potentially impacting revenue and forcing businesses to cut back elsewhere. Despite the challenges, Target is focused on providing value to customers and reversing sales declines in the second quarter.
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Keywords: walmart inc, retail industry, business, mcdonald's corp, target corp, breaking news: business, business news,
Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2024/05/22/target-walmart-mcdonalds-price-cuts-deals.html