Results for “Consumer Protection”

ABC News (Australia)Center14 hours ago

Fuel retailer accused of selling unleaded 91 as premium petrol

The WA Commissioner for Consumer Protection launches civil court action against a fuel retailer it alleges has been making false or misleading claims about the octane rating of petrol.

The Sydney Morning HeraldLeans left15 hours ago

Perth’s cheapest petrol chain faces prosecution over claims it passed off 91 fuel as premium

Consumer Protection will allege the fuel chain misled its customers by swapping out the premium product for standard 91.

PBS NewsHourLeans left11 days ago

U.S. economy grows at brisk 3.4% pace in third quarter on strong consumer spending and AI investment

Consumer spending rose at a good clip in the third quarter, and business investment was up sharply, reflecting the AI boom. Better than expected, boosted by strength in consumer spending and red-hot business investment. Covered by 5...

Zero HedgeRight3 days ago

Consumer Sentiment Unexpectedly Jumps, Fueled By Independents, Despite Growing AI Bubble Fears

Consumer Sentiment Unexpectedly Jumps, Fueled By Independents, Despite Growing AI Bubble Fears The UMichigan consumer sentiment survey unexpectedly jumped in November to a three-month high, boosted by modest improvements in Americans'...

Taipei TimesCenter4 days ago

Consumer price index rises amid fuel cost surge

Zero HedgeRight5 days ago

Consumer Stocks Surge As Democratic Sweep Fuels Bets On Reversing Trump's Welfare Cuts

Consumer Stocks Surge As Democratic Sweep Fuels Bets On Reversing Trump's Welfare Cuts The reaction to the US midterm election results, a Democratic sweep , has been risk-on in the US ... But as we noted earlier: *NASDAQ 100 FUTURES...

OxfordmailCenter6 days ago

Consumer experts Which? share radiator trick to help keep homes warm this winter

Which? suggests foil behind radiators to retain heat. The Energy Saving Trust explains where panels work best and disputes the kitchen foil advice.

QuartzLeans left7 days ago

The dark chocolate brands with the lowest lead and cadmium, according to Consumer Reports testing

Consumer Reports found lead and cadmium in all 28 dark chocolate bars it tested. Here is how 15 of them compare on each metal.

Ieee Spectrum Full TextNo political lean11 days ago

Consumer Appetite for Personal AI Goes Mainstream

This article is brought to you by Qualcomm Technologies . For many consumers, much of the promise and appeal of AI is personal. Consumers are looking past generic tools and want to know how these technologies will help them in their...

Times of IndiaCenter17 hours ago

Honasa Consumer shares climb 5% as Jefferies raises target price after Q2 show. Why is the brokerage bullish?

Honasa Consumer, the firm behind Mamaearth, saw a remarkable boost in its shares after revealing impressive quarterly earnings. The company recorded a nearly 87% increase in consolidated net profit for the September quarter compared to...

Taipei TimesCenter2 days ago

Trusting consumer data in digital age

LivemintCenter3 days ago

Howrah consumer commission orders builder to pay ₹6.8 lakh to two brothers after selling booked flat to another buyer

The commission found that the developer had violated the terms of the agreement by selling the same property to another buyer despite having already accepted money from the original purchasers.

LivemintCenter3 days ago

Honasa Consumer eyes hair colour entry as Q2 net profit jumps 87% to ₹73 crore

Focus categories, including face cleansers, shampoos, face serums, suncare and moisturisers, grew over 40% during the quarter and accounted for more than 80% of its business.

The New York TimesLeft6 days ago

Flouting Consumer Law, Insurers Refuse to Pay Medical Bills for Emergency Care

A law to end surprise medical bills has generated millions of high-dollar payouts for doctors. Health plans are now fighting back by frequently withholding money.

LivemintCenter6 days ago

Wipro Consumer H1 revenue jumps 17% to ₹6,094 crore; eyes ₹20,000 crore by FY30

A 14.9% revenue increase in India and strong demand in Vietnam and the Philippines drive robust first-half growth for the FMCG firm.

LivemintCenter10 days ago

Hyderabad consumer commission orders Square Yards to pay ₹4.25 lakh over 3D design mismatch – here's what happened

A Hyderabad consumer commission has ordered Square Yards’ interior business to pay ₹4.25 lakh to a Secunderabad woman after her flat’s interiors didn’t match approved 3D designs. She moved the commission, which held that firms failed to...

LivemintCenter11 days ago

Godrej Consumer’s Q2 revenue rises 19% as pricing hikes offset cost pressures

Consolidated volume growth stood at 8% in Q2FY27 as the company raised prices across fabric care and soaps, with further increases in the pipeline.

ReutersCenter5 days ago

Tesla misled South Korean customers about automated-driving tech, consumer group alleges

Tesla is facing a consumer complaint in South Korea over allegedly misleading customers by selling its Full Self-Driving (FSD) software to buyers whose vehicles cannot legally use it. Covered by 3 outlets: 2 are centre, 1 are not rated.

NewsCenter17 hours ago

Inflation Bites: Why Top Consumer Brands Are Avoiding Price Hikes In India

Inflation Bites: Why Top Consumer Brands Are Avoiding Price Hikes In India NDTV

LivemintCenter3 days ago

Bengaluru tenant wins consumer court battle over ₹80,000 security deposit; landlord ordered to pay 9% interest

The consumer court ruled that the landlord could not withhold the security deposit without producing evidence of damage to the property or establishing any outstanding rent, utility bills or other dues

CNBCCenter4 days ago

Chime CEO Chris Britt: Consumer behavior is still 'incredibly resilient'

Chime CEO Chris Britt joins 'Squawk on the Street' to discuss the company's latest earnings report, artificial intelligence agents, and more.

CNBCCenter6 days ago

Barry Sternlicht: 'Consumer confidence is wildly low'

Barry Sternlicht, Starwood Capital Group chairman and CEO, tells CNBC's "Power Lunch" that consumer confidence is low amid outsized spending on AI and data centers.

The Japan TimesCenter7 days ago

BOJ signals low hopes for consumer spending as population falls

Private consumption accounts for about half of Japan's economy, making its strength a key consideration for the central bank.

LivemintCenter10 days ago

Kerala passenger takes IRCTC to consumer court over missing ₹1, wins ₹3,100 | What happened and what the commission said

A Kerala consumer commission ordered IRCTC to refund a passenger Re 1 withheld from a cancelled ticket, with 9% interest, ₹100 compensation and ₹3,000 in legal costs. It ruled the shortfall amounted to deficient service and an unfair...

The New York TimesLeft12 days ago

FTC Sues Dollar General Amid Growing Consumer Doubts Over Pricing

Americans have lost faith that retailers are giving them fair deals. The F.T.C. is suing Dollar General over it.

VarietyLeans left4 days ago

Netflix Names Mattel Executive Roberto Stanichi as VP of Consumer Products and Experiences

Netflix has named Roberto Stanichi as its vice president of consumer products and experiences, poaching him away from his role as Mattel’s chief marketing and brand officer. At Netflix, Stanichi will be tasked with overseeing Netflix’s...

CNBCCenter21 hours ago

China wholesale inflation hits over four-year high as consumer measure slows

The PPI for October came in at 5.7%, compared to the 5.3% expected by economists polled by Reuters.

ReutersCenter11 days ago

US inflation heats up in September; consumer spending rises

US inflation heats up in September; consumer spending rises Reuters

LivemintCenter1 day ago

Missed train, ₹15,000 compensation: Why a consumer commission in Punjab ordered a refund for a passenger

A passenger missed his train after it allegedly departed two hours ahead of schedule without proper intimation. The Ferozepur consumer commission has now directed Northern Railway, Konkan Railway and IRCTC to pay him ₹15,000, citing...

LivemintCenter11 days ago

Flat possession delayed for nearly 10 years? Consumer court orders builder to refund ₹45 lakh with 9% interest

A Mumbai consumer commission has ordered a developer to refund ₹45.45 lakh to a homebuyer who waited nearly a decade for a Panvel flat, with 9% annual interest taking the payout to ₹86.37 lakh. However, it rejected his claim for ₹5.23...