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Memorial Day 2026 will see closures for nonessential federal and local government offices, post offices and major mail services, schools, the stock market, and major banks, while many big retailers including Walmart, Target, TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, Meijer, Kroger, Walgreens, CVS, Dollar General and Dollar Tree are open (Aldi has limited hours) as Michigan marks the holiday.
CBS MoneyWatch outlines Memorial Day 2026 hours: Target and Walmart will be open during regular hours; Costco warehouses will be closed. A broad list of retailers and fast-food chains (including Applebee’s, Burger King, CVS Pharmacy, Chick‑fil‑A, Dollar General, Home Depot, HomeGoods, Homesense, JCPenney, Kohl’s, Lowe’s, Macy’s, Marshalls, Michael’s, Petco, Sierra, TJ Maxx, and more) are open. Open grocery options include ALDI, Food Lion, Kroger, Stop & Shop, Trader Joe’s, Wegmans, and Whole Foods. Non-essential government offices and post offices are closed; some UPS retail locations may be closed, and FedEx will have modified hours. The stock market will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.
The government is reportedly pressing supermarkets to voluntarily cap prices on staples (eggs, bread, milk) in return for deregulation, including eased packaging rules and delaying healthy-food rule changes; the plan has drawn criticism from retailers and industry groups, while Scotland's SNP pursues a similar policy and full details are awaited from the Treasury.
At an NYU lecture, Reggie Fils-Aimé claimed an Amazon executive pressured Nintendo in the late 2000s to break the law to secure the lowest prices; Nintendo declined and stopped selling to Amazon to protect retailer relationships, a stance dating back to the DS era amid Amazon’s rocky foray into gaming.
Consumer Reports’ survey ranks Abt Electronics as the top large-appliance retailer, outperforming Costco, Home Depot, and Lowe’s in selection, customer service, delivery and installation options, and pricing, with a standout in-store atmosphere and a distinctive showroom experience.
Mississippi retailers are dealing with a backlog in wine and liquor deliveries, delaying restocks and causing frustration for shops statewide amid ongoing supply-chain constraints.
JD Power's 2025 U.S. Home Improvement Retailer Satisfaction study ranks Lowe's first, with Ace Hardware second and Home Depot and Menards below the average. The study surveyed 2,140 shoppers from July 2024 to March 2025 and evaluated five drivers: price, online experience, in-store experience, merchandise, and staff/service. About 64% would definitely shop at their chosen store again (up 9% from 2024), driven by more proactive employees and shoppers doing more online pre-purchase research; Lowe's advantage includes more affordable power tools, while Home Depot offers better warranties.
Czech retailers have listed the upcoming Steam Machine with prices ranging from around $950 to over $1200 pre-tax, suggesting a potential launch price of $800-$900 after taxes, which could make it a competitive option for PC gaming despite higher-than-expected costs.
Many stores, restaurants, and services like mail and stock markets are open on Christmas Eve 2025, but hours vary by location, so it's best to check ahead before heading out for last-minute shopping or errands.
Many major grocery stores have modified hours for Christmas and New Year's, with some open on Christmas Eve and New Year's Eve, but most are closed on Christmas and New Year's Day. Notable exceptions include Costco, Kroger, Publix, and Whole Foods, which have varying hours, so shoppers should check local store hours in advance.
Instacart announced it will cease using its AI-powered pricing tool after investigations revealed retailers testing variable pricing on the platform, leading to concerns over transparency and prompting the company to end these tests amid regulatory scrutiny and customer feedback.
Nintendo is ending production of the Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle in the US, with remaining stock to be sold until depletion, as part of a limited-time offer, with future bundles expected to feature different games.
The FDA has warned major retailers Walmart, Target, Kroger, and Albertsons for failing to promptly remove recalled ByHeart infant formula linked to a botulism outbreak, which has sickened over 50 babies across 19 states. Despite a recall issued on Nov. 11, the formula was still sold at various stores for weeks, with some promotional sales continuing after the recall. The companies have been asked to respond within 15 days and are accused of not providing evidence of corrective actions. The outbreak has led to hospitalizations, and the FDA criticizes its slow communication with local health officials.
The FDA criticized major retailers Walmart, Target, Kroger, and Albertsons for failing to promptly remove ByHeart baby formula from shelves after a recall due to a botulism outbreak that has sickened over 50 infants, highlighting delays and inadequate response in the supply chain.
The FDA issued warning letters to Walmart, Target, Kroger, and Albertsons for selling recalled baby formula linked to an outbreak of infant botulism, despite being notified of the recall, with the agency demanding explanations and warning of potential legal action.