Ann Gehan

Brinker International Inc. said Wednesday it grew comparable sales of its Chili’s Grill & Bar chain, as the company continues to attract customers to the casual dining restaurants amid a broader industry slowdown.

Coty Inc. reported revenue ahead of Wall Street expectations for its fiscal fourth quarter, as the beauty conglomerate works to turn around its business amid sluggish consumer demand and the conflict in the Middle East.

Shopping inspired or carried out by artificial intelligence tools is a hot new battleground for tech companies.

Bath & Body Works Inc. expects full-year sales to decline slightly less that it previously did, a sign that attempts to revive growth and turn around its business might be gaining traction.

The maker of the popular low-calorie, zero-sugar David protein bars raised $250 million in a funding round that values the company at $2.25 billion — three times the valuation last year.

Petco Health & Wellness Co. shares rose as much as 14% in postmarket trading Wednesday after the pet supply retailer reported profit above Wall Street expectations and comparable sales grew for the second straight quarter after a year of declines.

Five Below Inc. shares rose over 8% in postmarket trading on Wednesday after the retailer lifted its full-year outlook, citing the addition of new stores and the popularity of its budget-friendly merchandise among Gen Alpha and Gen Z shoppers.

Campbell’s Co. shares slumped after the packaged food and snack maker said sales shrank for a fourth straight quarter, cut its dividend and unveiled a cost-savings plan.

Signet Jewelers raised its outlook for the second time this year as shoppers continue to splurge on jewelry, especially for special occasions like weddings, even as they pull back on spending elsewhere.

Same-store sales rose 2.2% in the second quarter — ahead of the 1.7% analysts had expected.