Consumer and retail news: 10 things you need to know today
Consumer and retail news: 10 things you need to know today · Business Insider

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1. Why one of 2015's biggest clothing trends is here to stay

This was a pretty grim year for the traditional apparel market. Young people were generally choosing to spend their money on electronics and Starbucks coffee, not apparel. This arguably means that young people — who apparently aren't willing to invest in much — are willing to invest in something: their wellness, which isn't a fad...it's a lifestyle.

2. Here are the photos of Samsung's new fridge that looks like a giant smartphone

Samsung has gotten an early jump on this year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES) by releasing photos of one of its strangest new gadgets, which looks like a mixture of a refrigerator and a gigantic smartphone. The photos, pointed out by The Verge, first appeared onSamsung's Korean Flickr account, and identified the smart fridge as a stainless steel "family hub" refrigerator.

3. A new leak suggests Samsung's next flagship phone will have a giant 5.7-inch screen

Samsung's next flagship phone, the Galaxy S7 Edge+, could have a 5.7-inch display, according to a leaked screenshot. That's the same size as the current Edge+ model. The new device, which has not yet been officially announced, is expected to be unveiled at Mobile World Congress in Barcelona, Spain, next month.

4. Pizza Hut hoping new $5 discount menu can help boost sales

In an effort to bounce back from a disappointing 2015, Pizza Hut is hoping five bucks is too tasty of a deal for diners to pass up .Starting Monday, the pizza giant, which operates more than 6,000 locations in the US, will begin offering what it calls the "$5 Flavor Menu." The menu offers consumers a choice of several items, including a medium one-topping pizza, eight buffalo wings, and a pasta dish, for $5 each.

5. One of the most popular Air Jordans is making a comeback in 2016

The original "Bred" colorway is often at the top of that list, and that sneaker became even more popular when Jordan Brand released a "Banned" edition in 2011. Now, with most 2015 sneaker releases behind us, we get word that 2016 will mark the return of the "Banned" Air Jordan 1.

6. The 4 biggest ways American beverage consumption will change in 2016

it’s a dramatic time to be in the world of beverages. Here are four key trends to watch out for in the industry in 2016 are: growth of energy and sports drinks, smaller cans and bottles and attempts at authenticity.

7. This company has created stain-resistant ‘self-cleaning’ jeans you never need to wash

ODO Denim is shaking up the clothing industry with their "self-cleaning" jeans and t-shirts. The company weaves silver into their fabric. This creates "peaks," giving the fabric an anti-stain quality, and creates a chemical reaction with bacteria, rendering the fabric anti-stink.