Morning Business Report: Sam’s Club expands Sunday hours, IRS announces tax changes, and tariffs may impact Christmas supply

Sam’s Club members will soon enjoy longer Sunday shopping hours.

(LILAMAX)- Sam’s Club members will soon enjoy longer Sunday shopping hours. Responding to “overwhelming feedback,” most locations will now be open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Sundays. “Plus” members — the retailer’s highest-tier shoppers — will continue to have early access daily from 8 a.m. to 9 a.m.

The IRS has announced new federal tax brackets for 2026 to account for inflation. The standard deduction will rise to $32,200 for married couples filing jointly and $16,100 for single filers. Adjustments are also coming to capital gains brackets, estate tax exemptions, and the child tax credit.

After a stretch of record highs, stocks cooled Thursday as the ongoing federal government shutdown delayed key economic reports, including the latest jobless claims data.

Delta Air Lines expects its growing luxury and corporate travel segments to surpass sales from economy fliers by 2027. The airline says early signs point to a strong holiday travel season, with Americans “still willing to pay up” for premium seats.

The National Tree Company, a top importer of artificial Christmas trees, warns of tighter holiday inventories this year due to tariffs. The company says it imported 25% less stock and raised prices by 10%. About 90% of all artificial trees are made in China, where tariffs continue to drive costs higher.

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