What defined the business week: Safety, software, and strategy

Apple’s iOS 26, falling credit scores, and fresh retail closures headline a busy stretch for consumers and investors.

This week in business was a bit of a balancing act. Consumers faced a number of fresh reminders this week that everyday products are not always safe or convenient. Companies are rethinking their footprints, closing stores in some markets while making bold moves to expand elsewhere. The markets reminded everyone that investor confidence can rise faster than fundamentals, especially when a big name signals conviction.