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Instant checkout: Immediate disruption
OpenAI — whose ChatGPT first brought the revolution in artificial intelligence to widespread public attention — upped the ante for retailers and CPG companies late last month with the launch of Instant Checkout, a tool that enables users to purchase products without leaving the platform.
A new top item on shopping lists: Health
Wellness is also redefining product innovation. Functional foods and beverages are booming, from probiotic yogurts to protein-infused waters and “mental wellness” drinks designed to improve mood or focus.
Retailing change is rampant — except where you’d most expect it
David Pinto looks at the worldwide reach of mass retailing.
NRF Global Port Tracker shows year-end import slowdown
After an initial surge in shipments to counter tariff uncertainty, November and December are expected to be the slowest months of 2025.
Judge orders Trump to release full SNAP benefits
The administration had previously agreed to issue only partial payments, saying that fully funding SNAP would take weeks or months.
Walgreens launches enhanced Respiratory Index to track virus hotspots
The Walgreens Respiratory Index will be updated weekly and will allow users to search by state to see where their geographic area ranks for both flu and COVID-19 activity.
Food Lion invests $484 million to upgrade 153 stores across greater Charlotte, N.C. market
Renovations enhance product assortment and expand convenient and affordable ready-to-eat options available in-store and online.
Germany’s no. 1 collagen supplement ELASTEN launches in the U.S.
“ELASTEN represents a new standard in ingestible skincare.”
ADvendio and Vistar Media integrate to streamline DOOH campaign management
Partnership enables submission of media campaigns and retrieval of delivery data all within a single platform.
The CPG Guys: Dollar General Media Network’s GM Austin Leonard
Austin Leonard is the VP/GM of the Dollar General Media network.
Ethel M Chocolates rings in holiday magic with new collection
The American luxury chocolate brand unwraps the magic of the season with its new Holiday Advent Calendar and luxurious gifting collection made to elevate every holiday celebration.