FMI releases statement on government shutdown
“Congress needs to move forward quickly on a path that reopens the government,” said FMI.
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CRN advocacy leads to policy win in California
After pushback on regulators’ interpretation of A.B. 899, lawmakers confirmed that dietary supplements are distinct from baby food and exempt from duplicative testing.
NIVEA launches #SkinLikeVelour campaign and teams up with Juicy Couture
NIVEA is partnering with social stars such as Gabby Windey, Delaney Rowe, and Leilani Green to spark sensorial storytelling and #SkinLikeVelour conversation on social media.
Shipt unveils chat to cart feature
Shipt is teaming up with Perplexity, the AI-powered answer engine, to make shopping even more seamless and personalized with its Comet browser.
Sprouts and Careit rescue 30 million pounds of food
Green tech helps nonprofits nationwide in the fight against food insecurity.
Celltrion launches FDA-approved AVTOZMA IV biosimilar in U.S.
AVTOZMA is Celltrion's fifth immunology biologic and seventh biosimilar approved by the FDA.
Target bets on exclusive collections with ‘Wicked: For Good’ merchandise and Taylor Swift album
Leveraging Swift’s fandom and Wicked’s lasting popularity, the retailer seeks to generate exciting cultural events that boost store foot traffic, online engagement, and holiday gift sales.
OLLY: Survey of women aged 35–54 finds 70% report menopause affects mood and mental health
Ahead of Menopause Awareness Month, the results underscore a significant need for greater support for women experiencing perimenopause and menopause.
Dollar General kicks off holiday season with "Jolly Good Deals"
From Harvest to Holiday, DG’s festive promotions offer budget-friendly ways to bring joy to any holiday season.
The CPG Guys: Scaling a startup brand with Sarah Leinberger
Leinberger recently left General Mills to lead marketing and brand management at the startup Yoobi.
Retailers warn SNAP restrictions threaten consumer access
Retail associations urge USDA to extend the implementation timeline and clarify national definitions of restricted foods.
2025 PBM audit insights: What pharmacies need to know heading into 2026
By Harini Bupathi, Esq. partner, Frier Levitt’s Life Sciences Group
Kroger Health and Hy-Vee to co-host second annual Nourishing Change Conference
The event will gather leaders from public and private sectors to discuss how retail can improve health outcomes nationwide.
Hiring stalls as US private sector sheds 32,000 jobs
Losses in trade, transport and leisure point to consumer-facing sectors under pressure as employers pull back on hiring.
New local data in GSK and IQVIA's Vaccine Track supports smarter public health action at the community level
New analysis of metro-area data reveals wide variation in adult vaccination trends across the US and points to opportunities for local action.
M&M'S is teaming up with Nicole 'Snooki' Polizzi for Halloweekend
Halloween is falling on a Friday for the first time in more than a decade, which means more celebrations, more trick-or-treaters and more fun.