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Kroger's board approves additional $2.0 billion share repurchase authorization
The company expects to fund share repurchases with cash generated from operations and existing liquidity and remains committed to maintaining its investment-grade credit rating.
Peloton's Jess King named Chief Wellness Ambassador of Culturelle Probiotics
Popular fitness instructor joins the leading probiotic brand to champion gut health as the foundation of total wellness.
Fed report: Visa, Mastercard shift more debit fraud to merchants
The updated figures for 2023 show that merchants paid for 49.9% of debit card fraud in 2023 — up from 46.9% in 2021.
Instacart stops item price testing after user backlash
Instacart stated it carefully considered customer feedback and admitted that pricing differences for identical items led to confusion and eroded trust.
Unilever's top marketing officer is leaving the company
Esi Eggleston Bracey departs in a leadership change.
PTCB funds study on nationwide pharmacy technician mentorship program
This initiative aligns with PTCB's commitment to the advancement of the entire pharmacy technician field.
Nine of the largest pharma companies ink deals with Trump to lower drug prices
The agreements reduce prices on drugs that treat numerous costly and chronic conditions.
APhA highlights pharmacists' expertise at marijuana rescheduling ceremony
APhA believes that moving marijuana to Schedule III will help accelerate research into its medicinal applications and potentially lead to safer and more effective therapeutic uses.
Southeastern Grocers helping feed communities this holiday season
Grocer helps families unwrap hope and nourishment through community-powered giving campaigns.
FMI issues statement on November CPI Food Price Numbers
“The CPI numbers released today underscore the continued challenges grocery shoppers must navigate to get the most out of their grocery dollar. Nevertheless, they remain resilient and savvy in the face of these challenges."
Meijer spreads holiday cheer with hundreds of surprises at 12th Annual Very Merry Event
Retailer surprises customers across the Midwest with shopping sprees just in time for the holidays.
Store Brands Month kicks off January 1
Nationwide campaign highlights the quality, value, and variety of store brand products helping shoppers stretch their budgets year-round.
Ollie's Bargain Outlet raises over $1.3 million for the Marine Toys for Tots Program
Closeout retailer brings holiday joy to families in need at Christmas.
Merchants urge Fed to reject banks’ delay on cutting debit card swipe fees
Today’s MPC letter said there is no need to wait for court action or for new data.
Bausch + Lomb announces two board of directors appointments
Dr. Eduardo Alfonso and Steven Collis are joining their board of directors.