Lampert ups ante to purchase Sears
CHICAGO – Sears chairman Eddie Lampert has submitted a revised bid in a last-ditch attempt to save the retailer from liquidation.
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Target reports strong holiday gains, announces leadership changes
Target Corp. on Thursday reported strong sales gains for the November/December holiday sales period, and reiterated its sales and earnings guidance for the full year. The company also announced changes in its executive ranks, including the planned retirement of chief financial officer Cathy Smith.
Ocean Spray kicks off new ad campaign
Ocean Spray has launched a new advertising campaign dubbed Ocean Spray. Act Tiny. Be Mighty. to tap into its roots as a farmer-owned cooperative.
Edge by Ascential publishes its top 11 Amazon predictions for 2019
Edge by Ascential, a leading provider of highly accurate and actionable ecommerce data, insights and advisory solutions for global brands and retailers, has published their 11 top predictions for Amazon’s next moves in 2019 and beyond.
Doritos Launches Flamin’ Hot Nacho
In a hot twist on an original flavor, Doritos, one of the marquee brands from PepsiCo’s Frito-Lay division, is setting the snack aisle on fire with the release of its latest bold flavor — Doritos Flamin’ Hot Nacho. For the first time on a tortilla chip nationwide, the new flavor offers a combination
Takeda completes Shire acquisition
Takeda Pharmaceutical has completed its acquisition of Shire, 8 months after the deal was announced, according to a press release. The deal was approved by 89.1% of Takeda’s shareholders and 99.8% of Shire’s shareholders, the release said.
NACDS urges members to submit DIR comments by January 25
Each NACDS member company has a powerful opportunity to submit official comments to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) in support of direct and indirect remuneration (DIR) fee reform concepts described in the agency’s proposed rule, “Modernizing Part D and Medicare Advantage to Lower
Vestar Capital Partners to take major stake in IRI
A new era has begun at IRI. Already a leading provider of big data, predictive analytics and insights that help clients grow their business, the company is now in an even better position to have an impact on the marketplace as a result of a new financial structure. Last month, IRI closed a
Propeller Health partners with Walgreens
Propeller Health, a leading digital therapeutics company, today announced announced a partnership with Walgreens on My Pharmacy which connects Propeller users living with asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) directly to pharmacy services in the Propeller mobile app.
Trax announces partnership with Google Cloud to digitize retail stores
Trax, a leading provider of computer vision solutions for retail, and Google Cloud have partnered to bring Trax’s breakthrough image recognition and machine learning capability to retail stores, allowing retailers to take advantage of real-time shelf insights at unprecedented speed and scale.
Hawaii, Connecticut and Maryland see flu activity gains
Hawaii, Connecticut and Maryland see flu activity gains Walgreens Flu Index for he week ending January 5, 2019.
Merlo discusses new concept store, Aetna at J.P. Morgan conference
During a presentation of the 37th Annual J.P. Morgan Healthcare Conference here, CVS chief executive officer Larry Merlo talked about the integration efforts that have already taken place to integrate Aetna into its business.
Shoppers Drug Mart launches ecommerce platform for medical cannabis
Shoppers Drug Mart launched its online platform for the sale of medical cannabis, providing patients with a single, trusted source for all their cannabis therapy needs.
Lunata Hair seeks to revolutionize the hair care industry at CES
On a mission to liberate women from the inconvenience of cords, a new company, Lunata Hair is seeking to transform the hair care industry with its innovative wireless and portable styling products, including hair straighteners and curling wands.
Bartell’s stands apart among regional chains
Founded in 1890, Bartell Drugs has maintained a leading position in the greater Seattle market by staying close to local consumers and continually developing new ways of addressing their changing needs.
Safe Rx announces availability in AmerisourceBergen
Safe Rx announced its product availability in AmerisourceBergen, with merchandising kits available to all AmerisourceBergen California customers.