Kirk Perry appointed interim CEO of Kenvue
The leadership change comes amid strategic uncertainty for Kenvue.
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Sun Pharma launches Leqselvi for treatment of severe alopecia areata
With limited treatment options available to people living with severe alopecia areata in the U.S., the need for innovative therapies such as Leqselvi remains critically important.
Amazon Prime Day 2025 delivers record sales
This year’s Prime Day event was bigger than any previous four-day period that included a Prime Day event, with record sales and more items sold during the four days. Members saved big on best-selling brands like Dyson, medicube, and Philips Sonicare.
Cheez-It brings its A-game to basketball apparel
Introducing Cheez-Fitz, a custom tunnel walk outfit designed by stylist Brittany Hampton and worn by professional basketball player Rickea Jackson.
WBA shareholders overwhelmingly authorize transaction with Sycamore Partners
The deal is expected to close in the third or fourth quarter of calendar year 2025.
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor reveals sales slowed in June as concerns about tariffs rise
“June’s numbers indicate that prolonged uncertainty surrounding the economy, tariffs and trade policy could be pushing consumers to adopt a ‘wait-and-see’ approach with their household budgets,” NRF president and CEO Matthew Shay said.
Moms take charge of family spending as prices climb
In the face of rising prices, moms are adapting.
Mall traffic declines in June after spring boost
Visits to indoor malls in June decreased by just 0.7% year over year, while open-air shopping centers saw a 1.6% decline in visits.
NRF's 2025 Top 100 Retailers little changed from last year
Kantar’s David Marcotte noted that year-over-year continuity at the top underscores the market dominance of large-format retailers and vertically integrated omnichannel players.
Ferrero reportedly will buy Kellogg for $3 billion
The Journal reported that WK Kellogg shareholders will receive $23 per share in cash—representing a premium of roughly 40% over recent trading levels. Including debt, the transaction gives WK Kellogg a total enterprise value of about $3.1 billion.
NCPA: PBM Reform Act must pass ASAP
Systemic changes like those in the PBM Reform Act must pass and be enacted as soon as possible. We’re grateful for this bill’s introduction and will do everything we can to push it across the finish line.”
NACDS hails introduction of Pharmacy Benefit Manager Reform Act of 2025
The bill establishes powerful transparency requirements, bans spread pricing, assures fair reimbursement for pharmacies, and tackles anti-competitive practices that have driven up drug costs and limited patient choice.
WWE names Maybelline New York official cosmetics partner
The marketing collaboration will begin with Maybelline serving as the Presenting Partner of Evolution – the all-women's premium live event on Sunday, July 13 at State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
Leonard named to head beauty merchandising at Walmart
She had been Walmart's GMM of men's/kids/baby/footwear for close to three years.
Impact Analytics unpacks Amazon Prime Day 2025 trends
Rather than broad, unfocused discounting, Amazon’s approach targeted promotions based on real-time data.
The CPG Guys: Prime Day 2025 with Amazon's Jamil Ghani
Jamil Ghani is the VP and Worldwide Leader of Prime at Amazon.