Sam’s Club activations turn racing passion into membership growth
The “Race to the Club” activation showcased how the retailer’s Member Access Platform (MAP) is redefining retail media through immersive, community-driven experiences.
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Cardinal Health unveils state-of-the-art Consumer Health Logistics Center
As part of a multi-year strategy, Cardinal Health is investing in infrastructure and technology to increase efficiency, capacity and customer service levels.
Kroger awards 106 scholarships to children of Kroger associates
The Kroger Co. Foundation has granted more than $5 million in scholarship funds.
NASP congratulates industry award winners at its record-breaking 2025 Annual Meeting & Expo
With more than 2,100 attendees gathered in Denver, the NASP 2025 Annual Meeting & Expo provided the perfect stage to spotlight and celebrate this year’s distinguished Industry Award winners.
The CPG Guys: Ben Johnson from Red’s All Natural’s
Ben Johnson is the SVP of Marketing at Red’s All Natural.
NRF honors Abercrombie & Fitch Co. CEO Fran Horowitz as The Visionary 2026
Horowitz will participate in a fireside chat on January 12 at NRF 2026: Retail’s Big Show.
Circana: August retail sales rise 2% despite flat unit demand
Dollar growth was driven by food, beverage, and non-edible CPG, while unit sales were flat or down across all categories.
Elayne Kwait: Always anticipated, never forgotten
David Pinto looks at the laudatory life of Elayne Kwait, who passed away after a long illness last month. He recalls her role in helping put an indelible stamp on chain drug retailing in the 20th century.
Wegmans and Buffalo Bills expand partnership
Wegmans named Official Tailgate Headquarters and Founding Partner of New Highmark Stadium.
Lidl opening new location in Virginia
The new store features the company's trademark low-prices, high-quality products and an on-site bakery.
Target expands with seven new stores opening this fall
The retailer’s fall openings are part of a 10-year plan to add 300 new stores nationwide, each serving as both a shopping destination and a fulfillment hub.
New York Jets and Hellmann's team on field goal challenge
Winners of the weekly challenge will have a chance to win $100,000 during a Kick for Cash on Dec. 28.
August CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor Data reveals sales up even as inflation affects growth
“Consumer spending rose again in August, fueled by a still-stable consumer and a robust back-to-school shopping season,” NRF president and CEO Matthew Shay said.
H-E-B and Houston Texans kickoff season with new commercials
This year’s commercials include the spirited humor fans have come to expect, featuring a familiar lineup of Texans stars.
The CPG Guys: Nik Modi from RBC Capital Markets
Nik Modi is the Co-Head of Global Consumer & Retail Research at RBC Capital Markets.
At-home food trend powers Kroger’s Q2 performance
Analysts note that “food-at-home sits favorably in times of consumer stress and in terms of tariff exposure,” giving chains like Kroger a relative cushion.