Geospatial tech helping Walmart expand delivery coverage
The technology divides geographic areas into precise hexagonal grids instead of relying on traditional zip codes.
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Lauren Brindley joins Ulta Beauty as chief merchandising and digital officer
Brindley brings over 20 years of experience in the global beauty and retail sectors. She most recently served as CEO of Revolution Beauty.
CVS Health may be forced to close over 20 Arkansas stores following PBM law
CVS Health had lobbied against the law, running TV ads and calling on the governor to veto the bill. The company says the law will harm patients and the economy.
CRN and Radicle Science announce 2025 Annette Dickinson Trailblazer Award
The Annette Dickinson Trailblazer Award is a new honor celebrating transformative leaders in the dietary supplement and functional food industry.
NACDS applauds Trump executive order, urges swift PBM reforms
NACDS emphasizes the importance of enacting the sound reforms that are ready to go and broadly supported in Congress.
Retail sales rebound in March
With the March numbers now in, the first quarter of 2025 shows retail and food services sales up 4.1% compared to the same period last year.
Alliance to End Hunger joins NACDS “Nourish My Health” campaign
“This partnership of like-minded, national organizations is an effective way to harness support and mobilize resources,” said Eric Mitchell, President of the Alliance to End Hunger.
HDA’s PCSC honors supply chain security leaders
The awards celebrate professionals who have shown exemplary dedication to protecting the integrity of the supply chain and upholding the highest standards of safety and security in both public and private sectors.
The CPG Guys: Community Grocery Retail in the Digital Age with IGA’s Michael La Kier
Michael La Kier is Vice President, Brand Development, at the Independent Grocers Alliance (IGA), the largest affiliation of independent grocers in the U.S. and worldwide.
Inmar Intelligence reaches agreement with the DEA
The agreement results from 18 months of collaboration between Inmar and DEA officials to interpret regulations on reverse distribution of controlled substances.
FMI Grocery Shopper Sentiment reveals rising consumer gloom
Amid growing anxieties, nearly 80% of shoppers feel in control of grocery spending, signaling resilience during economic uncertainty.
Acosta study shows shopper behavior shifts from GLP-1 use
Retailers are encouraged to merchandise dietary support items near pharmacies, enhance digital shopping tools, and adapt packaging to highlight nutritional benefits clearly.
CHPA releases statement on FDA plans to end animal testing
“We look forward to working collaboratively with FDA and other stakeholders on this important scientific and regulatory paradigm shift,” says the CHPA.
NRF Retail Monitor: Sales rise in March as tariff tensions loom
“The pullback we’ve seen the past few months comes despite strong economic fundamentals. A major factor appears to be driven by the uncertainty caused by tariffs,” NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay said.
CHPA lauds lawmakers for urging FDA to safeguard Rx-OTC pathway
“It cannot be emphasized enough how vital expanded access to OTC medicines is to public health, and the Rx-to-OTC switch process has delivered safe, effective, and affordable options for decades.”
NRF releases statement supporting federal legislation to combat retail crime
“We urge Congress to move quickly to approve this integral measure.”