Private Label momentum surges at PLMA 2025 in Chicago
The Show highlighted the category’s momentum through strong global attendance, increased innovation, and insights from leaders.
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Meijer announces its 2025 Legacy Awards recipients
Retailer recognizes team members who make a significant impact on the business and its communities.
L’Oréal’s Professional Products Division announces key appointments
These moves highlight the division’s ongoing focus on innovation, education, category leadership, and long-term growth in the professional salon industry.
Study shows power of OTC medicines to close care gaps
OTC access is especially important in “medical deserts,” where traditional healthcare infrastructure is limited.
NRF Foundation names top three teams for 2026 University Challenge
“This year’s finalists have demonstrated exceptional creativity, collaboration and strategic thinking.”
Maybelline reunites Lacey Chabert and Dustin Milligan in new 5-part microdrama: "Maybe This Christmas"
A playful twist on the classic holiday romance that spotlights Maybelline's cult-favorite Instant Eraser Concealer.
Optum Rx continues to improve the pharmacy prior authorization experience
Beginning Jan. 1, 2026, Optum Rx will remove reauthorizations for 40 additional drugs, including hormone therapy and knee osteoarthritis injectables.
Deloitte study reveals more consumers plan to shop from Black Friday to Cyber Monday, but will spend less
The pullback in spending, Deloitte found, reflects a mix of cost pressures and caution amid a higher cost of living.
Pepsi offering Pepsi Prebiotic Cola during Black Friday
Available nationally on Amazon, Walmart.com and TikTok Shop, as well as in select markets on Kroger.com, DashMart and Gopuff – while supplies last
Eli Lilly briefly tops $1 trillion valuation as GLP-1 demand soars
The drugmaker’s GLP-1 portfolio achieved triple-digit sales growth in Q3, strengthening Lilly’s leadership in the growing weight-loss market.
WellTheory and Instacart team up to promote food-as-medicine approach
Instacart stated that the partnership reflects its increasing efforts to incorporate food-as-medicine tools into clinical care pathways.
APhA announces 2025 Board of Trustees election results
Brandi Hamilton is the APhA President-elect, and Kristen Snair is the Pharmacy Technician Trustee for 2026–2027.
PLMA celebrates successful 2025 Private Label Trade Show
PLMA called this year’s show one of its most dynamic yet, underscoring the continued growth and momentum of private brands across the retail landscape.
Walgreens buys Fruth Pharmacy
Beginning December 3, prescription files and related inventory from 16 Fruth stores in West Virginia and Ohio will be transferred to nearby Walgreens stores.
Natural Grocers honored with 2025 Sustainability in the Food Industry Award from The Shelby Report
The recognition honors leaders driving environmental and social progress across the food supply chain.
CVS Health names David Joyner chair of the board of directors
Joyner was named president and CEO of CVS Health in October 2024.