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Census retail sales data for May shows a ‘reasonably healthy consumer’
WASHINGTON – Data released by the U.S. Census Bureau today shows retail sales grew again in May and helped drive a still-expanding economy, National Retail Federation chief economist Jack Kleinhenz said.
Sally Beauty and Instacart to offer same-day delivery
Sally Beauty and Instacart have announced a partnership to offer same-day delivery. Customers can now select from over 7,000 products, which will be delivered in as fast as an hour.
Survey: 94% of retailers see in-store returns as opportunity
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Technology has permeated virtually every aspect of our lives – however, retail stores have become one of the last tech-free zones in existence – a scenario that is putting retailers at risk of failing to meet shopper expectations in an increasingly tech-enabled world.
Amazon expands RxPass access to Prime members on Medicare
Amazon Pharmacy announced Tuesday that RxPass is now available to Prime members on Medicare, opening access to affordable medication to over 50 million more people.
CRN announces Supplement Source Podcast
The Council for Responsible Nutrition (CRN), the leading trade association for the dietary supplement and functional food industry, announces the launch of its new podcast, “Supplement Source.” Hosted by CRN’s Vice President of Communications, Jeff (“J.D.
Pharmacy Coalition petitions SCOTUS to reverse lower court on Oklahoma’s PBM regulations
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – A coalition of pharmacy groups today asked the U.S. Supreme Court to once again decide whether states can regulate pharmacy benefit managers after the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals struck down a lower court that upheld a law passed by Oklahoma in 2019.
M&M’s named leading trusted brand in Morning Consult report
The 2024 Morning Consult Most Trusted Brand report has named M&M’S, part of Mars, as one of the most trusted brands among all overall consumers.
Meijer LPGA Classic generates $2 million for Simply Give program
The 10th Meijer Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Classic for Simply Give has concluded. The event, held at Blythefield Country Club in Belmont, Mich., comprised four days of competitive golf. Lilia Vu was crowned the winner after a three-hole playoff.
CMX launches new self-service offering
CVS Media Exchange (CMX) is rolling out its new beta self-service offering in collaboration with The Trade Desk, the fastest growing independent media buying platform in the market.
Video Forum: Chip Davis, Healthcare Distribution Alliance
In this week’s Video Forum, Chip Davis, president and chief executive officer of the Healthcare Distribution Alliance, talks about the evolution of the drug distribution sector, which links manufacturers, retail pharmacies, hospitals and other sites of care.
Pharmacy groups petition SCOTUS to reverse pharmacy benefit managers ruling
ALEXANDRIA, Va. – A coalition of pharmacy groups petitioned U.S. Supreme Court on Friday to once again deliberate whether states can regulate pharmacy benefit managers after the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals struck down a lower court that upheld a law passed by Oklahoma in 2019.
CHPA welcomes new board members at June meeting
The Consumer Healthcare Products Association (CHPA) today announced the election of new members to its board of directors during the association’s summer meeting.
Clinch to power Albertsons retail media arm expansion
Clinch has announced today that the company will be the omnichannel ad server and DCO partner powering Albertsons Media Collective’s expansion into Connected TV (CTV).
MMR honors ‘Most Influential Women’ of 2024
Chain Drug Review’s sister publication MMR held an event in New York this week to honor Mass Market Retailing’s Most Influential Women of 2024.
26th Annual NACDS Foundation Dinner to feature Dr. Sanjay Gupta
Multiple Emmy-award winning chief medical correspondent for CNN, Dr. Sanjay Gupta, will headline the 2024 National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) Foundation Dinner.