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PCMA launches new advertising campaign
The Pharmaceutical Care Management Association (PCMA) is launching a new print and digital ad campaign – “Protect the Savings” – to defend the savings that pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) negotiate from drugmakers, and warn against the Administration’s newly proposed regulation that would eliminate
Gallo bolsters luxury spirits portfolio with addition of Gruppo Montenegro
E. & J. Gallo Winery (Gallo) announced Monday that it will become the exclusive U.S. importer for Gruppo Montenegro and its portfolio of iconic Italian spirits, including Amaro Montenegro, Select Aperitivo and Vecchia Romagna Brandy. “We are excited to become the U.S.
Kimberly Clark’s Tony Palmer leaving to become CEO at TropicSport
Kimberly Clark’s Tony Palmer, who has served as president of global brands and Innovation at the Fortune 150 leading company, has announced his departure effective April 2.
SDM drives slight gain in Loblaw’s Q4 sales
Shoppers Drug Mart propelled a slight uptick in parent Loblaw Cos.’ fourth quarter sales. SDM posted 1.9% same-store sales growth for the quarter ended December 29 compared to a year earlier, with pharmacy same-store sales growth of 0.6% and front store same-store sales growth of 2.8%.
GIANT Food gets thumbs up to buy Shop ‘n Save stores
GIANT Food Stores announced Monday that its planned acquisition of five Shop ‘n Save stores has been approved by the Federal Trade Commission. GIANT Food, a unit of Ahold Delhaize USA, agreed to buy the stores from United Natural Foods Inc.’s Supervalu subsidiary on November 6.
Hy-Vee acquires Weber & Judd Pharmacies
Hy-Vee announced Monday that it has acquired the business of all Weber & Judd pharmacies in Minnesota. Weber & Judd has served the Rochester, Minnesota, area since 1862. “Weber & Judd has been an exemplary provider of pharmacy care for more than 150 years. Combining Weber & Judd with our Hy-Vee
Kristen Bell, Dax Shepard launch Hello Bello exclusively at Walmart
Hello Bello, a new collection of expertly formulated, plant-derived baby necessities, was rolled out Monday exclusively at Walmart stores nationwide, on Walmart.com and HelloBello.com.
Barbie, National Geographic announce global licensing agreement
Mattel recently announced a worldwide licensing agreement between its Barbie brand and National Geographic to create a product line and content centered around exploration, science, conservation and research.
Better Than Coffee snack bars to be featured at the 91st Academy Awards
Naturally caffeinated energy bars company, Better Than Coffee announced Friday that its unique energy bars will be featured at the 91th Annual Academy Awards.
Rite Aid names Bulkley CEO of EnvisionRxOptions
Rite Aid Corp. announced that Ben Bulkley, an established executive with more than 20 years’ experience in health care and technology, has been named chief executive officer of EnvisionRxOptions, a pharmacy benefit management (PBM) company and wholly owned subsidiary of Rite Aid.
WBA to participate in SVB Leerink Global Healthcare Conference
DEERFIELD, Ill. – Walgreens Boots Alliance announced Friday that global chief financial officer James Kehoe will participate in a fireside chat at the 8th Annual SVB Leerink Global Healthcare Conference, Thursday, February 28 at 3:00 p.m. Eastern time.
100 years in the making, new products build on Wahl’s heritage of innovation
Wahl Clipper Corp. may be celebrating their 100th Anniversary, but the company is just getting started with several new and exciting product announcements. The worldwide leader will have a dominant presence at the 2019 International Home + Housewares Show, in Chicago March 2-5.
Diplomat delays release of 2018 financial results
Diplomat Pharmacy announced Friday that it is postponing the release of its fourth-quarter and full-year 2018 financial results and the related conference call and webcast to March 15.
Albertsons to offer new AI shopping experience
Albertsons Cos. is working with Microsoft on cloud-based computing and artificial intelligence solutions that it says will provide new and transformative experiences for customers and employees.
Village Naturals Therapy intros Chronic Pain & Fatigue Soak and Body Wash
Soothe sore muscles and regain energy courtesy of the new Chronic Pain & Fatigue line from Village Naturals Therapy, a Proud Sponsor of the National Fibromyalgia Association.