WASHINGTON – The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) continues to call for the immediate implementation of reforms to address the tactics of pharmaceutical benefit middlemen, amid attempts by PBMs to stall Congressional action and perpetuate their harmful practices.
WASHINGTON – Inflation and the Federal Reserve’s efforts to bring it under control will remain big factors in the economy this year, according to National Retail Federation Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz.“With the U.S.
CVS Media Exchange (CMX), a data-led, technology-driven media network that enables partners to reach and better serve CVS Pharmacy shoppers, is partnering with Pinterest and LiveRamp on data clean rooms to bring greater transparency to partners (CPG brand suppliers).
Walgreens announced it is the first community pharmacy to accept a broad array of Medicare Advantage supplemental benefits online, through Walgreens.com and the Walgreens app. Eligible members can now shop from a catalog of approximately 1,700 Shop Eligible Products on Walgreens digital channels.
Tthe Federal Trade Commission has sued to block a proposed merger between grocery giants Kroger and Albertsons, saying the $24.6 billion deal would eliminate competition and lead to higher prices for millions of Americans. The FTC filed the lawsuit in U.S. District Court in Oregon on Monday.
Dollar General on Friday celebrated the grand opening of its 20,000th store at its DG Market location in Alice, Texas. “Today marks an incredible milestone in Dollar General’s history,” said Steve Deckard, Dollar General’s executive vice president of store operations and development.
Today, Rite Aid debuted its new ‘It Means More’ ad – spotlighting the retail pharmacy chain’s commitment to its customers, together with the passion and ongoing dedication of its employees to continuously provide unrivaled customer experiences.
BENTONVILLE, Ark – Walmart Inc. posted revenue growth of 5.7% in the fourth quarter, including a 4% comp sales gain in its Walmart U.S. division. “Our team delivered a great quarter, finishing off a strong year,” chief executive officer Doug McMillon said in a statement.
Target Corp. has introduced its new low-price owned brand, dealworthy, designed to give consumers incredible value on nearly 400 everyday basics. With dealworthy, Target is offering more options at lower prices, starting at less than $1, while strengthening its portfolio of owned brands.
In this week’s Video Forum, Crystal Lennartz, recently named president of Health Mart and Health Mart Atlas, talks about her priorities for the network of independent drug stores.
DEERFIELD, Ill. – Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) chief executive officer Tim Wentworth announced Thursday updates to WBA’s Executive Committee as the company advances a health services strategy rooted in its retail pharmacy footprint.
CVS Health topped analysts’ forecasts for fourth quarter sales and profits, but cut its full year earnings outlook, citing rising medical costs that are hurting the insurance industry. Revenue for the three months ended December 31 climbed 11.9% from the year-ago period to $93.
Amazon on Thursday reported fourth-quarter sales and earnings that topped analysts’ expectations, driven in part by a “record-breaking” holiday season. The company said its net sales increased 14% to $170.0 billion in the fourth quarter ended December 31, up from $149.
Rite Aid Corporation has completed the previously announced sale of its Elixir Solutions business to MedImpact Healthcare Systems for approximately $576.5 million.
