Upwind: Retail hit hardest as data breach costs climb
Retailers are experiencing the most rapid growth in breach-related expenses, with average costs climbing 17.6% year-over-year, reaching $3.48 million per incident.
Retail News
Variety Wholesalers reopening first wave of Big Lots! stores
Future opening dates will take place in May and June across eastern markets, totaling 219 locations.
From stores to festivals: Ulta Beauty’s bold new strategy
Beyond more in-store activations, the beauty retailer is also launching its largest-ever out-of-home consumer event, Ulta Beauty World.
Walgreens customers raise over $5 million to help LA wildfire recovery
The Walgreens Foundation is directing the donations to organizations focused on critical recovery efforts.
GoodRx rolls out new e-commerce experience for retail pharmacies
The company is launching the experience with Midwest-based supermarket chain Hy-Vee.
Private Label Hall of Fame class of 2025 inducted at PLMA conference
The ceremony honored nine distinguished individuals across three categories: Private Brand Champion, Private Brand Innovator, and Lifetime Achievement.
FMI issues a statement on reciprocal tariffs
“We are concerned that today’s tariff announcement could bring rising prices, a squeeze on household budgets and reduced competitiveness for American companies.”
Dollar General pairs beauty access with new products and major sales event
Launching 7 Days of Savings Beauty event and adding new national and exclusive brand selections.
NRF's French: More tariffs lead to higher costs for American families
“More tariffs equal more anxiety and uncertainty for American businesses and consumers. While leaders in Washington may not care about higher prices, hardworking American families do."
Circana unveils Liquid Supply Chain for smarter inventory management
This latest innovation expands Circana's suite of supply chain insights, making them more accessible to CPG brands of all sizes
Hy-Vee dietitians to offer 1,500 free A1C screenings in April
This simple blood test measures average blood sugar levels over the past two to three months.
NRF forecasts 2025 retail sales to hit $5.42 trillion
The 2025 sales forecast compares with 3.6% annual sales growth of $5.29 trillion dollars in 2024.
Southeastern Grocers makes donation benefiting 8 pediatric hospitals
Support young patients and nurture hope while shopping at Harveys Supermarket and Winn-Dixie – every donation makes a difference.
Walgreens employee shot dead at work in Madera, Calif.
Detectives are actively working to determine a motive. They did say the shooter had an issue with pharmacies.
CVS Health commits $100,000 to Congressional Medal of Honor Society's HonorCare program
New program helps nation's heroes maintain and improve their health after sacrificing so much.
Kroger announces five new must-try Our Brands products
“We know these exciting, trendy items will soon earn a place on families' dinner tables because they offer great flavors at a price point that fits any budget,” said Kroger's Mike Murphy.
