Sam’s Club, Weight Watchers partner to expand affordable wellness access
The partnership brings together two trusted membership brands amid growing consumer interest in healthy living.
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Retailers accelerate imports ahead of expected tariffs
A new NRF report forecasts record container traffic in July as retailers frontload inventory due to trade uncertainty and potential higher import costs.
PLMA: Private label extends unit sales lead in first half of 2026
Private label has outpaced national brands’ unit trend over the past five years, though store brands’ dollar share momentum has softened of late.
Dollar General delivers back-to-school savings
With over 70 back-to-school items priced at $1 or less and flexible shopping options like myDG Delivery, DG makes preparing for the school year easier and more affordable.
Walmart and Sam's Club lower prices to help customers get the most out of summer
Customers and members can save on everything from weekly groceries to family road trips.
Kroger hires Emilee De Martino as EVP and chief people officer
De Martino succeeds Tim Massa, who announced he will be retiring September 18.
Walmart makes personalized wellness more accessible
Walmart is offering GLP-1 support, pharmacy guidance and nutrition assistance and will also hold Wellness Day on July 25.
Amazon ramps up Venezuela disaster response with aid airlift
An Amazon Air flight from Miami to Caracas will carry around 500,000 emergency supplies as the company enhances support for hospitals and shelters.
NRF releases 2026 Top 100 Retailers ranking
“Companies are doing quite well,” said David Marcotte, senior vice president of global insights and technology at Kantar.
Kroger to acquire Giant Eagle chain
Giant Eagle operates 197 supermarkets and 11 standalone pharmacies across northern Ohio, western Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Maryland and Indiana.
Amazon ignites Fourth of July savings for Prime Members
Prime members can save $0.50 per gallon on fuel during the Fourth of July weekend, plus savings on barbecue grocery items.
Amazon provides emergency relief to earthquake-hit Venezuela
“As the situation evolves, we remain committed to supporting our employees and the wider community affected by these devastating earthquakes,” said Bettina Stix, director of Amazon’s Community Impact.
CVS Health Foundation invests $1 million in Rhode Island nonprofits
Local organizations receive Hometown Fund support to expand access to health care, food, housing and essential services.
Inflation accelerates while U.S. economy remains resilient
The annual core inflation rate was the highest since October 2023 and matched economists’ expectations.
Instacart adds short-form video shopping experience
Shoppers can buy featured ingredients directly from videos, and brands can create campaigns with existing vertical videos via Instacart Ads Manager.
Ahold Delhaize USA boosts loyalty with personalization, wins Loyalty360 recognition
Recognition highlights the impact of personalization across brands.