Circana: Lip, hair treatments and skincare fuel beauty’s 2025 performance
Beauty keeps outperforming many other consumer industries despite ongoing economic pressures.
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CVS beats sales and earnings estimates for fourth quarter
Total revenues increased 8.2% in the quarter and 7.8% for all of 2025, driven by growth across all operating segments.
Target announces changes in executive leadership
“These leadership changes align the right talent and expertise with key roles, and simplify our structure so we can advance our strategy with greater speed, clarity and accountability.”
DoorDash increases food access for households using SNAP
Customers with SNAP cards on DoorDash can now use benefits at CVS Pharmacy.
Global Port Tracker forecasts import slowdown tied to tariffs
Ben Hackett, founder of Hackett Associates, said tariffs have brought “a global change in trade relations” that is complicating forecasting.
CVS Pharmacy now accepting TrumpRx discount cards
About 9,000 community pharmacies are now accepting TrumpRx discount cards.
Target marks 10th year of 1 million volunteer hours and expands community investments
In 2026, Target and nonprofit partners will choose 13 neighborhoods across the country for reimagined community spaces designed around locally identified needs.
Walmart hits $1 trillion market cap as digital growth speeds up
The milestone also comes just days after John Furner assumed the role of CEO, succeeding longtime chief executive Doug McMillon.
Circana launches Attribute Marketplace
The feature allows clients to seamlessly integrate third-party product attribute data into Circana’s existing datasets and analytical models.
Faster Prime delivery strengthens Amazon Pharmacy’s position
In 2025, prime delivery speeds hit record levels. Amazon uses the same infrastructure to expedite prescription delivery.
Independent grocers celebrate resilience, leadership, and community at the 2026 NGA Show
Industry executives, retailers, wholesalers, and partners gathered to reflect on a pivotal year for independent grocers and to prepare for the opportunities and challenges ahead.
Sam’s Club helps members during winter storm by fulfilling one million orders
A major winter storm increased digital and curbside orders at Sam’s Club, as members used online shopping to prepare for power outages and bad roads.
The Vitamin Shoppe opens new innovation store on NYC's Upper East Side
The new location introduces AI-powered Shoppe Advisor digital tool and brings an extensive selection of lifelong wellness solutions to one of New York's most dynamic neighborhoods.
Target launches Spring beauty assortment with nearly 3,000 new products
Retailer to stock nearly 3,000 new products; more than 60 new brands for the season.
Consumer spending on Valentine’s Day poised to reach new heights
Shoppers are budgeting a record $199.78 on average for gifts.
Amazon to shutter all Go and Fresh stores
With the closures, Whole Foods Market will become Amazon’s sole physical grocery brand in the U.S.