Kroger’s Q1 earnings beat expectations
Kroger Co. posted first-quarter earnings that topped expectations.
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CoolerX data study shows surge in popular snack prices
CHICAGO – CoolerX (formerly Cooler Screens) has released a research report based on U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics data, examining the pricing trends of key snack items (yogurt, ice cream, chocolate chip cookies, and potato chips) in an average U.S. city from January 2022 to March 2024.
Rite Aid plans to shutter 12 more Michigan stores
According to published reports, Rite Aid plans to close 12 more Michigan stores, the company said in a court filing earlier this week as it seeks to exit federal bankruptcy protection. The document filed Monday in U.S.
Hy-Vee awards $50,000 in grants to local minority- and women-owned businesses
Today, Hy-Vee, Inc. awarded $50,000 to minority- and women-owned businesses during the Hy-Vee OpportUNITY Inclusive Business Summit at the Sioux Falls Convention Center in Sioux Falls.
Census retail sales data for May shows a ‘reasonably healthy consumer’
WASHINGTON – Data released by the U.S. Census Bureau today shows retail sales grew again in May and helped drive a still-expanding economy, National Retail Federation chief economist Jack Kleinhenz said.
Sally Beauty and Instacart to offer same-day delivery
Sally Beauty and Instacart have announced a partnership to offer same-day delivery. Customers can now select from over 7,000 products, which will be delivered in as fast as an hour.
Survey: 94% of retailers see in-store returns as opportunity
COLUMBUS, Ohio – Technology has permeated virtually every aspect of our lives – however, retail stores have become one of the last tech-free zones in existence – a scenario that is putting retailers at risk of failing to meet shopper expectations in an increasingly tech-enabled world.
Meijer LPGA Classic generates $2 million for Simply Give program
The 10th Meijer Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Classic for Simply Give has concluded. The event, held at Blythefield Country Club in Belmont, Mich., comprised four days of competitive golf. Lilia Vu was crowned the winner after a three-hole playoff.
CMX launches new self-service offering
CVS Media Exchange (CMX) is rolling out its new beta self-service offering in collaboration with The Trade Desk, the fastest growing independent media buying platform in the market.
Clinch to power Albertsons retail media arm expansion
Clinch has announced today that the company will be the omnichannel ad server and DCO partner powering Albertsons Media Collective’s expansion into Connected TV (CTV).
MMR honors ‘Most Influential Women’ of 2024
Chain Drug Review’s sister publication MMR held an event in New York this week to honor Mass Market Retailing’s Most Influential Women of 2024.
SPAR Group: Shoppers demand higher service levels from retail
AUBURN HILLS, Mich. – According to the latest SPAR Group survey, in-store shopping remains a fixture of most consumer’s routines, with more than 80% preferring to purchase groceries in-store and more than 45% choosing to shop in-store at discount, convenience, home improvement and apparel stores.
Rite Aid expands partnership with Instacart
Rite Aid announced Tuesday an expanded partnership with Instacart, allowing use of an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) as an online payment option for eligible items on its Instacart digital storefront.
Walgreens to offer free HIV tests in partnership with KFF
More than 550 Walgreens stores will offer free rapid HIV testing on June 27 in partnership with Greater Than HIV, a public information initiative of KFF.
Ahold Delhaize USA announces agreement with Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Co.
SALISBURY, N.C. – Ahold Delhaize USA will now accept the Team Cuban Card in a new agreement with Mark Cuban Cost Plus Drug Co., PBC (Cost Plus Drugs).