Sam’s Club expands same-day delivery to refrigerated medications
Sam’s Club is extending its pharmacy services with free same-day delivery of refrigerated medications for Plus Members, including GLP-1s, insulin and other specialty prescriptions.
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NRF and Georgetown McDonough launch NRF Business of Retail Initiative
The initiative will establish the first National Retail Federation Chair in Retail Studies, the NRF Summit, and two NRF MBA Fellows, as well as research grants to shape the future of retail.
CVS Health opens new Workforce Innovation and Talent Center in Fort Worth
In collaboration with Fort Worth Housing Solutions, the center offers no-cost training to Fort Worth’s future healthcare workforce.
FMI study reveals supermarkets' expanding role in easy, affordable dining
FMI report shows consumers seek foodservice options for lunch and late afternoon.
Costco to offer Ozempic and Wegovy at $499 for members
That amount is approximately half the list price for Ozempic and about one-third lower than Wegovy.
Big Lots! plans national grand opening under new ownership
Big Lots! has reemerged with expanded assortments, broader categories, and a sharper focus on value.
Rite Aid closes all remaining stores after 63 years of service
The company permanently closed its remaining 89 stores this week following its second bankruptcy filing in less than two years.
Ahold Delhaize enhances U.S. healthier choices programs
The U.S. strategy's core is the Guiding Stars nutrition program, ranking products as “good, better or best” to aid quick, informed purchasing.
Wakefern finalizes purchase of Morton Williams supermarkets
New Jersey-based retailer-owned grocery cooperative closes deal to acquire Morton Williams store locations in the New York City Metro Area.
FMI releases statement on government shutdown
“Congress needs to move forward quickly on a path that reopens the government,” said FMI.
Shipt unveils chat to cart feature
Shipt is teaming up with Perplexity, the AI-powered answer engine, to make shopping even more seamless and personalized with its Comet browser.
Sprouts and Careit rescue 30 million pounds of food
Green tech helps nonprofits nationwide in the fight against food insecurity.
Target bets on exclusive collections with ‘Wicked: For Good’ merchandise and Taylor Swift album
Leveraging Swift’s fandom and Wicked’s lasting popularity, the retailer seeks to generate exciting cultural events that boost store foot traffic, online engagement, and holiday gift sales.
Dollar General kicks off holiday season with "Jolly Good Deals"
From Harvest to Holiday, DG’s festive promotions offer budget-friendly ways to bring joy to any holiday season.
Retailers warn SNAP restrictions threaten consumer access
Retail associations urge USDA to extend the implementation timeline and clarify national definitions of restricted foods.
Sprouts Farmers Market aims for massive future growth, opens new store in St. George, UT
The chain has surpassed 450 stores in over 24 states this year.