Retail spending remains resilient amid inflation pressures, NRF reports
April sales climbed as steady employment, wage growth and tax refunds supported consumer spending.
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NRF praises House passage of Federal Retail Crime Bill
“NRF has been leading the fight on behalf of retailers for passage of this legislation."
Target plans 130-plus remodels and 30 new stores in 2026
“These investments are all about making Target an even easier, more inspiring and friendly place to shop,” said Laurie Mahowald, senior vice president of Target Properties.
Circana launches Purchase to Consumption solution to connect shopper buying habits with eating occasions
New solution reveals $3.78 spent per person on average for at-home dinners; top retailers have $100 million opportunity with Purchase to Consumption insights
FMI issues statement on April CPI Food Price Numbers
"We remain committed to working across the supply chain to manage cost pressures and ensure consumers continue to have access to a safe, affordable and abundant food supply.”
Ahold Delhaize USA appoints Vipin Gopal to head data and AI
He will play a critical role in transforming enterprise data foundations, accelerating responsible AI adoption and enabling greater value creation in support of the company’s Growing Together strategy.
Amazon rolls out Amazon Now to dozens of cities across the U.S.
Now providing 30-minute delivery to millions of customers.
Rogue raises $2.5M and secures launch in 2,800 Walmart stores nationwide
Rogue will launch online in early May and nationally in 2,800 Walmart stores in July, securing placement in the protein/sports nutrition aisle.
Circana: U.S. beauty market delivers steady first quarter growth
Value consciousness, treatment‑led demand, and digital acceleration shape performance.
retailmediaIQ launches new website
The new retailmediaIQ website highlights the company’s expanding role across retail, pharmacy, grocery and convenience sectors.
Port imports to decline after May-June bump
Import cargo volumes at major U.S. ports are expected to stay below last year’s levels into early fall, despite temporary May and June gains.
Dollar General to brings joy to kitchens everywhere
Exclusive to DG, simmer & stir blends elevated design and effortless performance value-priced at $12 or less.
NIQ Brandbank and RangeMe expand wellness product discovery capabilities
Expanded integration brings verified wellness and functional attribute data into RangeMe, enabling faster, more confident product discovery for retail buyers.
CVS beats expectations for Q1 revenue and profits
All of the company’s businesses, including Aetna, Caremark and its retail pharmacy and health services segment, beat analysts' revenue expectations.
Aetna and Goodr partner on mobile food market and chronic care initiative
Aetna Better Health of Louisiana, part of CVS Health, is teaming up with Goodr to launch a mobile food market and nutrition education program to tackle food insecurity and improve chronic disease outcomes statewide.
Publix Executive Chairman Todd Jones to retire on May 31, will remain board chair
Murphy: “We celebrate Todd's 46-year career and are thankful for his exemplary service to our company, our associates and customers, and the communities we serve.”