Cosmoprof North America Las Vegas closes with strong momentum
The leading B2B beauty exhibition in the Americas reaffirms its industry leadership.
Retail News
From gut health to hair growth: Walmart expands wellness offerings
“We want to ensure customers have access to whatever they want whenever they want, either in-store or online.”
Sherri Keeth named new vice president, Optical DMM for Walmart
"After an amazing 13 years with Sam's Club I am incredibly excited to make a big move (just across the street) to support Kyle Kinnard and look after the Walmart optical division."
Retailing's future envisioned at Emerson Group conference
“The old rules don’t hold anymore,” said Emerson Group vice president of strategic initiatives Elizabeth Karvonen. “Consumers are shopping differently.”
J.D. Power: Customer satisfaction with mail-order pharmacies surges as chain drug store customers look for alternatives
Health Mart ranked highest among brick-and-mortar chain drug store pharmacies. Good Neighbor Pharmacy ranked second.
Albertsons taps Brian Monahan to lead Albertsons Media Collective
A recognized leader in retail media, Monahan brings extensive experience at dentsu, Pinterest and Walmart.com.
Circana: U.S. consumers selective but ready to spend
Retailers saw signs of consumers holding out for deals as spending slowed in late June, as shoppers awaited July promotions.
Wakefern Food Corp. announces 2026 Local Wellness Supplier Summit
New Jersey-based supermarket cooperative issues open call for wellness-focused foods, beverages and products.
Walmart names new AI leaders to spearhead technological transformation
“Artificial intelligence is changing how we work,” Walmart CEO Doug McMillon said.
CVS Health opens new Workforce Innovation and Talent Center in Columbus, Ohio
The new facility at Rosewind Community Center offers free workforce training and access to health services.
Happy Cappy expands nationwide with CVS launch in 6,800 stores
"Parents are often overwhelmed by the lack of safe, effective products for their kids' skin issues," said Dr. Valenzuela. "With this CVS launch, families across the country will now have easier access to pediatrician-developed solutions right in their neighborhood pharmacy."
Consumer Edge data shows tariffs, interest rates are causing major shifts in general merchandise spending
Consumers have altered their spending behavior in response to these pressures, signaling a widespread realignment in how and where they shop.
George Vincent named as Kroger secretary and general counsel
Vincent will replace Christine Wheatley who announced plans to retire on September 1.
First-half 2025 Private Label Report: Sales rise 4.4%
Overall, store brand market share for the first half of the year increased to 21.2% for dollars and 23.2% for units, both all-time highs.
Upshop and Inmar Intelligence team to power smarter, faster retail execution
This integration brings together the power of Inmar’s shopper-facing platforms—retail media, promotions, loyalty, and eCommerce—with Upshop’s industry-leading capabilities in order management, inventory, and fulfillment to help retailers deliver on the promises they make.
CVS rebranding Rite Aid, Bartell stores in Pacific Northwest
"We’ve decided to convert the 64 stores we are planning to buy and operate, including 20 Rite Aid locations that are still branded Bartell Drugs, to CVS Pharmacy upon the closing of the transactions."