Dollar Tree names Jocelyn Konrad EVP, Chief Retail Officer
In her new role, Konrad will focus on delivering what she described as “The X Factor” across Dollar Tree’s national store base.
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Business Group on Health applauds CMS ACCESS model
Program tests better ways to pay for and deliver care to people with chronic conditions.
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor: Retail sales extend gains in January
Health and personal care stores were up nearly 6% year over year in January as overall retail sales continued to advance, NRF reported.
FMI and NIQ to discuss K-shaped economy and the food industry on upcoming webinar
FMI and NIQ will shed light on the K-shaped economic recovery, a phenomenon in which different segments of the economy recover at uneven rates following a downturn.
FMI praises Illinois ruling maintaining prohibition of swipe fees on sales tax
"FMI applauds the court decision today that preserves this first-in-the-nation law to prohibit charging retailers and consumers swipe fees on the sales taxes portion of a credit card transaction."
Circana: Lip, hair treatments and skincare fuel beauty’s 2025 performance
Beauty keeps outperforming many other consumer industries despite ongoing economic pressures.
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.