Judge orders Kroger ex-CEO Rodney McMullen to disclose reasons for abrupt departure
McMullen stepped down after more than a decade as CEO following what Kroger described as an investigation into his “personal conduct".
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Hy-Vee teams with Oscar Health to launch fixed-price employer health plan in Iowa
The offering blends Oscar’s technology-driven insurance platform with Hy-Vee’s retail pharmacy network, grocery presence, and primary and urgent care clinics operated through Hy-Vee Health Exemplar Care.
More than a dozen Oregon Rite Aids to reopen as CVS pharmacies
These stores are part of the 63 locations CVS had planned to acquire in Washington, Oregon and Idaho, as announced in May.
Circana: Female shoppers are slowing discretionary purchasing at a quicker rate than men
Opportunities to engage female consumers revolve around spruce-up spending and female-focused products putting them front-and-center.
eGrowcery and Birdzi form strategic partnership to deliver integrated retail solutions
This collaboration will empower retailers to seamlessly combine eGrowcery’s robust unified commerce platform with Birdzi’s advanced personalization and customer engagement tools.
Amazon expands fresh grocery delivery footprint
Customers can now order everything from milk and oranges to novels and home improvement tools in a single cart, with delivery to their doorstep in just hours.
Halloween comes early at Target with new décor, costumes and treats
“We know millions of families love Halloween and don’t want to wait until October to shop, so Target is ready with over 1,500 new items so you can start preparing right now.”
Tariffs push core inflation to five-month high, pressuring retail prices
The report shows that after months of absorbing higher import costs, U.S. companies are beginning to pass more of those expenses on to customers.
Optimove Insights reveals that most consumers are anxious over tariffs
Report also shows widespread concerns about inflation, highlighting the need for empathetic and responsive marketing strategies.
Kroger, C&S Wholesale Grocers settle lawsuit tied to failed Albertsons merger
"We are pleased to resolve the claims from C&S, and we look forward to a friendly relationship with them going forward," said Ron Sargent, Kroger’s chairman and chief executive officer. "Kroger remains focused on serving our customers and running great stores across the U.S."
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor reveals strong spending in July
Consumers responded to sales and bought ahead of tariffs.
Walgreens plays an essential cameo role in "Freakier Friday" sequel
Delivering trusted well-being expertise and convenience for customers—even those in the midst of a mystical body-swap.
Kenvue cuts 2025 outlook as analysts lower price targets
“Kenvue is clearly a ‘show me’ story” that must prove it can deliver steady improvement before the stock can regain momentum.”
U.S. import cargo to fall 5.6% in 2025 amid tariff pressures
The drop reflects mounting trade pressures and shifting supply chain strategies by U.S. retailers, according to the latest Global Port Tracker report.
Dollar General and Uber Eats team up to deliver household essentials nationwide
Thousands of Dollar General locations will offer on-demand delivery of food and household staples through Uber Eats starting August 8th.
FMI praises federal court ruling on debit card swipe fee cap
“Grocery customers and food retailers across the country won a critical victory in our fight against unreasonably high debit card swipe fees.”