From costumes to candy: Deloitte examines Halloween consumer behavior
The survey found that Halloween is expected to spur significant consumer spending.
Retail News
Kroger launches Kroger Rewards World Elite Mastercard
The new credit card turns everyday spending into grocery savings with no annual fee, no spending caps and points that never expire.
Shoppers Drug Mart sets Guinness World Records title at 2026 National Beauty Conference
Record-setting brow moment highlights the expertise behind Shoppers Drug Mart Beauty Services and its personalized approach.
CVS Health supports food access during Hunger Action Month
CVS Health and its foundation support food access, medically tailored nutrition and community groups tackling food insecurity nationwide.
C-stores win the quick stop, but shoppers want more
New Acosta Group research identifies pathways to capture more food and beverage occasions.
CVS Health expands school-based food access in Rhode Island
More than 41,000 children in the state were enrolled in SNAP in 2025, according to the 2026 Rhode Island KIDS COUNT Factbook.
Target expands price cuts ahead of holiday season
The latest cuts add to over 10,000 price reductions Target made last year to offer shoppers more affordable options.
Holiday context drives up to 93% lift across multicultural Q4 campaigns
Holiday is where culture meets the cart.
CRN says new California supplement rules restrict consumer access
Following tireless advocacy against AB 2030, association pledges continued defense of consumer access and science-based policy in face of unsupported restrictions on weight management and sports nutrition dietary supplements
NIQ adds Amazon 3P measurement for health and beauty
New measurement captures approximately $56 billion in Amazon third-party Health & Beauty Care sales.
CHPA issues statement on California AB 230
"CHPA is disappointed that AB 2030, as signed into law, does not strike a better balance between our shared goal of protecting minors and preserving access to safe, beneficial products for adults who use them responsibly."
Adobe: U.S. holiday shopping season to hit record $275.1 billion online
Consumers are expected to take advantage of competitive deals this season (up to 30% off listed price) to stock up on essentials such as personal hygiene and household cleaning products.
Walgreens sharply scales back store closure plans under Sycamore ownership
The drugstore chain now expects to close fewer than 100 U.S. stores in 2026, according to various media reports.
Retail sales rise for 11th straight month
U.S. retail sales rose for the 11th straight month in August as consumers stayed focused on value and affordability.
Amazon is making it easier for merchants to grow their business across sales channels
Amazon Supply Chain Services (ASCS) customers who enroll in Multichannel Fulfillment (MCF), along with the hundreds of thousands of U.S. merchants already using MCF, can add the Prime badge and delivery to their websites at no additional cost.
Dollar General helps families stretch holiday budgets with toy deals, new items, and everyday low prices
Retailer welcomes more than 170 seasonal toys with approximately half $10 or less and debuts dedicated $5-and-under toy shelf.