Lindholz steps down as Kroger Health president
A passionate advocate for Kroger Health’s vision of helping people live healthier lives, she was the lead architect of the company’s Food as Medicine strategy.
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Circana: AI reshapes holiday product discovery
Circana says advertisers should prepare for earlier shopping and growing use of AI and social platforms for product discovery.
Walmart expands Scintilla with AI-powered commerce intelligence
New Scintilla capabilities will combine Walmart’s first-party data with AI-powered insights for suppliers.
National organized retail crime crackdown leads to more than 1,900 apprehensions and arrests
During the nine-day event, 84 law enforcement agencies from 32 states participated in the coordinated effort.
Dollar General launches exclusive Hallmark holiday collection
More than 70% of Dollar General’s new Hallmark holiday assortment is priced at $5 or less.
Walmart and Scan to launch co-branded Medicare Advantage plan
The companies will connect the offering with Walmart’s broad range of health and wellness products and services and its technology capabilities.
Acosta study finds AI reshaping shopping
Acosta Group found AI use is highest in frequently purchased categories, including grocery and health and wellness products.
Amazon boosts wages and expands worker benefits
Amazon’s minimum starting wage for full-time U.S. core operations employees will rise to $20 an hour, with average hourly pay reaching nearly $24.
No7 launches 'Pro Derm Scan' skincare technology across Walgreens stores in Puerto Rico
The AI-powered skin diagnostic service is now available at all Walgreens locations in Puerto Rico, including a brand-new location in Bayamón.
Amazon kicks off holiday push with Prime Big Deal Days
Amazon’s two-day Prime Big Deal Days event will feature millions of deals across grocery, household essentials, toys, beauty, apparel and other categories.
Loblaw outlines growth strategy, long-term earnings targets at Investor Day
Under the theme “Retail and Beyond,” executives provided investors with an update on the company's strategy, operating priorities and growth opportunities.
Estée Lauder expands AI marketing strategy with Profound
The partnership will help Estée Lauder track and optimize how its brands appear on generative AI platforms like ChatGPT and Gemini.
Circana: Shoppers grow more selective as unit demand falls
“Consumers are sending a clear message: Value remains paramount, but value is no longer defined by price alone,” said Kiara Barrett, head of global thought leadership at Circana.
Wizard Wellness completes national mass retail rollout in four weeks closing $1 Million funding round
The allergy care brand reaches more than 4,000 doors across Target, Walmart, and CVS, backed by new investment from Pave Health Ventures and Vanquish Equity.
FMI issues statement on August 2026 CPI Food Price numbers
“The August CPI numbers bring some modest relief for grocery shoppers,” FMI said.
Kroger posts higher Q2 sales, EPS growth
Kroger reported stronger e-commerce profitability, growth in its retail media business, favorable pharmacy performance, sourcing initiatives, tariff refunds and a lower LIFO inventory charge.