Geospatial tech helping Walmart expand delivery coverage
The technology divides geographic areas into precise hexagonal grids instead of relying on traditional zip codes.
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Lauren Brindley joins Ulta Beauty as chief merchandising and digital officer
Brindley brings over 20 years of experience in the global beauty and retail sectors. She most recently served as CEO of Revolution Beauty.
Select new Chapter supplements now available at Target
Three of New Chapter's best-selling supplements - Every Woman's One Daily Multivitamin, Every Woman's One Daily 40+ Multivitamin, and Magnesium + Ashwagandha - will now be available in select Target stores and on Target.com.
Retail sales rebound in March
With the March numbers now in, the first quarter of 2025 shows retail and food services sales up 4.1% compared to the same period last year.
HDA’s PCSC honors supply chain security leaders
The awards celebrate professionals who have shown exemplary dedication to protecting the integrity of the supply chain and upholding the highest standards of safety and security in both public and private sectors.
Kroger appoints key retail leaders
Joe Kelley was named SVP of Retail Divisions while Kenny Kimball was named Smith's Division president. In addition, Chris Albi was appointed King Soopers Division president and Kendra Doyel was named Food 4 Less Division president.
Albertsons reports solid Q4 sales, gets boost from pharmacy business
The company attributed the rise in identical sales primarily to strong growth in pharmacy sales.
CVS Health Foundation and AACP continue program to reduce barriers for student pharmacists
Scholarships will help reduce financial barriers for student pharmacists.
FMI Grocery Shopper Sentiment reveals rising consumer gloom
Amid growing anxieties, nearly 80% of shoppers feel in control of grocery spending, signaling resilience during economic uncertainty.
NRF Retail Monitor: Sales rise in March as tariff tensions loom
“The pullback we’ve seen the past few months comes despite strong economic fundamentals. A major factor appears to be driven by the uncertainty caused by tariffs,” NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay said.
Tickets and hospitality passes on sale for 2025 Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give
Affordable family fun returns and new hospitality experience off 17th green debuts.
NRF releases statement supporting federal legislation to combat retail crime
“We urge Congress to move quickly to approve this integral measure.”
Walmart taps generative AI for rapid innovation
Once a trend is detected, the tool automates development, producing design packs that give Walmart suppliers detailed instructions to manufacture the product.
CoBank: Consumer confidence falls due to tariff-driven turbulence
Despite a 90-day partial reprieve, the new tariff regime remains likely to increase inflation and cut economic growth, says CoBank's Rob Fox.
Sam’s Club to open 15 stores a year, remodel all locations
The move marks a significant ramp-up from previous expansion goals and is aimed at doubling membership over the next 8–10 years.
Grocery TV adds Northeast Grocery to its network
Northeast Grocery partners with Grocery TV to enhance the shopper experience through in-store digital signage while giving brands new ways to engage with high-intent shoppers.