Dollar General beats Q2 forecasts, raises guidance
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Target opens a new chapter in beauty
The retailer is replacing its Ulta Beauty departments with a proprietary concept featuring more than 1,600 products.
New Narvar data reveals retailers aren’t ready for AI holiday shoppers
Research finds consumers' expectations are rising across the shopping journey, with nearly 30% expecting same-day or next-day delivery on free-shipping orders.
CVS Pharmacy launches Home Team Heroes contest to celebrate youth soccer players
Grand prize winners will receive a grant to their non-profit soccer organization and a photo feature on limited-edition packaging for select Well Market snacks.
CHPA president and CEO Scott Melville to step down
Scott Melville will conclude a 16-year tenure during which CHPA expanded its reach across the broader self-care industry.
Amazon Prime Air drone delivery expands to 500 US cities and towns this year
Prime Air delivers millions of items in as fast as 30 minutes and will reach communities with tens of millions of customers by year-end.
The Vitamin Shoppe promotes Jack Gayton to SVP, Merchandising
Merchandising leader to advance The Vitamin Shoppe's growth strategy through product innovation, differentiated assortments, and strategic brand partnerships.
Particle launches at over 500 CVS stores nationwide
Particle plans to introduce an exclusive Gravité Gift Set at CVS in November.
Walmart powers 100th location with EV fast charging in Monument, Colorado
Walmart EV Chargers are now available at 100 stores across 20 states.
NIQ: 58% of consumers say they don't care whether a product is a national brand or private label
New NIQ & World Data Lab report reveals how consumer polarization is redefining value, accelerating private label adoption, and reshaping competition on the shelf.
Albertsons Cos. names Emily Turner chief marketing officer
She recently served as chief marketing officer at The Fresh Market.
Walmart raises full-year outlook despite slower U.S. sales growth
Retailer reports 5.9% revenue increase as e-commerce jumps 23% and advertising climbs 38%.
Costco launching Medicare Advantage plans with SCAN Group
The partnership brings together SCAN’s decades of experience serving older adults with Costco’s longstanding trusted consumer expertise to enhance the Medicare experience.
Target’s turnaround gains traction in second quarter
Sales rise 5.3% and traffic climbs as the retailer’s investments in value, newness and convenience begin to pay off
Ahold Delhaize USA and Target senior leaders to headline PLMA's 2026 Trade Show
The executives will deliver keynote addresses at successive breakfast sessions.
CVS, Walgreens, US Foods, Petco and more recognized in the inaugural class of Top Supply Chain Leaders by SPS Commerce
Leading intelligent network celebrates the first 50 operational leaders who are defining what's next in supply chain.