DOJ sues Visa over alleged antitrust violations in debit card market
Merchants applaud lawsuit, saying competition is needed in swipe fees that raise costs for retailers and consumers.
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Convenience stores gaining ground with freshly prepared food offerings
Meeting customer appetites with freshly prepared foods that drive traffic and loyalty.
Roger Wheeler tapped to lead Stop & Shop as current president Gordon Reid announces retirement
Wheeler brings over 30 years of supermarket industry experience to his new role, including nearly two decades with Ahold Delhaize USA and Stop & Shop.
Private label beauty and home care show growth
Specifically, store brand dollar sales grew by 2.9%, outpacing national brands, which were up 1%.
Report: Sam's Club's supply chain team merging with Walmart's to drive growth
In the memo, Guggina emphasized how this integration would support the long-term growth of both companies.
Walmart kicks off the holiday season early with deep discounts
The retailer has announced its earliest-ever start to the shopping season with major savings beginning in October.
Big Lots brings back popular 'Friends & Family' sales event
The two-day promotion is running September 21 and 22 and offers shoppers 20% off their entire purchase, both in-store and online.
More consumers making Halloween purchases early
This marks a significant rise from 37% five years ago and reflects a broader trend of early seasonal shopping.
Target appoints Jim Lee chief financial officer
Lee succeeds Michael Fiddelke, Target's chief operating officer.
Emerson University program helps equip executives to think about the industry's future
"Retail is 99% tactics, 1% strategy. This is your 1%."
Synchrony's CareCredit network expands with Albertsons deal
CareCredit health and wellness credit card to be accepted at Albertsons Cos. stores for health and wellness products.
Sam's Club boosting pay for workers
New plan expands pay increases based on years of service, progressing associate pay faster; average hourly wage increases nearly 30% over the last five years.
Kroger celebrates Hunger Action Month
Customers invited to join in and round up purchases; debuts commercial raising awareness around food insecurity.
Census retail sales data shows households ‘have the underpinnings to spend’
“These numbers show the continued resiliency of the American consumer,” Kleinhenz said.
Target looking to attract holiday shoppers with early deals and special merchandise
The retailer's holiday shopping season will kick off with Target Circle Week, which runs from October 6 to 12.
Walgreens will close most locations for Thanksgiving holiday
Company will close nearly all of its stores and pharmacies for the second consecutive year to give team members time with family; 24-hour locations will remain open to meet customer and patient healthcare needs.