FTC and 22 states challenge Amazon ad auction practices
The FTC and 22 states allege Amazon secretly increased advertising prices while misleading brands and sellers about how its ad auctions operated.
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Walgreens maintains prescription access as Northwest Indiana recovers from storm-related outages
Walgreens pharmacy teams took proactive steps before outages occurred, transferring pharmacy inventory to protect medication supplies across the district.
Dollar General builds on Feeding America partnership
The retailer highlights local hunger-relief efforts after contributing more than $6 million and helping provide the equivalent of 95 million meals since 2019
Main Street businesses urge U.S. House to enact bipartisan penny legislation
As noted in the Main Street letter, the House passing S. 1525 is crucial for Main Street businesses and consumers to have certainty and consistency in cash transactions.
Kroger expands wellness efforts in communities
Throughout September, participating Kroger Family of Stores locations will host wellness-focused events every Friday and Saturday.
Dollar General general counsel Rhonda Taylor to retire; Kelly Collier named successor
Taylor will remain in her current position through December 6, before moving into a senior advisory role through at least April 2, 2027.
Publix expands conservation efforts through partnership with The Nature Conservancy
The funding will support efforts in Florida and South Carolina to address challenges affecting freshwater systems and forest habitats.
Dollar General beats Q2 forecasts, raises guidance
Reinforces its value proposition during its 40th anniversary year.
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.