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Acosta Group outlines four consumer trends set to shape 2026
Acosta Group says companies that “stay in their lane,” use AI for personalization, and craft memorable experiences will be best positioned to capture demand next year.
Brian Wynne named chair of American Heart Association's 2026 First Coast Heart Ball
Heart Ball chairmanship centers on advocacy, access, and care for military families
The Vitamin Shoppe adds 2 executives
Monika Grabania and Erica Evans to support new era of growth and transformation.
SPAR Group names William Linnane permanent CEO
Linnane said he is honored to lead the team as SPAR advances its strategy to build a leaner and more profitable organization.
Retailers should matter to legislators
Two issues in particular — credit card “swipe fees” and organized retail crime (ORC) — illustrate how slow congressional action and regulatory inertia are costing businesses and consumers alike.
Health care’s cost is unsustainable
Businesses’ cost concerns and the profitability struggles of providers point to the urgent need for reform.
One 2025 story overshadows the rest
David Pinto looks at the state of retailing as we head into 2026.
The brick-and-mortar renaissance
Dave Wendland is vice president of strategic relations and a member of the HRG owner group.
Little General Stores expands in West Virginia with five U-SAVE store acquisitions
The company stated that the expansion shows its ongoing commitment to providing accessible, reliable services across the Mountain State.
Anabi Oil expands Northern California footprint
The acquisition includes nine stores in the Tri-Valley area and three in the Lake Tahoe region.
7-Eleven brings viral Japanese-style egg salad sandwich to U.S. stores
The new sandwich mirrors the cult-favorite “tamago sando” sold in 7-Eleven stores across Japan.
Yesway names Chuck Sanders VP of merchandising
“We are incredibly pleased to welcome Chuck to Yesway,” CEO Ray Harrison said.