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NIQ, FoodHealth Co. data shows U.S. shopping carts lack nutrition
The FoodHealth Score assesses purchases based on nutrient density and ingredient quality, acting much like a “credit score for health.”
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.
Dollar General names Emily Taylor chief operating officer, elevates merchandising leaders
Veteran merchant credited with driving pOpshelf expansion and digital innovation takes on expanded operational role
A retail tech arms race is imminent
If Walmart, which continues to invest heavily in artificial intelligence and other advanced technology, saw the need to join forces with OpenAI, it’s likely other major retailers that intend to maintain their standing in the marketplace will follow suit.
The transformation of MMR and CDR reflects five seminal industry changes
David Pinto looks at the five major changes in the mass retail market and what we did to reflect those changes
Consumers are resilient, and divided
Across income levels, shoppers are making deliberate trade-offs — trading restaurants for home cooking, premium brands for store brands, and full-price retailers for discount grocers.
A guide to viability for independent grocers
Thom Blischok argues that independent grocers can successfully compete with the big chains by leaning into their strengths.
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.
RaceTrac makes North Carolina debut
The new store will deliver its Whatever Gets You Going style of convenience to the Tar Heel state.