Tractor Supply cuts ribbon on ‘Gateway to Pacific Northwest’
Retailer’s 11th distribution center sets new standard for supply chain operations.
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Hair tool brand Wavytalk debuts at Ulta Beauty stores
In-store assortment features collection of brand’s hero tools.
GROWNSY debuts in 781 Target stores with SniffEase OG Nasal Aspirator
The rollout marks GROWNSY's first entry into brick-and-mortar retail, giving parents another way to find the product during their regular Target shopping trips
Whole Foods names 2026 LEAP cohort
Ten emerging brands will participate in Whole Foods Market’s 12-week accelerator program.
USA Today highlights NACDS Foundation food as medicine pilot
A pharmacy-led nutrition pilot involving Kroger, Walmart and Hy-Vee is gaining national attention through USA Today.
Lowe’s pilots delivery by drone
Home-improvement retailer launches program as Amazon drones draw complaints in Texas.
Three questions every grocer and brand should be asking now: Groceryshop's Grocery Industry Outlook
Shoptalk's Brendan Witcher challenged grocers and brands at Groceryshop 2026 to plan for bigger GLP-1 impacts, cost-conscious shoppers and Al-enabled store teams
Costco sales climb 11% in fourth quarter, top $297 billion for year
Digital sales growth outpaces overall comps as the warehouse club operator delivers another year of broad-based gains.
Midi Bites Protein Snacks expand nationally In Target
Plant-based protein snack brings refrigerated bites to shoppers nationwide
Cardenas Markets Foundation tees up nearly $900,000 for communities
The 22nd annual golf tournament supports education, hunger relief, disaster response and health initiatives.
GIANT announces major remodel at Huntingdon Valley Store
Store to remain open during renovations, estimated completion in early 2027
AI-assisted shopping goes mainstream
NIQ finds 51% of U.S. consumers now use AI-powered tools to help discover, evaluate and purchase products.
Dollar General leans into value for holiday toy season
Retailer expands affordable assortment with half of seasonal toys priced at $10 or less and adds a 25% savings promotion.
Walmart marks 20 years of $4 generics
The program has saved U.S. customers billions of dollars since its 2006 launch.
Amazon offers merchants new savings on delivery, fulfillment fees
Company says updates can help multichannel merchants this holiday season.
