Costco pharmacies to stop offering abortion pill
Costco’s decision to skip mifepristone sales is praised by religious investors and criticized by abortion-rights advocates, signaling ongoing disputes over pharmacy access.
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The CPG Guys: Barilla Group’s Mariama Kamanda and Kroger/84.51’s Jenny Holleran
This episode was recorded at the 2025 Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity.
Save Mart, Lucky launch ‘WIN-WIN Event’ with $250,000 grand prize
“We’re thrilled to bring our shoppers a program where every ticket wins.”
Food prices have declined, but new tariffs could reverse that trend, FMI experts warn
Grocers operate on profit margins of just 1.7%, leaving little room to absorb higher costs.
Resonate: Consumers mostly unmoved by tariffs but willing to cut back if necessary
Holiday spending is also set to soften: 38% more consumers are opting out of gift buying compared to two years ago, and 25% plan to shop only during major sales events.
Five AI trends shaping the future of retail marketing
“Our most successful and innovative customers experiment constantly. Start small. Experiment with AI in one campaign, channel, or moment of personalization that makes your customer feel seen.”
Target unveils 1,500+ Halloween items starting from $1
The assortment spans décor, costumes, candy and party supplies, available now on Target.com and in stores beginning September.
Optimove Insights report shows most consumers are concerned about tariffs
“These findings are a wake-up call for marketers,” said Pini Yakuel, CEO of Optimove. “Now more than ever, consumers feel economic pressures. Marketers need agility and empathy to respond in real time. Brands must acknowledge financial anxiety through supportive, empathetic messaging.”
Meijer slashes prices on school-year grocery staples
"We’re stepping up to help families save money on every meal to help fuel kids’ learning.”
The CPG Guys: Affordable and accessible groceries with Dollar General’s Heather Land
The CPG Guys are joined in this episode by Heather Land, Senior Director of Grocery Merchandising at Dollar General.
Ahold Delhaize signs renewable energy pact for Romanian wind farm
“We’re pleased to support the development of new renewable energy capacity in Romania through this long-term agreement.”
SpartanNash names new CIO, CISO in technology leadership realignment
Both executives will report to Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Jason Monaco, who said the changes reflect the company’s focus on aligning technology investments with its long-term growth strategy.
Kroger, C&S Wholesale Grocers settle lawsuit tied to failed Albertsons merger
"We are pleased to resolve the claims from C&S, and we look forward to a friendly relationship with them going forward."
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor shows robust consumer spending in July
“We may be seeing growing inflationary impacts from tariffs since recent data shows price increases in commodity goods.”
Wiebe Draijer appointed as new Ahold Delhaize Supervisory Board Member and Chair designate
“I am honored to join Ahold Delhaize as Chair designate of the Supervisory Board.”
Kenvue trims sales forecast, faces margin squeeze in 2025
The consumer health company, spun off from Johnson & Johnson in 2023, now expects net sales to decline in the low single digits.