Circana: AI can help retailers act on market shifts sooner
Circana says predictive AI helps retail and CPG executives spot opportunities and risks and make investment decisions sooner.
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NACDS research highlights pharmacy’s role in GLP-1 care
Nearly three-quarters of GLP-1 users said more pharmacist support would improve their experience and success with the medication.
FULLY expands U.S. retail presence with Sephora launch
The lineup includes the Green Tomato Clay Mask Cleanser, a two-in-one product with over 3.5 million units sold worldwide, according to the company.
FMI welcomes appeals court ruling on debit swipe fees
“We applaud the ruling and urge the Federal Reserve Board of Governors to move quickly to establish a new regulated debit rate that reflects Congress’s intent, along with a process for regular updates,” said FMI CEO Sarasin.
Garcoa to debut AI-powered private label tool at PLMA
Garcoa said the platform will shift private-label development from low-cost alternatives to differentiated products that meet changing consumer needs.
Sheetz named a top retail workplace for 11th straight year
Sheetz ranked No. 3 among large companies on Fortune and Great Place to Work’s 2026 Best Workplaces in Retail list, its 11th consecutive year. QuikTrip and the Wills Group also made the list.
Halloween reshapes America’s candy cravings
As Halloween nears, candy corn jumps from No. 8 to No. 2 in nationwide searches; M&M’s, Milky Way and Haribo also rise.
Critical PHP flaw puts retail websites and e-commerce systems on alert
AI-discovered PHP flaws threaten retail and e-commerce sites, including Magento and WooCommerce.
Amazon to hire more than 300,000 for holiday season
“Our employees are at the heart of everything we do,” said J. Ofori Agboka, vice president of People Experience and Technology, Global Operations at Amazon.
Sprouts Farmers Market opens new store in Conyers, Georgia
Sprouts is marking the opening with a weekend of activities through Oct. 18.
Sprouts opens new store in Bedford, Texas
Sprouts is marking the opening with a three-day celebration through October 18.
Acosta: Shopper decisions increasingly happen before the shelf
“The shelf still matters. It always will,” Acosta's Tamara Fleming said. “But the shelf is no longer the store.”
MMR at NACS: What stood out on the show floor
The boundaries of convenience continue to expand as MMR examines the products and trends that stood out at NACS.
Meijer adds evermore cards for Medicare customers
Evermore lets participating Medicare members use plan cards at Meijer for covered OTC products, healthy foods, and other items.
Walmart Foundation backs $18 million Great Plains conservation fund
Walmart Foundation and McDonald’s USA support an initiative to conserve grasslands, ranching communities, and beef supply-chain resilience.
NACS launches Advancing Convenience 2030
The association’s new roadmap calls for stronger global engagement and increased use of data and artificial intelligence.