Hy-Vee RedMedia launches sponsored product ads with Instacart Carrot Ads
Display ads set to follow later this year, expanding CPG brand opportunities online.
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BLS revision erases nearly 1 million jobs
The adjustment size and rising layoffs in retail and other sectors imply the labor market may be losing momentum faster than government stats initially showed.
Sam’s Club maps out growth with new stores and digital push
With 600 clubs and $90 billion in sales, Sam’s Club is investing in convenience, private-label expansion and new fulfillment capabilities to stay ahead of competitors.
Retailers urge permanent ban on SNAP EBT fees
More than 1,000 retailers and trade groups are warning that new fees could drive up food costs and push stores out of the SNAP program.
Love’s, Buc-ee’s, Poppy Market, RaceTrac and Stewart’s expand nationwide
From Texas to Idaho, California to Florida and New York, leading retailers expand.
Circle K enhances digital payments with Relay partnership
Drivers can now use Relay to purchase fuel, DEF, and in-store items directly at Circle K.
Dollar Tree and Dollar General still have room to grow
Despite years of aggressive growth, both dollar chains remain far from saturated.
PwC Holiday Outlook 2025: Shoppers cut back
Holiday spending is expected to decline by 5%, with Gen Z leading the cutbacks. Traditions endure, while value, food, and gift cards define the season.
Retailers rush imports before tariffs, driving up trade deficit
U.S. retailers pulled in consumer goods and gold ahead of Trump’s August tariffs, lifting imports nearly 6% in July and widening the trade gap.
Couche-Tard Q1 profit steady as U.S. convenience turns positive
Alimentation Couche-Tard reported net income of $782.5 million for its first fiscal quarter, with U.S. same-store merchandise sales rising for the first time in several quarters.
Aldi aims to dominate the US grocery market
Executives say the timing is right as inflation-conscious Americans look for lower grocery bills without sacrificing quality.
Elliott takes $4B stake in PepsiCo, launches activist campaign
The activist fund is urging PepsiCo to overhaul its underperforming beverages unit, echoing calls for Coca-Cola-style refranchising and sharper marketing.
Kraft Heinz breakup ends a decade of merger misery
The breakup mirrors a broader industry trend: Kellogg split into two companies in 2023, while Mars and Ferrero have recently struck multibillion-dollar deals for snack and cereal makers.
Independent retailers show optimism, Toast survey finds
Results highlight a resilient sector that is focused on smart growth, technology adoption, and enhancing the customer experience.
Wawa expands in North Carolina with new Travel Center concept
Wawa celebrated a milestone with the grand opening of its first Travel Center in Hope Mills, North Carolina.