Wakefern promotes Chris Ruane to director of own brands
In the new role, Ruane will oversee strategy for Wakefern’s portfolio of owned brands, including Bowl & Basket, Wholesome Pantry, and Paperbird.
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NACDS commends House vote on retail theft crackdown
NACDS praised House passage of the bipartisan Combating Organized Retail Crime Act of 2025.
Coca-Cola backs new media measurement framework
The system is designed to place “all media under a single measurement system.”
Mars to unveil innovations and insights at Sweets & Snacks Expo
The company will showcase new products across its confectionery and snack portfolio at the May 19-21 event in Las Vegas.
CrossAmerica Partners adopts cloud platform
CrossAmerica Partners is rolling out a cloud-managed connectivity platform across nearly 1,600 locations through a new agreement with Mako Networks.
Target ramps up store remodel strategy with $5 billion investment
The company said the initiative marks its most significant store transformation in more than a decade.
retailmediaIQ launches new website
The new retailmediaIQ website highlights the company’s expanding role across retail, pharmacy, grocery and convenience sectors.
Weigel’s marks 95 Years with summer loyalty and value push
Layered on top is a significant push into digital engagement through the MyWeigel’s Rewards ecosystem.
Imports expected to stay below 2025 levels
Retailers remain cautious about inventory levels amid ongoing economic and geopolitical uncertainty.
Dollar General Literacy Foundation marks another one-day grant milestone
Foundation Awards Nearly $16 Million to Literacy Programs Across the Country; Grant Amount Surpasses Previous One-Day Record Set in 2025.
ARKO posts stronger Q1 as transformation strategy gains traction
ARKO said investments in customer engagement, dealerization and new growth opportunities helped drive improved first-quarter performance.
Giant Eagle names Ibotta exclusive digital promotions partner
Giant Eagle will join the Ibotta Performance Network, expanding digital offers and savings across its 200+ supermarkets and platforms.
HI-CHEW launches Lychee & Raspberry flavor at Walgreens
HI-CHEW unveils Lychee & Raspberry stick at Walgreens, combining tart raspberry with sweet lychee and refreshed packaging for the 2026 Sweets & Snacks Expo.
NIQ Brandbank and RangeMe expand wellness product discovery capabilities
Expanded integration brings verified wellness and functional attribute data into RangeMe, enabling faster, more confident product discovery for retail buyers.
Meijer backs educator development initiative in West Michigan
The initiative is offered at no cost to participating educators, helping remove financial barriers to access.
Publix Q1 sales rise 2% as earnings decline
Grocery retailer reports modest top-line growth while Medicare drug pricing changes weigh on results.