Kellanova Q2 profit miss reflects U.S. consumer spending pressure
CEO Steve Cahillane acknowledged that “demand softness in most of our categories did not improve as much as we had hoped.”
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Hy-Vee Stores now accept SNAP/EBT payment for online grocery delivery
Hy-Vee has now introduced a new digital experience that allows customers to pay online using SNAP/EBT for both pickup and delivery orders.
Beverage trends 2025: Wellness and Gen Z influence, reshape the market
Consumers are embracing functional, premium products, such as probiotic sodas and flavored drink powders, that fit seamlessly into their daily routines.
Walmart teams up with MLS and Leagues Cup to fuel U.S. soccer fandom
Walmart’s partnership with MLS and Leagues Cup links the brand to the fastest-growing U.S. sports fan base.
Kroger makes key leadership appointments
Retailer taps internal talent and external expertise to advance sourcing, private brands and divisional leadership.
NACS names Frank Gleeson as new president and CEO
Gleeson has been deeply engaged with NACS and other industry groups. He served 19 years on the NACS International Board and 11 years on its Board of Directors, including his term as chairman.
How Walmart is building trust and innovation in wellness
As Walmart continues to expand its wellness offerings, its focus remains on innovation, access and trust.
Circana: Passion purchases and priorities drive June retail sales
Industries such as video games, beauty, and toys experienced a noticeable surge, thanks to what Circana calls “passion purchases.”
Wakefern Food Corp. announces 2026 Local Wellness Supplier Summit
New Jersey-based supermarket cooperative issues open call for wellness-focused foods, beverages and products.
Walmart appoints new AI leaders to drive tech transformation
The appointments signal Walmart’s intent to remain a tech-forward retail leader by investing in AI capabilities.
Loblaw tops Q2 estimates as Canadians flock to local and discount brands
Analysts observe increasing consumer interest in value-based and local products, driven by the “Buy Canadian” movement.
PepsiCo to rebrand Lay’s, Tostitos
The move comes as Health Secretary RFK Jr. and the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) movement are pressuring food manufacturers to eliminate synthetic additives and promote “whole food” diets.
Wawa expands EV charging through Ionna partnership
First “Rechargery” site launches in Florida as part of Ionna’s largest EV deal to date.
Convenience retailers are rapidly closing the digital gap says Circana’s David Portalatin
From sales slump to digital surge: Convenience retail’s wake-up call.
Walmart to make Vizio a private brand in bid to grow retail media
Walmart’s integration of Vizio aims to differentiate its retail media by making ad experiences shoppable and seamless within the customer journey.
