Ahold Delhaize names Edmond Mesrobian to Supervisory Board
Mesrobian most recently served as Nordstrom's chief technology and information officer.
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Instacart debuts Immersive Feed for grocery brands
Currently in pilot, the new ad format lets shoppers browse short videos featuring recipes, seasonal meal ideas, and more.
Mars spends millions to create naturally colored M&M’s
The candy maker will debut a four-color natural M&M’s assortment in August while continuing efforts to recreate its signature blue and brown candies.
Retailers poised to benefit from $13 trillion wellness market
Growing demand for functional foods, clean-label products, and personalized wellness solutions creates new opportunities for retailers.
Love’s advances $700 million Road Ahead Plan with Florida opening
The expansion and renovation efforts are part of the company’s previously announced plan to invest $700 million in new locations, upgrades and infrastructure improvements during 2026.
Kroger beats sales estimates as shoppers hunt for deals
“We are pleased with our first quarter results, but we know there is more work to do,” CEO Greg Foran said.
Albertsons and P&G make retail media fun with sitcom series
As retail media spending grows, Albertsons and P&G test 'Rico’s Tacos,” a scripted series turning shopper data into entertainment and sales.
Walmart expands Walmart.com access to Mexico
The company plans to expand international shipping to additional markets in the future.
FMI: Private labels grow as shoppers prioritize quality and value
Findings highlight private brands' importance, with 56% of shoppers saying a retailer’s private-brand assortment greatly influences their shopping choices.
Meijer earns eighth consecutive Great Place to Work certification
“This recognition reflects our commitment to creating an environment where every team member feels valued and appreciated,” said Rebecca Grajek, chief human resources officer at Meijer.
Circana: Consumer spending stays resilient despite softer demand
Retail spending rose 1.3% YoY in May, while unit demand fell 1.5%, showing a resilient yet more value-conscious consumer behavior.
L’Oréal expands refillable beauty campaign
L’Oréal has launched its largest-ever #JoinTheRefillMovement campaign, spanning 18 brands and 28 products across beauty categories.
Ahold Delhaize USA to pay $40 million to settle prescription pricing allegations
The Department of Justice announced the settlement. Claims are allegations only; no liability has been determined.
What Yesway’s successful IPO means for the convenience industry
The Fort Worth, Texas-based company raised about $280 million in its initial public offering, becoming one of the few convenience retailers to go public in recent years.
Convenience retailers welcome refrigerant rule rollback
NACS, which urged regulators for a less burdensome approach, said the revised policy lets retailers continue using existing refrigeration equipment as scheduled rather than making costly upgrades.
AI-powered Ask DoorDash aims to transform online grocery shopping
The tool lets customers make shopping carts from recipes or lists, find meals via natural prompts, and get personalized suggestions based on past purchases.