PLMA announces re-election of board chairperson, welcomes new directors
Kristal Sevcik has been re-elected chairperson of PLMA’s Board of Directors.
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Circana: Wellness powers trillion-dollar market
The Circana survey shows that U.S. consumers increasingly embrace a holistic view of wellness that includes sleep quality, work/life balance, and a healthy home environment.
Easter on a budget: Kroger serves up holiday meal deal
Kroger’s value-driven approach brings seasonal favorites within reach for households looking to enjoy a traditional Easter spread on a budget.
Buy-now-pay-later provider Klarna halts IPO plans
In its SEC filing, Klarna explicitly cited global trade policy shifts, including tariffs, as a potential risk to its business model.
Instacart launches Will Call Delivery
The tool is specifically designed as a white-label application for distributors, allowing sales reps to place delivery requests on behalf of customers through a familiar, simplified process.
Criteo study: 76% of consumers say online shopping has lost its spark
Only half of respondents find online shopping enjoyable, indicating a need to enhance the emotional quality of the e-commerce experience.
Rite Aid mulls second bankruptcy filing
Rite Aid’s continued instability stems from a range of challenges, including legal liabilities from opioid-related lawsuits.
FMI CEO: ‘Groceries are beautiful,’ but tariffs threaten affordability
As the U.S. navigates evolving trade policies, FMI president and CEO Leslie Sarasin reaffirmed the food industry’s commitment to working with the Trump administration.
Retail sees sharp surge in data breach costs, Upwind analysis finds
Retailers are experiencing the most rapid growth in breach-related expenses and must recognize that their previous immunity to large-scale breaches is dissipating.
Retail hiring increased in March as U.S. economy added 228,000 jobs
Key sectors contributing to the job gains included health care, social assistance, transportation, and retail.
CBA releases statement on Trump tariffs
“Reciprocal tariffs that do not reflect ingredient and input availability concerns will inevitably raise costs.”
Amazon’s ‘Buy for Me’ expands shopping beyond its own store
'Buy for Me' lets customers discover and purchase select products from participating brand websites directly through the Amazon Shopping app.
Grocery retailers boost asset protection as shopper attitudes shift
FMI’s research highlights the importance of proactive investment in asset protection to maintain industry trust and stability.
Amazon launches Amazon Haul for budget-friendly shopping
Launched in beta in November, Amazon Haul offers U.S. customers an extensive selection of fashion, home, lifestyle, electronics, and other products, all priced at $20 or less.
Glen Powell launches Smash Kitchen Organic Condiments at Walmart
“Growing up around epic barbecue feasts at our family ranch in Texas, food was always an expression of love,” said actor Glen Powell, co-founder of Smash Kitchen.