Private-label food boom: U.S. market set for $52B growth
Technavio’s latest study highlights the increasing role of artificial intelligence in reshaping the private-label food and beverage sector.
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U.S. Beauty Sales Up in 2024, driven by fragrance boom: Circana
In 2024, fragrance category sales rose 12%, with unit sales also growing in the prestige market.
David Kennerley appointed Kroger CFO
Kennerley is an experienced finance executive with almost 25 years of service at PepsiCo.
Mercy Beehler joins NRF advocacy team
Beehler brings extensive experience in retail policy and most was head of policy communications at Alibaba Group.
AI-powered returns: The future of e-commerce logistics?
AI can improve return efficiency, help retailers prevent them, and minimize unnecessary transportation and processing steps, significantly cutting costs.
Aldi to Open 225 Stores in 2025
This move is part of Aldi’s ongoing five-year national growth strategy.
January retail sales declined modestly from holiday season
While the latest CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor shows a slowdown following the holidays, it also highlights ongoing consumer confidence and spending capacity.
Aldi sells Winn-Dixie to Southeastern Grocers and C&S Wholesale Grocers
Aldi and SEG leadership commit to close collaboration for a smooth transition, with specialized teams handling store conversions and recruitment.
C&S Wholesale Grocers close to deal for Winn-Dixie stores
According to sources, Aldi has worked with investment bankers to offload some Winn-Dixie stores.
Global Port Tracker predicts strong imports ahead of rising tariffs
Retailers have accelerated imports of key products, anticipating a possible East Coast/Gulf Coast port strike in January and new tariffs from President Trump.
Kroger and PepsiCo win Gold Mitt Award at FMI’s Stir it Up! culinary event
The competition has united retailers and suppliers in nine years to raise millions for food safety and nutrition education.
Costco raises wages for non-union employees
The move follows ongoing negotiations with unionized workers in California.
Walmart to cut corporate jobs and relocate employees
Walmart is offering severance pay and relocation assistance to support affected employees.
NACDS launches Healthy Heart Month campaign highlighting role of pharmacies
The initiative emphasizes pharmacies' crucial role in promoting health and wellness in February and beyond.
Retail media’s $10 billion boom faces measurement crisis says new report
With rising investment, brands must demonstrate that their larger budgets deliver real value.
Kroger signs new deal with Express Scripts to ensure affordable prescriptions
The agreement addresses healthcare costs and prescription drug prices, which are significant concerns for many Americans.