Retailers warn SNAP restrictions could cost $1.6 billion up front
FMI, NACS, and NGA say proposed rules would impose $1.6 billion in initial costs and nearly $760 million each year on retailers.
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Labor market weakens as ADP data shows 32,000 unexpected job losses
The sharpest decline in the private sector since March 2023 raises concerns about the resilience of the labor market amid slowing hiring momentum.
H-E-B names Roxanne Orsak as new president
Roxanne Orsak will become the first woman to serve as president of H-E-B in the company’s 120-year history.
Dollar Tree breaks ground on new Marietta distribution center
The one-million-square-foot distribution center will replace the previous one destroyed by a tornado in 2024.
Target debuts accessible self-checkout nationwide for the holidays
Accessible design created with the blind community to debut in stores this holiday season.
Parker’s Kitchen adopts co-CEO model, names new CFO
The chain is currently expanding into new markets, including Myrtle Beach, Jacksonville, and Columbia.
NACS hosts webinar on how c-stores can counter human trafficking
With nearly 8 million customers daily, store employees and restroom signs are key touchpoints for victims seeking help.
Uber Eats expands grocery delivery with regional favorites
New additions to the Uber Eats app include Citarella, Rouses Markets, Town and Country, Wild Fork and Rosauers Supermarkets.
Ahold Delhaize launches ‘Healthy Future Academy’
The e-learning program helps associates globally better integrate health and sustainability into their daily work.
Richer milk, greater retail impact
What dairy’s shifting composition means for retailers riding the protein wave.
Wakefern taps Birdzi to power AI-driven campaigns
Birdzi’s pilot with Wakefern, the largest U.S. supermarket cooperative, greatly boosted campaign ROI.
Stater Bros. Markets expands executive team as McNiff becomes CEO
The retailer announced leadership promotions highlighting internal talent and changing priorities under the new CEO.
Amazon to pay record $2.5 billion in FTC Prime settlement
As part of the settlement, Amazon must provide clear disclosures, obtain express consent, and make Prime cancellations simple.
GreyOrange Research: Retail stores are suffering tariff-induced “stock shock” and staffing challenges
The July survey of 500 U.S. middle and senior store managers details how retailers are struggling to keep shelves stocked, customers satisfied, and establishments fully staffed.
Uber Eats expands grocery push with Aldi partnership
The partnership introduces Aldi’s exclusive products on Uber Eats, along with weekly Fresh Days discounts and a Freshness Guarantee.
Seasonal retail hiring at its lowest since 2009
Unlike last year’s early announcements, big retailers are staying quiet on seasonal hiring, fueling uncertainty about staffing levels ahead of the holidays.