WBA beats Q2 estimates ahead of Sycamore buyout
“We remain in the early stages of our turnaround plan, and continue to expect that meaningful value creation will take time,” says WBA CEO Tim Wentworth.
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PLMA announces re-election of board chairperson, welcomes new directors
Kristal Sevcik has been re-elected chairperson of PLMA’s Board of Directors.
CVS Health announces chief financial officer transition plan and appoints chief medical officer
Brian Newman has been named executive vice president and chief financial officer designate, effective April 21 and Dr. Amy Compton-Phillips will be the company’s new executive vice president and chief medical officer, effective May 19.
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.
Circana reports factors beyond tariffs are already disrupting normal consumer behavior
“The consumer is in a state of confusion and trying to decipher how to prioritize their purchases in an environment of significant change,” according to Circana.
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.
Nampons nosebleed treatment now available at Walmart
This expansion comes just in time for allergy season, a time of year when nosebleeds are especially common.
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.