Private label enters new phase
Walmart is the latest retailer to revamp its private brand strategy, joining a growing wave of updates across the industry as companies invest in design, product standards and differentiation to compete beyond price.
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NYC Mayor Mamdani advances city-run grocery stores
The Mayor unveils a five-store plan in East Harlem, using public-sector retail to address rising grocery prices.
SNICKERS Ice Cream and NFL prospect Carnell Tate team up ahead of NFL Draft
"The passion surrounding the NFL Draft is what makes it so exciting, but the non-stop speculation can turn up the heat quickly," said Chanel Gant, Mars Ice Cream Marketing Director.
Kearney publishes 2026 Beverage Outlook
Consumers are simultaneously trading down for everyday moments and trading up for premium, health-led experiences.
Walmart rolls out modern redesign of Great Value flagship private brand
First major refresh in more than a decade enhances shoppability while maintaining the same trusted products at every day low prices
Casey’s awards over $1.3 million in Cash for Classrooms grants
Since 2020, the program has raised $6.2 million.
Natural Grocers invites customers to celebrate Earth Day through informed choices and everyday savings
In-store event runs April 22-24
Sheetz targets Indiana with 100-store plan
The company will open its first Indiana locations in the Indianapolis area next year, with sites and timelines to be disclosed as development continues.
Albertsons posts Q4 results, outlines opioid settlement and dividend hike
“Fiscal 2025 was a year of disciplined execution and resilience,” said Susan Morris, CEO of Albertsons Companies.
Instacart acquisition supports international strategy
Instaleap operates in nearly 30 countries, with a growing presence in Europe and elsewhere.
CRN and Radicle Science announce 2026 Annette Dickinson Trailblazer Award nominations
The award honors the legacy of the late Annette Dickinson, Ph.D., who helped shape the modern dietary supplement industry as CRN’s first staff member in 1973.
EXTRA intros new SOURS by EXTRA Gum and launches Cheworkout Sweepstakes with dancer Hailey Bills
The social-first sweepstakes celebrates the launch of SOURS by EXTRA, available nationwide in Blue Raspberry and Strawberry flavors.
GIANT announces plans for new Ephrata store
The approximately 39,000 square foot store is part of a redeveloped shopping center located at the intersection of W. Main Street/Route 322 and Hackman Road
NRF: Tax refunds help offset gas prices as retail sales grow in March
“Retail sales grew for a sixth consecutive month in March as the first wave of tax refunds offset higher gas prices,” NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay said.
Little Debbie expands donut lineup with new Chocolate Old Fashioned Donuts
The introduction of the original Old Fashioned Donut last summer proved that fans have a deep hunger for bakery-style classics
Pet Honesty expands retail presence at Walmart stores
Assortment includes pet supplements and a patent-pending canine dental solution.